Merchants & Vagabonds - Tales from Travel in Italy

“To awaken quite alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world. You are surrounded by adventure. You have no idea of what is in store for you, but you will, if you are wise and know the art of travel, let yourself go on the stream of the unknown and accept whatever comes in the spirit in which the gods may offer it....."  Baghdad Sketches, Freya StarkWelcome to Episode #124:Today I take you on a journey through a few travel experiences that have a left a wonderful impression on my life as a writer and lover of Italy. These are a handful of moments that captured the essence of travel and what I truly appreciate and love about the Italian culture and visiting Italy.The places that called me on the travel journeys in Italy, that are mentioned today.... The Venetian Lagoon, Venice, Padova, Torino, Sperlonga, Campania, Rome, Lake Garda, Milano….. and ParisEnjoy xIf you are interested in another kind of rabbit hole, I mention these podcasts along the way....Art & Love: Peggy Guggenheim Part 1Art & Love: Peggy Guggenheim Part 2Moments in Italy: Caffes & Coffee Bars, Turin ItalyShownotes at MichelleJohnston.lifeA Writer in Italy InstagramSubstack - At My TableMichelle’s Books© 2025  A Writer In Italy - travel, books, art and lifeMusic Composed by Richard Johnston © 2025Today's end music - 'Chances' 'Seascapes" for mood music.....Richard's Music is available on Spotify and Apple Music - Album 4240Links to Episodes that I mention in this podcast:Art & Love: Peggy Guggenheim Part 1Art & Love: Peggy Guggenheim Part 2Moments in Italy: Caffes & Coffee Bars, Turin ItalySupport the show