Friday, June 30, 2023

Penelope Cruz Worlds Sexiest Woman Beautiful







   Vicky Christina Barcelona, in a World of Bad Movies, Horrible Television, and some of the Worst Music of All-Time, it is quite refreshing, "It's Good,"
It's Wonderful as a matter-of-fact, to have a movie such as Woody Allen's
Vicky Christina Barcelona ... The movie does just what a movie should, it makes you feel good. The movie makes you wish, if you're a man, that you were Juan Antonio, Javier Bardem's character, making love to three absolutely gorgeous women in short time and two at the same time with the incredibly Sexy and one of the World's most beautiful woman "Penelope Cruz"  along with the very beautiful Scarlett Johanson. "Wow!"

   I, unlike many in America don't call that many female movie stars among the most beautiful in the World as in the case with Julie Roberts and women before her like Lonny Anderson, not at all that beautiful, though many in the press and media had called these women beautiful and gorgeous. No! Penelope Cruz, now there, my friends is one of the Most Gorgeous, Sexy, Vivacious women to ever grace the Silver Screen or the World for that matter. When I look at Penelope Cruz in this movie, I just want to die, she is so dam Sexy, I want to jump her bones. My Heart is palpitating just thinking about her. So if i can't have her, yes, I feel like i want to die.

This is the job that Woody Allen has done in one of his best films in years, One of the best films in the past decade and dare I call a masterpiece.
By the same token, if you are a woman, you will fantasize being with Javier Bardem, or a man like his character in the movie.
Yes this movie came out several years ago, but as I just saw it the other night on a DVD from netflix, just had to talk about it. If you are a passionate romantic it can't fail to move you.
   Two young woman, Vicky (Rebecca Hall) and Christina (Scarlett Johanson) who go to Barcelona to spend the summer as they have been offered to stay in the home of Vicky's family friends.   
   The plot centers around Vicky and Christina who go sight seeing, dining, and explore the wonderful Catalonian city. One night they spot a artist Juan Antoion at a art opening. Christina is intrigued by him and ask her friends who he is.
   Later in the evening Vicky and Christina spot Juan Antonio at a restaurant. Chrisina and Juan Antonio are eying each other across the room. Juan Antonio walks over to Vicky and Chrisina and introduces himself, then in short time invites the two Beautiful young Women to spend the weekend with him in the city of Ovedio and for the three of them to make Love together. Vicky is appalled by Juan Antonio's brazen advance while Chrisitna thinks it's charming and adventurous. Chrisitna wants to go, Vicky of course does not want to but agrees, if only to keep her eye on Christina and save her from this Don Juan.
  Juan Antonio is still violently enamored with his emotionally unstable Ex-Wife Maria Elena.

   So the girls go away for the weekend, both for different reasons, Christina wants the lost artist lover Juan Antonio, Vicky does not. A Love Triangle ensues. Check that Love Rectangle, there's more than three sides (people). There are four. Three woman, and the Lucky, most men would say, Juan Antonio.
   I shall not tell you anymore, only that the movie is wonderful, Penelope Cruz, Javier Bardem, Scarlett Johanson, and even Rebecca hall are all Beautiful and full of life. Woody Allen is still a genius, and you just have to see the movie, if you have not already, and if you have, it's so dam Good, it's probably time to be enamored once again. Maybe you need it as inspiration to spark your own Love Life! And who in this World could ever get enough of the Gorgeously Vivacious Penelope Cruz?






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Monday, June 26, 2023

Sinatra All My Tomorrows Frank Sinatra

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Frank Sinatra


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FRANK






ALL MY TOMORROWS

Sung by FRANK SINATRA 

in His 70s


Listen to this beautiful rendition of All My Tomorrows which was written specifically for Frank, lyrics by Sammy Cahn music by Jimmy Van Huesen ..  The video below is the same song when Sinatra first recorded when he was in his 40s. It's a wonderful recording but it's nowhere near as beautiful as this later rendition when Frank was much more mature. Frank sounds infinately better as does the later musical arrangement and fantastic orchestra behind Frank.

The recording of this song is one of Sinatra's most Beautifully Poignant of all. We're sure you'll agree.


