The glory of Rome beyond the city

For information on where to find ancient ruins and tombs, Medieval towers and Renaissance palaces, set along the seaside and among the mountains but away from the crowds, check out my recent interview with Freshcruiser.com.

Our interview highlights the places to visit close the port at Civitavecchia and between the leading cities of Florence and Rome. These are alternative destinations that will provide all the splendor the cities have to offer, such as ruins of ancient theaters and palaces full of Renaissance frescoes, but at a more reasonable cost and with a more genuine feel.

A pre-Roman Etruscan theater built into the caves in northern Lazio, 15 miles from Rome

Check out Freshcruiser's blog here:
http://www.freshcruiser.com/blog/2013/11/25/headed-to-rome-on-a-cruise-get-off-the-beaten-path-and-follo.html

Renaissance garden at Villa Lante