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What Happens in Baia, Stays in Baia

The saying, “What Happened in Baia Stayed in Baia”. It was once one of the most important ports in the western world. Connected to the capital, Baia and the connected water way supplied Rome with the riches from the empire. 

The city’s reputation: decadent, hedonistic, the seeking of all pleasures. The extensive bathes provided a destination of human delight. Cesar and elites built grand houses on the hill. Caligula rode across the bay to fulfill a prophecy of him becoming emperor.

The Old Castle

The remnants of an ancient culture, like all of Italy, are everywhere in the coastal municipality, even underwater. 

Underwater Remains
Underwater Remains
The Castle from the other side
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Wine Country Franconia

I spent my staycation in the Franconia region of Bavaria Germany. Romance, picturesque, rolling vines on hills shape the landscape. Traveling from one wine tasting spot to another, with every glass, my fondness grew. The warmth of the area beamed under the sunlight.  

Hill top views, palace terraces, and old churches; traveling around from one village to another made for inspiring images. 

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Travel Tips 2017 from the ITB

Looking for your next travel destination, ITB Berlin 2017 opens on Wednesday.  Black and Paper will report on latest trends in travel, whether you are looking for the best beaches, the most romantic hotels, or the coolest city festivals, and newest cultural offerings.

The official partner country this year is Botswana. The Southern African country introduces itself to global tourist as a country instituting sustainable, eco-tourism.  With its bio-diversity, Botswana new conversation activities include a new Defense Force for countering poachers and an active wildlife preservation programs.  Botswana is celebrating its 50th anniversary, welcoming tourist from all walks to experience a trip of a lifetime.

Highlights in Botswana:

Okavango Delta

Moremi Game Reserve

Tuli Block

The Makgadikgadi

Nata River Delta December to April for the flamingos.

For more information go to:

www.botswanatourism.co.bw

Stay tuned for updates from the ITB.