"All My Tomorrows" is a 1959 ballad with lyrics by Sammy Cahn and music by Jimmy van Heusen. The song was expressly written as a Frank Sinatra vehicle. It was introduced in the film A Hole in the Head where Sinatra sings it in the opening credits.
Sinatra later featured "All My Tomorrows" on his 1961 album All the Way. Sinatra re-recorded it for his 1969 album My Way, in a new arrangement which Charles L. Granata considers to be superior to the original, and which AllMusic calls "lush and aching". Rolling Stone describes the song as "the poignant monologue of a man determined to turn his life around".



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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Back to The Amalfi Coast 2019 Italy

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Author Daniel Bellino Zwicke

BACK on CAPRI

NAPLES and The AMALFI COAST
 
 
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My ESPRESSO
 
BAR DUE GULFI
 
CAPRI
 
 
 
Stopped in here for an Espresso, so I could use the bathroom and change into my swim trunks to go swimming at Marina Picolo. If you want to go swimming at Marina Picolo, the best way to get there is to take a little town bus to Due Gulfi (Two Gulfs). Get off the bus, and ask one of the locals where the pathway is to Marina Picolo. It's a great little walk (10 minutes), with nice sights to see as you stroll down to the beach. You have options of paying  for a chaise-lounge at a private beach club, or better yet, there is a free beach that's awesome. I never pay when swimming at Marina Picolo and always opt for the free beach, which is wonderful. I reserve saving my money for when I go swimming at Da Luigi Beach Club at the Faraglioni Rocks. It's gorgeous!



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Catch of The Day
 
 
I was lucky to catch these two Fishermen bringing in their fresh Catch of The Day, as locals were at the dock to buy the freshest fish humanly possible, directly from these two fine gentlemen, who had a scale on board to weight the fish. This was quite awesome to witness, and was one of the highlights of my trip.
These fishermen had quite a good variety of several different kinds of local fish, and their were about 6 local men there to buy fish from them. It was quite an animated scene as thee fishermen quoted prices of the various fish, and the buyers argued with them over the price, and the two sides bickered back and forth before a final sale was mad.. It was all in good fun, and I totally enjoyed the show.
 
 
 
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A PERFECT PLATE of SPAGHETTI POMODORO
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A TRATTORIA in ISCHIA
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My Hotel in Ischia
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Hotel Villa Melodie

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The POOL at The HOTEL VILLA MELODIE ... ISCHIA
If You're Looking for a Nice affordable Hotel that has a Great POOL
The HOTEL VILLA MELODIE in FORIO , ISCHIA is a Great Choice

"I Just Loved It"
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Orange  Juice Guy

Sant Angelo , Ischia

This Guy makes the Best Dam Fresh Squeezed OJ Ever !!!

Awesome LEMONADE Too !!
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Procida

View From The Top
Looking to Monte Procida and Sorrento


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Lunch at La Piazzetta Trattoria / Pizzeria

PROCIDA

ALICI FRITTI & a Glass of BIANCOLELLA

This was one of my Favorite Dishes of The Trip, "Absolutely Delicious" 
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COOKING ITALIAN
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GREATEST HITS COOKBOOK
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RECIPES of NAPLES & The AMALFI COAST ITALY
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Looking Down to Marian rand Capri

From Top of The Phoenician Stairs in Anacapri
Photo Copyright Daniel B. Zwicke

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CapriDePALMA


My Old Stomping Grounds in Capri


A Wonderful Hotel with Reasonable Prices
And a Great Location in Capri


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Capri Montage
Author Daniel Bellino Zwicke in CAPRI
Espresso, Da Luigi Beacch Club at The Faraglioni Rocks (Daniel's Favorite Beach)
Shuttle Boat at Da Luigi to Marina Picolo, Marina Picolo, Chapel at Marina Picolo
At Marina Picolo looking to the famed FARAGLIONO ROCKS of CAPRI


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Virgin Mary

ISCHIA



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GaetanoHotelPlazaSALERNO
 
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Gaetano making me a Perfect ESPRESSO
 
HOTEL PLAZA
 
SALERNO
 
 
The Hotel Plaza in Salerno s a wonderful hotel. The location is great, being across the from the Train Station and just 3 blocks from the marine terminal where you can catch Ferry Boats to Capri, Sorrento, Ischia, Positano, Amalfi, Cetara, and all points on the Amalfi Coast. You can catch trains to Naples and be there in just 30 minutes.
 
