Laura McKenzie's Traveler

Once the capital of the world, Laura McKenzie is the perfect guide to your trip to Rome. Travel down Rome's oldest road, Appian Way, and behold St. Peter's Basilica, an Italian Renaissance church that will touch your heart and soul, especially when you view Michelangelo's Pieta. The Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican City, the Sistine Chapel - there is so much history and culture to experience here.

Laura begins her stay along the Amalfi Coast in stunning Positano. The Amalfi Coast's breathtaking views can be enjoyed at Le Sirenuse Hotel, a member of the Leading Hotels of the World. Down the road a bit, they say Ravello is a town suspended between sea and sky, and it will leave an impression on you as it has on many artists, musicians, and writers. In Salerno, the gardens at Villa Rufolo will burn into your memory.

Laura's tour of Italy takes you to all the famous sights, starting in Rome, where she explores the remnants of great civilizations, feasts on famous Roman fare, and admires the endless artwork this fascinating city offers. Laura visits the Piazza Navona, where she shops until she drops. Then it's off to the Frascati Valley home to Casal Pilozzo.

Queenstown is the adventure capital of the world. From bungee jumping to heli-skiing if you can think of it you can find it in Queenstown. Visitors refer to Queenstown as a natural theme park because of the variety of outdoor adventures it offers.

The Auckland Museum and then on to the sea for paragliding and windsurfing.

Laura MacKenzie will take you to the oldest part of the city, on the Buda side, to the old Castle District.