Travel Diary: Pisa, Italy
I recently took a day trip to Pisa. My study abroad program in Siena ended and it was time to head to Paris for the next program. My flight to Paris (from Pisa) didn’t leave until later in the evening, but the one bus leaving out of Siena left at 7am in the morning. So I figured, why not make a day of it. (I didn’t know I wouldn’t need a whole day.)
Once I arrived in Pisa, I dropped my luggage off at the airport, hopped on a bus and headed “into the city” to see what all Pisa had to offer.
I’d always heard people say that there’s nothing in Pisa to see except the Leaning Tower of Pisa…and they’re pretty much right. The Baptistry, the Cathedral and the Leaning Tower are all right in the same piazza together. You can get a good look at all 3 in about 2 or 3 hours (longer if you want to tour the inside of the Tower), grab a bite to eat and some gelato and you’ve pretty much seen all of Pisa. But I still had such a great time. I met a lot of great people. I took the trip by myself, so I really got a chance to talk and interact with other tourists. I met a group of really cool girls from Turkish who all wanted to take pictures with me. I also got mobbed by the cutest group of older Asian women. They were so intrigued by me. It was actually kind of funny. Overall, the day was a lot of fun. (Which is more than I can say for my flight afterwards. Crazy turbulence!)
And of course I took the obligatory “Leaning Tower of Pisa” photo…only with a twist. You know me. lol.
Until next time Pisa!
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Lynda July 1, 2014 at 8:57 am
Lol! Love the last picture
Blake Von D July 6, 2014 at 6:02 pm
Lol. Thanks. I made quite a spectacle of myself trying to get that shot. So many people just stood around and watched. Lol
Ifunanya July 1, 2014 at 10:32 am
You look really lovely in the pictures… Love your pictures
Blake Von D July 6, 2014 at 6:03 pm
Thanks! <3
jojo July 1, 2014 at 7:34 pm
what a pretty smile you have! lovely pictures blake, looking forward to more pics of your trip!
faconconnect July 1, 2014 at 9:09 pm
I love your style! So Chic and cool! I love the head tie too! Looks like you had a great time!
Blake Von D July 6, 2014 at 6:03 pm
Thank you! I really did have a great time in Pisa! Which was a welcomed change from so much of my experience in Siena.
Natasha B|Fashionably Fabulous July 6, 2014 at 9:06 pm
These pics are everything. Enjoy your cultural experience in Italy doll.
Elle @ (Eat.Style.Play) July 16, 2014 at 8:27 pm
Too cute. I want to go there just for that picture! I have to get one of myself for my photo album haha. Looks so fun!
QueenDiva July 21, 2014 at 6:03 am
all your pix are always on point, you look great here, please what camera do you use for your pictures?
Kristen Noelle August 17, 2014 at 5:26 pm
Fabulous girl! I wish I looked this cute when I went to Pisa. Next trip! hahaha.
xo, Krist | peachesbeachesandurbanistas.com
Shakiesha Watson August 20, 2014 at 4:13 pm
While you were away, who took your pictures? I always wondered with bloggers do you ask random people or are you taking them yourself. either way i think your blog is pretty dope and i cannot wait to start my journey so i can capture these moments and share it. very inspiring!!!!! xoxoxoxoxoo