Ok, so if you read the previous entry you will have learned that we had 3 and half hours to kill and were seriously jetlagged. For those of you not so good with time zones (like me) it’s a 9 hour time difference from Phoenix to Rome. WOW. We seriously underestimated this puppy. So beleaguered and tired we stopped for a quick cafe. P.S. “cafe” generally means espresso, which is fabulous when you’re fighting for energy.
After our little energy boost we decided to be incredibly touristy and jump on a “Panoramic Bus Tour” of Rome. I know it’s super cheesey but it’s a quick, fairly cheap (about €12/person) way of familiarizing yourselves with the lay of the land. Or in our case familiarizing Mr. AZ with the lay of the land. We manage to get some beautiful shots from the bus though…
The bus tour was great because we got to really see the lay of the land and where each of the big “sights” were in relation to on another. It also gave us a starting point when comparing to maps we had. I would also love to say that it “inspired us to work through our jet lag” but that would be a lie. We got to the hotel after the tour at Noon and promptly headed up to our room.
Up next, our room with a view. What’s your big tip for honeymooners dealing with jetlag? Do you battle the beast with loads of caffeine or try our more subtle approach?
4 comments:
I know the feeling of underestimating jet lag! That's exactly how we felt during our trip to Italy in the spring. You're not alone! Are you staying in Rome or going elsewhere in the country?
We stayed in Rome the whole time, it was fabulous. :o) Jet lag was severe though, should've done about 3 cafes a day!
I am so intensely jealous of your Roman Holiday honeymoon that I almost can't bear to read your recaps. This was the trip we wanted to take! It looks beautiful!
good call on the bus tour! and rome looks amazing! i want to goooo!
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