Acqua Vergine: The Answer to Rome's Water Problems

Prior to 273, when the 1st elevated aqueduct, Aqua Anio Vetus, was established in Roma, inhabitants who resided on hills had to go further down to collect their water from natural sources. When aqueducts or springs weren’t accessible, people dwelling at raised elevations turned to water removed from underground or rainwater, which

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Water-lifting System by Camillo Agrippa

In 1588, Agrippa’s water-lifting innovation captivated the attention and praise of Andrea Bacci but that turned out to be one of the very last references of the technology. Just years later, in 1592, the early contemporary Roman waterway, the Acqua Felice, was linked to the Medici’s villa, probably making the devic

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Personalize Your Vacation

Flash back to your last fantastic trip. Why has it stayed in your mind for so long? Was it the place? That was probably a major component. However, the people who went with you were instrumental in making it fun. All you wish and want from a trip often times is time to enjoy with your loved ones. And other times, ones goes away to meet new people,

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Designing Your Family Holiday

Planning your family vacation can be challenging as you have lots of people to think about. Families change and so do their preferences and interests. The ideal vacation is waiting for you, whether you are vacationing with small children or big ones, young adults or grandma and grandpa. Family vacations are necessary for family members to spend qua

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Get Away For That Amazing Occasion

Holiday breaks and special moments go hand in hand with celebration, good times and making memories. Why not go to Santa’s workshop in Lapland, head off for a romantic city break in Dubrovnik for Valentine’s Day, get married in St. Lucia and honeymoon in Bora Bora! Christmas: Rovaniemi Lapland A visit to Santaâ�

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