Gaetano whose family owns and runs the hotel is an absolute Gem. Love that guy. He is so very kind and hospitable and wil make you feel like family, and if you get to know him, you will might be lucky to have him make you a perfect Espresso personally on his prized Espresso machine that he loves dearly. I was so lucky for this, but most of all, I was so fortunate to have a few lovely conversation with Gaetano, he is as I have said a gem, and I will cherish and always remember spending a little time with him and having those nice conversations. "Thank you Gaetano, you made my stay at your family's hotel in Salerno so very special.
 


 
 
 
GAETANO Makes Me ESPRESSO
 
WATCH The VIDEO !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1JxQbZnCQg



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EATING WATERMELON in NAPLES , ITALY
 
NAPOLI

 
 
These Guys Invited Me into Their Little Party at their FRUIT STAND in NAPOLI
 
We ate WATERMELON and Drank LYCRIMA CHRIST WINE
 
 
"I Had a Great Time
 
One of the HIGHLIGHTS of my TRIP


My PIZZA
 
Di MATTEO
 
NAPOLI
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BACK in POSITANO
August 2019
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Positano
Walking up the Via Pasitea
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ATRANi2019
CarpiTOSCAaa
La TOSCA
CAPRI
La TOSCA is a nice little hotel behind the Quissisana. I first stayed here in 1986 when it was just a modest little pensione and one of the most affordable places to stay in Capritown, Capri, at just about $40. It is still owned by the same family, but is now new a more upscale little boutique hotel. It is situated in one of thee nicest parts of Capri, behind the Quissisana, the Carthusian Monastery, and by the Gardens of Caeser Augustus.
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BARMEN
CAFFE GAMBRINUS
NAPOLI
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My CAFFE GAMBRINUS
"HOUSE SPECIAL COFFEE"
At CAFFE GAMBRINUS
NAPOLI
Caffe Gambrinus is a historical Italian caffe in Central Naples at the Piazza Trieste near the grand Piazza Plebiscito. The Caffe is decorated in the Grand Art Nouveau style, and was founded in 1860 by Vincenzo Apuzzo. The caffe serves traditional Neapolitan Espresso, Cappuccino and their House Specialty Caffe Gambrinus coffee.
"Most Famous COFFEE in ITALY"
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1aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaMaria Luisa , Positano, Italy - 218 Guest reviews . Book y
View From PENSIONE MARIA LUISA
One of the most affordable places in POSITANO
The AMALFI COST
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Mario & Esperanza
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Me & Mario
Hanging at The Pool of The Hotel Poseidon
POSITANO , ITALY
August 9, 2019
Swimming and Drinking Aperol Spritz 's
All Afternoon
Me Mario and his Wife Esperanza had a great Day
Probably the # 1 Highlight of my entire Trip
MePOSITANOitaly2019
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Holding Up The Hill
POSITANO
2019

AMARI

At BAR MONZU

ISCHIA PONTE

Summer 2019

I had a great time twice in one day at this awesome little bar in Ischia Ponte, Ischia, Italy. I was going to the Aragonese Castel nearby and came across this cute little Italian Bar, right after I had a great few moments watch ( and filming) a couple local Fishermen bringing in their catch of the day. I had to go to the bathroom so I went into Monzu to get an Espresso. I told them I needed to use thee bagno first, and I did, then came out and got a wonderful demi tasse of that great Italian Espresso coffee (Worlds Best). The I made my way to the castel and had a great half day there, with beautiful views of Ischia and Ischia Ponte, along with some great local history. .

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ROME

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FIAT 500

CINQUECENTO

POSITANO

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LASAGNA della CASA

POLPETTE

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BAR MONZU

ISCHIA PONTE

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CACIO PEPE

ROME

RECIPE

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POOL

HOTEL MELODIE

ISCHIA

I nice little Hotel at very reasonable rates. The hotel is in Forio ISCHIA , as you can see, they have a wonderful pool, nice clean rooms, and a tasty 

Have You Been to Ischia

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Author Daniel Bellino Zwicke

BACK on CAPRI

NAPLES and The AMALFI COAST
 
 
CapriESPRESSO.png
 
My ESPRESSO
 
BAR DUE GULFI
 
CAPRI
 
 
 
Stopped in here for an Espresso, so I could use the bathroom and change into my swim trunks to go swimming at Marina Picolo. If you want to go swimming at Marina Picolo, the best way to get there is to take a little town bus to Due Gulfi (Two Gulfs). Get off the bus, and ask one of the locals where the pathway is to Marina Picolo. It's a great little walk (10 minutes), with nice sights to see as you stroll down to the beach. You have options of paying  for a chaise-lounge at a private beach club, or better yet, there is a free beach that's awesome. I never pay when swimming at Marina Picolo and always opt for the free beach, which is wonderful. I reserve saving my money for when I go swimming at Da Luigi Beach Club at the Faraglioni Rocks. It's gorgeous!





