Versailles

Versailles is breathtaking by its sheer size and opulence.
"Let them eat cake"

La Tour d'Eiffel

I love the Eiffel Tower in France, even though most Parisians probably don't feel the same way. My first view was from the Centre Pompidou where I took the first of many photos of the tower. My friend Natasha chose the restaurant Georges and the food did not disappoint. (see Natasha's blog at http://hercaviardreams.blogspot.com/)

Installations and Artists

Venice Biennale - 53rd International Art Exhibition

The Venice Biennale is an international art exhibition that takes place in Italy once every odd-numbered year. While walking through the different art pavilions, I happened to see the President of Italy, Giorgio Napolitano, speaking with the President of the Biennale, Paolo Baratta before boarding his private boat.

Venice

Venice is by far one of my favorite cities. I couldn't dream up a more romantic place - where everyone has to take ferry boats, water taxis, and/or gondolas to get around.