Rome, Italy
Leaving Rome for Venice. Although it's very nice here, it hasn't been our favourite place. We preferred Florence, and it's too hot at this time of year to do things like the Roman Forum properly (i.e spend a lot of time there). The fountains are spectacular here and have been my favourite thing. Good wildlife too - lizards in hot places and on the campsite, and ring-necked parakeets on site too. The Metro is smaller - only 2 lines, but the escalators go deeper un...