ISCHIA

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IschiaFISHERMEN.png
 
 
Catch of The Day
 
 
I was lucky to catch these two Fishermen bringing in their fresh Catch of The Day, as locals were at the dock to buy the freshest fish humanly possible, directly from these two fine gentlemen, who had a scale on board to weight the fish. This was quite awesome to witness, and was one of the highlights of my trip.
These fishermen had quite a good variety of several different kinds of local fish, and their were about 6 local men there to buy fish from them. It was quite an animated scene as thee fishermen quoted prices of the various fish, and the buyers argued with them over the price, and the two sides bickered back and forth before a final sale was mad.. It was all in good fun, and I totally enjoyed the show.
 
 
 
IschiaSpaghettiPOMODORO.png
 
 
A PERFECT PLATE of SPAGHETTI POMODORO
.
A TRATTORIA in ISCHIA
.

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IschiaHotelMELODIE.png
 
My Hotel in Ischia
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Hotel Villa Melodie
.
 
 
IschiaHotelMelodiePOOL.png
 
 
The POOL at The HOTEL VILLA MELODIE ... ISCHIA
If You're Looking for a Nice affordable Hotel that has a Great POOL

The HOTEL VILLA MELODIE in FORIO , ISCHIA is a Great Choice

"I Just Loved It"
.
 
 
LemonORANGEguyISCHIA.png

.
Orange  Juice Guy
Sant Angelo , Ischia

This Guy makes the Best Dam Fresh Squeezed OJ Ever !!!

Awesome LEMONADE Too !!
.
 
 
ProcidaViewTOP.png


Procida
View From The Top

Looking to Monte Procida and Sorrento


.
ProcidaALICIatLaPIAZZETTA.png

Lunch at La Piazzetta Trattoria / Pizzeria

PROCIDA

ALICI FRITTI & a Glass of BIANCOLELLA

This was one of my Favorite Dishes of The Trip, "Absolutely Delicious" 
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111111111111CookItalianGREATESThits
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COOKING ITALIAN
.
GREATEST HITS COOKBOOK
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RECIPES of NAPLES & The AMALFI COAST ITALY
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BUYnoww .


RECIPE SPAGHETTI TOMATO SAUCE




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CAPRImeeeeee.png

Looking Down to Marian rand Capri

From Top of The Phoenician Stairs in Anacapri
Photo Copyright Daniel B. Zwicke

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CapriDePALMA

My Old Stomping Grounds in Capri


A Wonderful Hotel with Reasonable Prices

And a Great Location in Capri
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CAPRImontage.png


Capri Montage

Author Daniel Bellino Zwicke in CAPRI
Espresso, Da Luigi Beacch Club at The Faraglioni Rocks (Daniel's Favorite Beach)
Shuttle Boat at Da Luigi to Marina Picolo, Marina Picolo, Chapel at Marina Picolo

At Marina Picolo looking to the famed FARAGLIONO ROCKS of CAPRI
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IschiaVirginMARY.png
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Virgin Mary
ISCHIA

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GaetanoHotelPlazaSALERNO
 
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Gaetano making me a Perfect ESPRESSO
 
HOTEL PLAZA
 
SALERNO
 
 
The Hotel Plaza in Salerno s a wonderful hotel. The location is great, being across the from the Train Station and just 3 blocks from the marine terminal where you can catch Ferry Boats to Capri, Sorrento, Ischia, Positano, Amalfi, Cetara, and all points on the Amalfi Coast. You can catch trains to Naples and be there in just 30 minutes.
 
