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Roving I
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Travel musings, photos and deals. To "rove" is to wander about without definite destination. Physically, virtually or via day dreams, I rove a little bit every day. Hopefully, you'll want to come along for the ride.
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Roving I Recap: Dogs of Pompeii

In the shadow of Vesuvius, the inhabitants of Pompeii wander among the ghosts of the past. Not alone, not a pack, they slowly make their way through the ruins and winding, well-worn pa...

11 may 12

Roving Pic: Vintage Positano

Vintage Shop with a View Positano, ItalyJuly 2011The Amalfi Coast treasures in front of us couldnt compete with the one behind us. 

04 may 12

Roving Pic: Cliffs of Moher

 Cliffs of Moher, IrelandJune 2010We stood on green-coated cliffs high above crashing waves, precariously balancing on the very point where the beauty of Ireland meets the endless sea. 

18 apr 12

Roving Pic: Spring Break Vineyard View

Charleville WinerySte. Genevieve, MissouriMarch 2012No beaches. No sun. No tan lines. Just a country winery on a rainy day and a glass of red before noon. Perfection.  

05 apr 12

Roving Pic: A Desert Winery in Winter

Desert Winery WorkhorseVerde Valley, ArizonaDecember 2011The grapes had long been picked. The desert air had cooled. But, despite the change in season, the winery workhorse remained in its place, gua...

16 mar 12

Roving I Recap: Sedona Rouge - Approachable Luxury in Red Rock Country

Sedona RougeOur second trip to Sedona in two years was a bit last minute - booked, bought and paid for after a discussion (with wine) on a Friday night last fall. Flights secured, my search...

07 mar 12

Roving I Finds: Central America Getaways

Gaia Hotel & ReserveCosta RicaCentral America is new to my "To Go" list. And as I began to explore possible locations, I found some deals that would be perfect for those of you planning a...

03 mar 12

Roving Pic: Siena Today

 SienaJuly 2011 Sienas past was pressed beautifully into every stone, structure and side street, making the present difficult to see.

18 feb 12 1 person likes this

Roving Pic: Red Rock Sunset

Sedona at SunsetDecember 2011Majestic. Muted. Magical.

08 feb 12

Roving Pic: Lone Tree

Lone TreeSedona, ArizonaDecember 2011Photo: Scott ClarkLeft alone and lovely, its twisted form scattered delicate slivers of shade on its red rock resting place.

26 jan 12

Roving Pic: On the Edge

Private PropertyJerome, ArizonaDecember 2011Photo: Scott ClarkOn the edge of a cliff, supported by a never-ending view and ever-shifting red and gray grit. On the edge of destruction, cracked, crumbl...

20 jan 12

Roving I Finds: Great Escapes for Winter

Were just back from a far-too-short-stay in Sedona and Im already searching my trusty travel sites for where I can go next, even if its just for a short getaway. Below are some amazing destinations w...

10 jan 12

Roving Pic: Red Rocked

Red GiantsSedona, AZDecember 2011Photo: Scott ClarkAs we followed the trail deeper into canyon, the red giants slept, growing taller and more magnificent with every step. Sufficiently awed and thorou...

04 jan 12

Roving Pic: Edge of the World

View from RavelloJuly 2011Our time in lovely Ravello can be summed up with this: One short-lived afternoon with a never-ending view. 

14 dec 11

Roving Pic: Day on the Bay

BayJuly 2011Photo: Scott ClarkOn the surface, it appeared to be a dreary, drizzly day in Positano. But, as the hours slipped by, I realized it was right as rain.

30 nov 11

Roving Pic: Positano From Above

A Positano EveningJuly 2011Photo: Scott ClarkBelow us, a twinkling gem was tucked neatly into the hillside. In front of us, the gray sea stretched out, engulfing the horizon. Above us, night slipped ...

23 nov 11

Roving Pic: Hide & Seek

Hide & SeekPositano, ItalyJuly 2011Photo: Scott ClarkThe Amalfi Coast air was warm on July 5th. A fingernail moon floated above us and on the waves as we walked, gelato in hand, toward the water....

15 nov 11

Roving I Recap: Dining Al Fresco in the Chianti Hills

Before spending time in Tuscany, when I imagined dining in the Tuscan hills (which I often did), I envisioned al fresco meals with candle-lit tables near ancient stone dwellings with rows of deep gre...

08 nov 11

Roving Pic: Cellar

Verrazzano CellarJuly 2011Photo: Scott ClarkDimly-lit and with a distinct chill even in the Tuscan summer heat, the cellar surrounded us with scents of French oak and warm, waiting Chianti wine. The ...

03 nov 11

Web Roves of the Week: Posts about Paris

Photo: Misha Ashton PhotographyTwelve short years ago tomorrow, we got engaged in Paris. So, because Im in a bit of a sentimental mood, my Web Robes this week favor all things French. Bon week-e...

28 oct 11

Roving Pic: Fork

Chianti Country ForkJuly 2011Photo: Scott ClarkGetting lost wasnt our plan. When we reached this sparsely-marked fork, we searched in vain for a sign that would tell us we were headed in the right di...

27 oct 11

Roving I Recap: Midwest Road Trip in a Lotus, Part 2

The LotusThe day after the long drive home.Buckle up for Part 2 of my husband Scotts cross-country adventure in a tiny car. "I quickly settle in to the car and I already love it. The motor i...

25 oct 11

Roving I Finds: Brushes with Greatness

Me, Matt, Iron Stef and Knuckles HandersonI met Matt Nathanson on Tuesday night. If you don’t know Matt’s music, check it out. He’s an incredible singer songwriter, musician and, on top of that, hes ...

21 oct 11

Roving I Recap: Midwest Road Trip, in a Lotus

PA to MOOur family has a new baby - a 2007 Lotus Elise Type 72D. Its 1,984 pounds, 149 inches long and it marks our 25th car since we were married, 10 years ago. Over the years, weve gone to som...

17 oct 11

Roving I Finds: Southwest Savings

Photo: Encantado ResortTheres something magical about the desert. After growing up surrounded by green grass and leafy trees, the first time I saw the deep orange and red rock-laden landscape I was i...

14 oct 11

Roving Pic: Curious in Italy

Hiding PlaceJuly 2011Photo: Scott ClarkHe was watching us as we were watching him. From his hiding place in the doorway of an ancient stone façade, he sensed our foreign-ness but remained cautiously ...

11 oct 11

Roving I Finds: The Great Outdoors on Sale

The HayloftsPhoto: ValdeI pretty much suck at camping. I admit it. Why would I trudge into the wilderness to sleep with the wildlife when I can pay perfectly good money for a nearby 4-star hotel with...

06 oct 11

Roving Pic: Walking in Radda

Afternoon WalkPhoto: Scott Clark July 2011They stepped out of their doorway and stepped back in time as they turned down a familiar path in Radda in Chianti. They were no longer in the...

05 oct 11

Roving IQ: Mario and Linguine

Photo: EpicuriousIn my effort to cook more and to cook more traditionally Italian recipes, I purchased Mario Batalis Molto Italiano: 327 Traditional Italian Recipes to Cook at Home on a recommen...

29 sep 11

Roving Pic: Towers of San Gimignano

TowersPhoto: Scott ClarkJuly 2011We could see the towers of San Gimignano as we approached from the hills to the east. The majestic, medieval structures grew taller with every passing mile until we e...

27 sep 11

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