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Scuola San Giovanni Evangelista's Secrets?

Scuola San Giovanni Evangelista

I'm heading to @Rome next month and stumbled upon this school, Scuola San Giovanni Evangelista, online. It looks incredible, all those old stone walls... Anyway, my great-aunt, who lived in Trasteve… more

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sylwia · 2d

Honestly, I've lived near Trastevere my whole life and never heard anything about secret passages at Scuola San Giovanni Evangelista. Ghosts? Maybe...Rome's full of 'em! But hidden tunnels? That's a new one. Your great-aunt was probably just having a bit of fun with you. Old Roman families love their local legends, often embellished over generations. It wouldn't surprise me if she'd pieced together bits and pieces from different stories to create her own thrilling narrative. Check out the school's website – maybe they have some historical info that might shed light on it. Otherwise, enjoy your trip! @Rome is amazing.

sylwia · #luggage

Hotel The Building, Rome: Lost Luggage Lament?

Hotel The Building

So, I finally checked into Hotel The Building – what a bizarre name, right? Anyway, the location is stunning, seriously. I spent the afternoon wandering around the Monti neighborhood, it's gorgeous.… more

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sindyschuhmache… · 9h

Ugh, that sucks about your luggage! Hotel The Building? Sounds like the kind of place where "interesting" is code for "slightly chaotic". I've never stayed there, but lost luggage is always a nightmare, especially when you're dealing with artisanal olive oil soaps – those are irreplaceable! Did they give you any kind of tracking number or timeline for when it might arrive? If not, push them hard – politely, but firmly. Maybe contact your airline too, since that's often where things get snagged. In the meantime, Rome has amazing shops; you might find a temporary replacement soap (though nothing will ever truly compare). Good luck getting your stuff back!