Living Marble, Great Hotels, and Beans

This week, we'll explore the glory of Bernini through his sculpture, including great itineraries to see his work, his life and his legacy. We'll also talk with Caron McConnon of Venere.com with helpful tips on finding the best hotels in Italy. And finally, an Italian staples: pasta Fagioli; how to make it, and the different recipes you'll find throughout Bella Italia.

Episode Segments:

Gian Lorenzo Bernini Anthony gives us an overview of the life and works of Baroque sculptor and architect Bernini, one of Italys most important and most loved artists.
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Venere.com Caron McConnon from Venere.com joins Anthony to bring us some helpful tips on finding the best places to stay, and to tells us about other resources from her site that will help you make the most of your visit.
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Pasta Fagioli Anthony shares his recipe for a classic dish- Pasta Fagioli. He also talks with Caron McConnon about one of the best dining experiences Rome has to offer Mamas. And in our Pan Euro segment, Chris Carriero from iKangaroo will tell you about some budget deals you can find at some Hostels in Rome.
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Guest(s) Appearing on this Episode

Caron McConnon Caron McConnon, originally a Washington, DC native is now living in Rome, Italy and is currently The Business Development- Area Manager for Venere.com. Venere.com is in the Expedia family brand for online accommodation bookings. Caron has 20 years experience in managing Key Partnerships and Affiliations in such global areas that include the United States, Canada and Australia. In her current role, Caron handles all aspects of the new partnership agreements, affiliations and CPC agreements from the contract negotiation stage to the XML feed integration side of IT for her Venere Affiliates. In addition to her current position at Venere, Caron teaches in a Business English course for the European Tourism Masters Program at UET in Rome. Click Here to visit her website