Location: The hotels on the seaside cliffs overlooking the Bay of Naples
Destination: Sorrento
Country: Italy
Year Taken: 2008

Photographer: Mary Jo Manzanares
Blog: Fly Away Cafe

Overlooking the Bay of Naples, the seaside town of Sorrento, Italy offers a picturesque view of the island of Capri from it’s high cliffs. 

It’s also famous for being the birthplace of the notable Italian liqueur, Limoncello, made from local lemons. _______________________________________________

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Seaside Hotels on the Cliffs of Sorrento, Italy

Location: The Colosseum
Destination: Central Rome
Country: Italy
Year Taken: 2008

Photographer: Mary Jo Manzanares
Blog: Fly Away Cafe

Completed in 80 AD, the Colosseum is one of the most recognizable structures in the world.

Between the time it was build and the 6th century, it was used for battle reenactments, animal hunts of species collected from across the Roman Empire, as well as other public spectacles and events including public executions and the slaughter of Christians.  But mostly, it hosted gladiatorial contests. 

Some contests or events lasted several months and employed thousands of gladiators. 

The stadium sat 50,000 spectators, including special boxes for dignitaries. _______________________________________________

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The Colosseum in Rome Italy