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Italy 2026
  • Michael Christopher
  • Pilates Pinup
  • Karel Brumfield
  • Michael Christopher
  • Pilates Pinup
  • Karel Brumfield

Italy 2026

A 19-day adventure by Michael, Pilates Pinup & Karel Read more
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  • Trip start
    May 25, 2026
    Italy 2026

    Naples!

    May 24 in Italy ⋅ 🌙 70 °F

    We arrived late last night, and have spent our first day at the Naples Archeological Museum

  • Italy 2026

    Herculanium

    May 26 in Italy ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

    Just outside Naples, this ancient Roman town was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD — but unlike Pompeii, a lot of Herculaneum was incredibly well preserved. You can still see wooden beams, colorful mosaics, old bathhouses, and even ancient snack bars.Read more

  • Italy 2026

    Herculanium Museum

    May 26 in Italy ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

    Seeing the objects recovered from the city — jewelry, tools, statues, and everyday household items — gives a real sense of the people who actually lived here before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
    The artwork, decorations, and even simple kitchen items felt strangely familiar despite being nearly 2,000 years old.    Read more

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    The preserved boat

    May 26 in Italy ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

    Buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, the wooden boat survived for almost 2,000 years under volcanic material. Archaeologists found it near the boat houses where many people had gathered, likely hoping to escape by sea.
    Seeing an actual Roman boat this well preserved is rare. It gives a surprisingly real glimpse into everyday life — and the final moments — of the people who lived here.    Read more

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    The Hydra

    May 26 in Italy ⋅ ☀️ 84 °F

    One of the most interesting pieces in the Herculaneum museum was the sculpture of the Hydra from Greek mythology.
    Not only the sculpture, but it also served as a water fountain.
    Seeing it up close was impressive — all the twisting serpent heads and dramatic detail felt surprisingly alive for something so ancient. It’s a reminder of how connected Roman culture was to Greek myths and storytelling.Read more

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    The House with the Preserved Wooden Doors

    May 26 in Italy ⋅ ☀️ 84 °F

    The house belonged to a wealthy Roman family, and walking through it gave a much clearer picture of what an actual Roman home looked like. The preserved wood is the real highlight — not replicas, but original wooden panels that survived the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. That almost never happens at ancient sites.
    What was especially interesting was the folding partition wall inside the house. It worked kind of like a sliding or accordion-style divider, separating rooms while still letting the owners open up the space when they wanted. It felt surprisingly modern.
    The house also has elegant courtyards, detailed wall paintings, and traces of the upper floor, making it easier to imagine daily life there before the city was buried.    Read more

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    The Women's Bath

    May 26 in Italy ⋅ ☀️ 84 °F

    Walking inside, you can still see the colorful mosaics, curved ceilings, and even the layout of the heated rooms the Romans used almost 2,000 years ago.
    The women’s section is smaller than the men’s baths, but that actually made it feel more atmospheric. It’s one of those places in Herculaneum where you stop looking at “ruins” and start imagining real people using the space every day before Vesuvius changed everything.Read more