Category Archives: Storia

The Controversy over Cruise Ships

Posted on February 12, 2015 by babbityjean

Venice:  the richest and most powerful marine republic of the Mediterranean. the Queen of the Adriatic, an unparalleled UNESCO World Heritage site.  Venice also is a very popular destination of cruise ships from around the world.  Can the city that … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, English, Foto, Italia, Storia, Viaggio | 2 Comments

La Vespa

Posted on October 23, 2014 by babbityjean

In a country known for its beautiful car, clothing, and high-tech designs, the Vespa (Italian for “wasp”) remains one of the most iconic around the world.   It is an enduring symbol of Italy’s post-war inventiveness. Its brightly painted, slim-waisted silhouette … Continue reading →

Posted in Differenze culturali, Film, Foto, Italiano, Santa Barbara, Storia, Uncategorized | 2 Comments

“Tulipano” e Walter de Hoog

Posted on October 16, 2014 by babbityjean

I belong to a book group that the 2 Marys started—my sister Mary Smith and Mary Heebner, the artist I featured in a former post.  I was a little leery of joining the book group not wanting to have more … Continue reading →

Posted in Italia, Italiano, Santa Barbara, Storia | 4 Comments