No matter how many years with him or her, going on an anniversary holiday can reinvigorate the relationship. Whether it’s a first time visit to Amsterdam on your wooden anniversary, re-creating your honeymoon vacation after 20 years, an anniversary trip can provide high quality love. And for those 2 lovebirds who are nearing the 40
The Beginnings of Contemporary Wall Fountains
Himself a highly educated man, Pope Nicholas V headed the Roman Catholic Church from 1397 till 1455 and was responsible for the translation of scores of ancient documents from their original Greek into Latin. Beautifying Rome and making it the worthy capital of the Christian world was at the heart of his ambitions. Beginning in 1453, the ruined anc
Public Water Features Recorded by History
As originally conceived, fountains were designed to be practical, guiding water from streams or aqueducts to the residents of cities and villages, where the water could be utilized for cooking food, cleaning, and drinking. A supply of water higher in elevation than the fountain was required to pressurize the flow and send water squirting from the f
Seeing the Mediterranean
It is widely held that modern civilization was begun along the shores of Southern Europe – from the start of science and democracy to viticulture and art. You can explore the history of the “Old World†along its coasts. Whether you lay in the sun on the beaches of Spain and Italy, study the historical s
What Makes a Perfect Honeymoon?
Let’s not overlook the unforgettable honeymoon vacation that comes after the “I do’sâ€Â. These days more and more cruise lines and vacation resorts are catering to newlyweds by offering special honeymoon deals with lots of romantic extras. What is certain is that honeymooners are searchin