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Three Coins in the Trevi Fountain

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If you have ever been to Rome and stood in front of the grand and glorious Trevi Fountain, you will see people chucking in coin after coin, over their shoulder.

Legend has is that if you throw coins in the Trevi Fountain, you will one day return to Rome.

Not one to want to tempt fate, I too grabbed a handful of change and chucked it in. A bit cliché? Sure, but you really don't care. You kiss your coins, infusing them with love and wish with all your might that the universe is listening.

And you leave, live the rest of your life, never giving it another thought.

Until now.

I guess I am living proof that the magic of the Roman coin toss is the real-deal!

On the spur of the moment (which isn't really in C.'s vocabulary), a without a plan (which isn't always in mine), we found such a fabulous deal to fly to Rome, that we just couldn't resist.

After much too long of a hiatus, we wiil return to Rome for a week at the end of May!

You may remember my last trip to Rome. The arrival wasn't pretty. In fact it has taken me 5 long years to get over the trauma, and want to try it again.

This trip will be different. So, different. No car, for starters. We are leaving the transport to trained professionals. Plane, train, metro, taxi. And feet.

And we will be soley in Rome. Seven full days to just soak up the Roman atmosphere.

Another difference- I am so looking forward to just really doing nothing but *being* in Rome.

Honestly, I'd be perfectly content with not setting foot in one museum. Instead, I'd choose just wandering the little off the beaten path Roman neighborhoods, looking at all the architecture, taking photos of peeling facades, doors and streetsigns.

No expensive, gourmet dinners either- just real Roman food in little trattorias.

Walking around the Campo di' Fiore, drooling over all the produce at the market. Throw in a flea market and a caffé pit stop at least one a day and I'll be a happy camper!

Perhaps the best difference of all- I have *met* many Italians since our last trip, many who live or have lived in Rome. Having them pass along all of their local knowledge and perhaps getting to meet them after haviing Internet relationships with them will make our trip, well, a slice of life in the REAL ROME.

Even if it is only for a week. I still think we will feel as if we have lived something special.

Of course, we have learned more Italian since last time. We'll have to start boning up, but we can enjoy speaking (and hopefully understanding) more of the language.

Oh, and I have my MacBook now! So, I'll be bloggin' right from the road. So in a way, I'll be taking you all with me!! Great, I could use some help with my luggage!

A little take-away here. I sign up for almost every airfare deal alert imaginable and will continue to do so. I will no longer complain about how much they clog my inbox. Because if it wasn't for acting quickly on one of these deal alerts (that's right, I am talking to YOU Travelzoo!) we wouldn't be returning this soon.

And I must thank the Roman Fountain Gods and Godessess who oversee the Trevi Fountain, who work tirelessly at granting the wishes and dreams of tourists 'round the globe who hope to one day return to their magical city.

If you're listening…it worked!!! From the bottom of my Italian lovin' heart, I say thank you. Thank You!

Now, can you work on providing good weather and a favorable exchange rate?

If you have been or perhaps lived in Rome, what are your favorite things to do?

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erin :: the olive notes
March 4th, 2009
yay! How fun! I’ve been seeing excellent deals to Italy right now. One of my favorite things to do when I’m in Rome is the night walk…from Piazza Navona (getting a coffee/dessert at an outdoor table), then wandering to the Trevi, Pantheon, and ending up at the Spanish steps.

Leesie
March 4th, 2009
Oh I saw them on Travel Zoo too and it’s been making me thinking. The end of May in Rome should be perfect weather for you! Can’t wait to hear all about it Robin ;o) You are SO lucky!

Leesie
March 4th, 2009
*think that is…

Miss Expatria
March 4th, 2009
just go on my site and search for rome, it should give you enough info to make your planning self happy! can’t wait to see you!

My Melange
March 4th, 2009
Hey thanks!!! I knew you would be the *best* resource The feeling is mutual on meeting you! Finally!!!

My Melange
March 4th, 2009
Erin, that is such a lovely area at night. We were pretty much accosted by the rose-selling gypsies last time- so we will be more prepared this time! And I love Pizza Navona. We found a great wie bar right off their last time. So looking forward to a Tartufo at Tre Scalini.
Oh, and the gelato!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Almost forgot gelato!!!!!!
Thanks for your suggestions :)
xo

My Melange
March 4th, 2009
I never really consider myself LUCKY, but in this case, I must agree with you!! I am thinking the weather and foliage should be great. And the al freso dining even better. Hope to spend lots of time outdoors- especially in the gardens!

anne
March 4th, 2009
Wow you are going to have soooooo much fun Can’t wait for you great stories !!

My Melange
March 4th, 2009
Thanks Anne!! You know we, I’ll be happy to tell them. Being long-winded and all

Lanna
March 5th, 2009
Hi there! Found your blog linked off some others that I read, and I’ve enjoyed reading.
I admit, I did not get a chance to throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain, and the superstition has haunted me since then that I won’t make it back to Rome. Though I’m not about to let a superstition stop me from going back, that extra reassurance would help.
I only visited for a short trip, so I can’t offer many suggestions. Loved the Vatican Museum and wish I could have spent days there. (I’m a museum person so I just wanted to stare at everything… and get away from the crowds). Also the catacombs are very interesting. Just start wandering, see what you find, get lots of gelato, and have fun!

My Melange
March 5th, 2009
Oh yes, out of all the things you said, GELATO just jumped of the page Plenty of gelato- we like to try new places and new flavors-eating our way through the city by way of gelato!
You’ll make it back one day. I just know it! Airfares are low right now…maybe now is the time!
Thanks for stopping to comment… come back anytime!

joanne at frutto della passione
March 6th, 2009
How amazing that we will be in the same country!!! I am truely tempted to take my boys and head on down for a weekend while you’re there. We’ll see. I’ve been invited to Paris in May, but you never know! Keep me posted.

My Melange
March 6th, 2009
I sure will keep you posted!!! Would be nice to see you, if you did come into Rome.

nyc/caribbean ragazza
March 7th, 2009
Have a great trip!! The weather should be glorious.
Email me if you want/need more info on places to eat/drink etc.

My Melange
March 7th, 2009
Hi Arlene!
I will be emailing…thanks for the offer

Merisi
March 8th, 2009
I happen to return to Rome, my hometown for many years, in three days! Rome is such a wonderful city to walk around, occasionally hopping on a bus (get the 7-Day transport ticket!), you wouldn’t even need a list of things to see, there’s so much along every step you take. Make a list of your must-sees, and let the rest happen!
I was in Venice for the last Carnival days and the quiet week after – Italy is such a feast, isn’t it?

My Melange
March 8th, 2009
Oh, you lucky girl I can’t wait! Buon Viaggio!

Tara Bradford
March 9th, 2009
How fabulous! Hope you and C enjoy every moment! xo

My Melange
March 9th, 2009
Thanks Tara, we sure will try our best. Although with plenty of cappuccino, local wine and roman food, it’ll be hard not to
xo