Venice and Rome

Hi guys.. sorry for not posting in the past while.

I will combine Venice and Rome together as I am bound by time.

Venice was a really cool city. When we came there, St. Marks square had been overflooded by high tide so I had to carry my sandals in my hand. The gondola ride was fun as well but the rower did not speak any english so he did not explain anything. But I do think the gondola is an overrated thing as much of the canal-side buildings are chipped and look crummy.

There were a lot of beggars and illegal immigrants selling knockoff louis vuitton bags. This was expanded times ten when I got to Rome. Rome kicked off with a walking tour that took us from the Colloseum to the Trevi Fountain and the Parthenon. We actually got to see a lot in a short time. Had a pizza dinner near Piazza Nevona which was absolutely delicious. 15 euros which included mineral water and bruschetta. Some makeshift band made their way near the patio where I was sitting with friends and wanted tips. Dan (Canadian friend) gave him 40 cents and the guy gave him an evil look. We did not ask them to come there. He should be thankful for what he got.

Rome is also littered with graffiti, especially their crummy subway system that comes by once every 7 minutes even at rush hour. But I got to see what I wanted to everything was good. Even saw the Titus arch.

A sad point was that Jason and Cat had to leave us early because Cat`s father died. Really sad. We said goodbye to them this morning.

Now I am off to explore Florence. Next time I post will be in France.