Bocce Players Unite! The Trials and Tribulations of Globetrotters.

It's unclear whether those who join us each Wednesday evening at Piazza Santa Marina Novella for "Globetrotters Bocce and Wine in the Park" come because they want to play bocce or simply socialize and drink wine. I guess it doesn't matter so much as long as they're having fun.

This week, we'll continue the young tradition, and hopefully make some friends in the process. Although a bit cliche--a group of 'youngens' playing bocce in the park in Florence--we've experienced a positive reception among Marina Novella regulars. On several occassions, we've been approached by older Italians curious about our origins. "French? German?" they ask, before hearing our American accents. "Ahh, you must be studying here," they respond. Although we haven't had any challengers, we hope to attract some seasoned bocce players next week to teach us a thing or two about the game.

We welcome all bocce fans (or soon-to-be bocce fans) to join the ranks. Stop reading this blog, invite your friends, bring a bottle of vino, and relax in Santa Marina Novella every wednesday at 6 p.m. If you can't distinguish us from the crowd, listen for the Frank Sinatra emenating from Tito's speakers. All are welcome!

--Globetrotters Ski and Ride Club--

Immediately after bocce each week (8 p.m.), SnoworSand sponsors a ski film screening at the Lion's Fountain pub. Whether you're a skier, rider or all around sports fan, join us for brews, story swapping and great ski films. We love to get in touch with likeminded people who want to get amped for the upcoming season.

SnoworSand makes top 50 in Perfect Pitch contest!

Some big news for the SnoworSand team! We made TOP 50 in the Perfect Pitch Contest based out of Los Angeles. That means we beat out over 950 start-up companies from all over the world who submitted pitches to the contest.

Check us out (and the other Top 50 pitches) at http://www.perfectbusiness.com/theperfectpitch/top50.cfm

On Oct. 5, the TOP 10 will be announced, so keep your fingers crossed!

Marist Students Soak Up the Sun in South Italy and Capri

We had an incredible time showing a group of seven Marist students around South Italy and Capri last weekend.

Although storm clouds seemed always on the horizon, the group dodged the rains as they hopped on a ferry from Sorrento to Capri and back. In fact, apart from one drizzly evening, the weather was clear, sunny and the perfect for lounging on the beach and swimming. One evening, the group was fortunate enough to witness a dry thunderstorm that illuminated the sky over Capri for two hours!

To escape the crowds, the group chartered a private wooden sailboat that took them to the "Green Grottos." Here, they swam through caves and over-hanging cliffs that reflected brilliantly in shades of blue and green. Afterwards, they returned to town for a three-course dinner complete with Sea Bass, steak and pasta.

Other highlights from the weekend included a hike to the top of the peaks surrounding Anacapri, yoga on the beach and a fireworks show.Toward the end of the weekend, the group got a behind-the-scenes look into the ruins of Pompeii. Their local guide, Salvatore, took them through locked gates to view ancient homes, walled gardens and bath houses that few other tourist get to see.

After several days packed with swimming, hiking, exploring and lounging on the beach, everyone was more than ready to crash on the train ride home.

All in all, everybody had a great time and the trip was a huge success!

More Photos from SS Trip to South Italy and Capri

Picnic Lunch on the SnoworSand Flag

The Ruins of Pompeii

Swimming at the Green Grotto

Marist girls holding the SnoworSand Flag

SnoworSand guide Tyler enjoying the sunshine
during their boat ride to the Green Grotto

Upcoming Trips

If you feel like hitting the beach in southern Italy or exploring the Greek Isles, visit http://www.snoworsand.com/ and check out our updated itineraries, complete with pictures, weather info, and indepth destintation reviews. It's everything you need to know to plan a trip with us!

What Nation has the craziest travelers???

Where do the craziest travelers come from??? I vote Australia, with Germany coming in with a close second. Those Aussies always seem to be traveling and having fun.

I distinctly remember a time I wandered into the basement room of my London hostel. They were all sitting cross-legged, chanting some crazy song about the 'froggers' and smoking 'French cigarettes.'

Outside a hostel in Rio de Janeiro last year, another group of Aussies ventured into the crime-stricken hill-side favellas after clubbing until 4 a.m. They said they had guns pointed at them. Yeah, they definitely know how to have a good time.

What does everyone else think? Let us know by replying to my post!

Globetrotter Trivia Night

Globetrotter Trivia Night

show what you know

Every Thursday come by the Red Garter for some friendly competition and good times. SnoworSand will be giving away prizes to winners, including travel gift certificates and prizes.

Time:9:00PM Thursday, September 10th

Location:House of Sizzle / Red Garter

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Welcome

Welcome to the new SnoworSand blog!

In the future we will provide news about current and upcoming SnoworSand trips and events.

We will also include slideshows from our most recent trips, contest winners, creative travel writing entries, destination reviews (food, lodging, transportation, etc.), and travel tips and advice.

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