Gaetano whose family owns and runs the hotel is an absolute Gem. Love that guy. He is so very kind and hospitable and wil make you feel like family, and if you get to know him, you will might be lucky to have him make you a perfect Espresso personally on his prized Espresso machine that he loves dearly. I was so lucky for this, but most of all, I was so fortunate to have a few lovely conversation with Gaetano, he is as I have said a gem, and I will cherish and always remember spending a little time with him and having those nice conversations. "Thank you Gaetano, you made my stay at your family's hotel in Salerno so very special.
 
 
 




 
GAETANO Makes Me ESPRESSO
 
WATCH The VIDEO !





.
NapoliWATERMELONguys2019.png


EATING WATERMELON in NAPLES , ITALY
 
NAPOLI




 
 
These Guys Invited Me into Their Little Party at their FRUIT STAND in NAPOLI
 
We ate WATERMELON and Drank LYCRIMA CHRIST WINE
 
 
"I Had a Great Time
 
One of the HIGHLIGHTS of my TRIP


My PIZZA
 
Di MATTEO
 
NAPOLI
[youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38inQJVqtq0&w=320&h=266]
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  PIZZA L,ARCHETTO SALERNO 




PizzaSalernoGERERDO  
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BACK in POSITANO
August 2019
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.
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Positano
Walking up the Via Pasitea
MEeeeeESPRESSOpansa2019.png
ATRANi2019
CarpiTOSCAaa
La TOSCA
CAPRI
La TOSCA is a nice little hotel behind the Quissisana. I first stayed here in 1986 when it was just a modest little pensione and one of the most affordable places to stay in Capritown, Capri, at just about $40. It is still owned by the same family, but is now new a more upscale little boutique hotel. It is situated in one of thee nicest parts of Capri, behind the Quissisana, the Carthusian Monastery, and by the Gardens of Caeser Augustus.
DSC06951.JPG
BARMEN
CAFFE GAMBRINUS
NAPOLI
.
DSC06950.JPG
My CAFFE GAMBRINUS
"HOUSE SPECIAL COFFEE"
At CAFFE GAMBRINUS
NAPOLI
Caffe Gambrinus is a historical Italian caffe in Central Naples at the Piazza Trieste near the grand Piazza Plebiscito. The Caffe is decorated in the Grand Art Nouveau style, and was founded in 1860 by Vincenzo Apuzzo. The caffe serves traditional Neapolitan Espresso, Cappuccino and their House Specialty Caffe Gambrinus coffee.
"Most Famous COFFEE in ITALY"
.
1aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaMaria Luisa , Positano, Italy - 218 Guest reviews . Book y
View From PENSIONE MARIA LUISA
One of the most affordable places in POSITANO
The AMALFI COST
MARIOpositano2019.png
Mario & Esperanza
.
.
MeMARIOpositano2019August.png
Me & Mario
Hanging at The Pool of The Hotel Poseidon
POSITANO , ITALY
August 9, 2019
Swimming and Drinking Aperol Spritz 's
All Afternoon
Me Mario and his Wife Esperanza had a great Day
Probably the # 1 Highlight of my entire Trip
MePOSITANOitaly2019
.
Holding Up The Hill
POSITANO
2019

AMARI

At BAR MONZU

ISCHIA PONTE

Summer 2019

I had a great time twice in one day at this awesome little bar in Ischia Ponte, Ischia, Italy. I was going to the Aragonese Castel nearby and came across this cute little Italian Bar, right after I had a great few moments watch ( and filming) a couple local Fishermen bringing in their catch of the day. I had to go to the bathroom so I went into Monzu to get an Espresso. I told them I needed to use thee bagno first, and I did, then came out and got a wonderful demi tasse of that great Italian Espresso coffee (Worlds Best). The I made my way to the castel and had a great half day there, with beautiful views of Ischia and Ischia Ponte, along with some great local history. .

MEeeePiazzaPOPOLOo

Me t PIAZZA del POPOLO

ROME

DSC05142.JPG

FIAT 500

CINQUECENTO

POSITANO

DSC06465

LASAGNA della CASA

POLPETTE

e BIANCOLELLA

BAR MONZU

ISCHIA PONTE

DSC05894.JPG

CACIO PEPE

ROME

RECIPE

IschiaHoteelMELODIEpool.png

POOL

HOTEL MELODIE

ISCHIA

I nice little Hotel at very reasonable rates. The hotel is in Forio ISCHIA , as you can see, they have a wonderful pool, nice clean rooms, and a tasty 



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