Both Mr. Wannabeawog and I wanted to do a Lake cruise however, our last minute plans were not accommodated by the tour operators as they were fully booked. No matter, Mr. Wannabeawog is a seasoned skipper (despite he thinking the sun sets in the south in Italy) so we rent a boat and take off. […]

Mr Wannabeawog is a skilled skipper. He has crossed a few seas and can find his way around better than most. Which is why I was stunned when he asked what direction I thought the sun set in Italy. “West” I mumble. “No” he says “I think it sets in the south. Bit like the […]

Mr Wannabeawog and I drove to Santa Margherita Ligure today. Relatively trouble free ride and the Hotel has free parking. Which is lucky as the hotel room costs a motza. After checking in, we decide to cab it to Portofino. Alessandro (the cabbie) collected us in a Mercedes E350 and elegantly describes the landmarks. Very […]

Mr Wannabeawog and I are staying smack in the middle of the old quarter of Genoa. Absolutely stunning. The shops are so vibrant and full of unique items. I’m worried about ditching Mr Wannabeawog and getting some alone time (read shopping time with no nagging spouse). Well, it wasn’t hard really. The Salone Nautica is […]