So, you all most likely know the phrases “When in Roman, so as the Romans…” and “All roads lead to Rome”. Well, I have a feeling these could have been coined in Trastevere. It’s a neighborhood of converging epochs and cultures but with an indelible Italian identity. See all you can see of classic Rome, but in Trastevere graffiti is high art! People come to Trastevere to find joy again. Here, waking up before 10am is pointless because going to bed before 2am is also pointless. All day and all night the streets are alive with spring-like footsteps on the cobblestones, laughter, and the clanking of silverware on dishes from the dozens of surrounding outdoor restaurants. Most of all, there’s nothing like waking up in Marina’s Via Della Pelliccia apartment, overlooking the ochre colored coffee bar across the street. The flat is exquisitely furnished and impeccably clean and comfortable. Our hosts were lovely and immediately available to address our needs. We will definitely be returning for another Roman Holiday!