Hello from Florence
Hi everyone
Firstly, thank you for your comments, it is so cool to know you are reading this and I really appreciate hearing from you all. (Look in the comments for some replies to individuals).
Here are some photos from the previous post. This is the Trevi Fountain in Rome:
This is a picture of the number of scooters, imagine almost all streets everywhere covered like this.
This is us inside the Colosseum.
Sorry it’s been so long between posts. Here’s what you’ve missed:
Our second day in Rome saw us enter Vatican City, seeing the Museum, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basillica (unfortunately the Pope was in Turkey). All were quite incredible. This is a hallway in the Vatican Museum, we weren’t allowed to take photos inside the Sistine Chapel (but we did 
), but we both thought this was nicer anyway.
That night we went to our first restaurant with some people in the Hostel (we had pasta). I wore the shoes I bought that day, they are silver glittery!
The next day we caught the train to Rome’s airport to pick up our car. There is plenty of room in the car for us and all our luggage and the boys say the car is nice to drive, even though we are on the wrong side of the car and the road!
We headed south out of Rome towards Naples, however we decided to bypass Naples and go straight to Sorrento. Here is a photo taken from the side of the road on the way.
The roads were extremely skinny and windy, barely enough for 2 cars. We were about 3kms out from our accommodation in Sorrento when we got a flat tyre (unbelievable, we know), luckily we were able to put the space-saver on. So that meant the next morning we had to get the tyre fixed. Fortunately there was a Peugeot dealer not far from us and we were on our way north in no time. The place we stayed in was very beautiful and even our room had a view, plus the breakfast was the best we’ve had. This is the view from the end of our street (about 20 metres from the driveway).
We stopped at Pompeii and spent a couple of hours wondering the ruins then continued on our journey. That night we stayed in Orvieto, which is a little town just off the autostrade (130km speed limit)’placed precariously on a cliff’. We woke up to a very misty and chilly morning (4) and headed to Pisa. It was great to see the Leaning Tower, even though it was raining.
This was where we encountered our first toilets which required payment: 30 euro cents. We then continued north to Florence, which is where we are staying tonight and tomorrow. Just in case any of you are wondering, we are 9 hours behind you in time.
Hope everything at home is well. Talk to you soon.
Sophie and Sam
December 4th, 2006 at 6:33 am
Hi Guys, Good to here from you. Judging by the blog update you have certainly been busy. The pictures are great. We feel as if we are on the journey with you. Everybody here is eagerly awaiting each update.
Sophie I know you said you are living on pasta and pizza, but is Sam getting his veggies???
Enjoy and stay safe.
December 4th, 2006 at 9:43 am
Hello all,
It is absolutely amazing, makes me wish I was there again. I am glad you are seeing the traditional touristy things. Isn’t the size and age of everything incredible. As Sam’s mum says we are living the journey with you. Time seems to be going so fast, enjoy every second.
Keep safe and love.
December 4th, 2006 at 1:45 pm
Hey Sophie,
The website is fantastic. Things have been a little hectic here so this is the first time I have had a chance to have a look. Sounds like you are having a wonderful time. Very sad day Friday - AB left and Franco resigned - never mind - I will still be here when you get back.
Have fund Sophie.
Kym
December 4th, 2006 at 10:04 pm
Hi Sophie & Sam!
Great to hear you guys are having a fantastic time. I forgot to warn you about the toilet payments Sophie!!
Well just wanted to say hi and all the best, and I look forward to more diary entries! Have fun.
Love Jemma
December 6th, 2006 at 7:59 pm
Hi guys
This is amazing to think you are so far away but you feel so close. Being able to stay in contact and see all the wonderful photos makes us feel like we are there - well almost!!!!
Love the video.
It all sounds so wonderful, makes us want to hop on a plane.
Now I know how to use this thing will be in contact again.
Keep having a fantastic time and Sophie keep an eye on Sam’s vege intake - for his mum!
Lots of love
Carol, Paul, Kel and Britt oh of course Roxy
December 8th, 2006 at 11:35 am
hi guys
i feel very brave - have not done this before becaue i am computer challenged but thought must have a go before i go off on holidays or sam will think i am old
loving the photos - and the geography teacher really enjoyed the video - and especially loving the stories and details - thanks for the quick comment as you went into France - was hoping to hear more before i went on hols
can’t believe you have been away 2 weeks - keep safe and blessings for keeping in touch so mucj - think all the comments say it all - is as though a whole bus load of people are following you and looking over your shoulders
love you guys
aunty m
December 8th, 2006 at 9:42 pm
Hiya Sam
Looks like your both having the time of your life. the Colosseum looks awesome wouldn’t that be a great place for a soccer match lol.
Have you been to any of your planned soccer matches yet ? dont forget to take some pics of the huge soccer crowds as well.
Cheers
Mark…