Venice turns electric in July, and it’s not just the heat. The Redentore Festival transforms the city into a glowing celebration of survival, faith, and fireworks. This guide has everything you need to experience Venice’s most beloved weekend like a local. https://youtu.be/Hng41yguiG0?si=1057CVShcqfY_QTW Venice Redentore Festival Follow this step-by-step plan to … [Read more...] about Redentore Festival in Venice: 2026 Guide to the Night of Lights
History of the Colosseum: Podcast & Show Notes
French People Arr. Rude Podcast Show NotesS1, E18: Gladiators, Lions, and Imperial Propaganda In this episode of French People Arr. Rude, Sean and Brandon dig into the myth, madness, and master planning behind the Roman Colosseum. They explain the historical context and provide practical insights into how the arena was used and what survives today. If you’re planning a visit or want a … [Read more...] about History of the Colosseum: Podcast & Show Notes
History of Rome: Emporers & The Rise of Christianity
French People Arr. Rude Podcast Show NotesS1, E17: How Rome Rose, Fell, and Changed the World In this episode of French People Arr. Rude, Sean and Brandon trace Rome’s journey from wolf-raised twins to imperial collapse. They untangle the messy history, bust lingering myths, and explore how Rome reinvented itself again and again. If you want the real story behind the Colosseum’s bloody … [Read more...] about History of Rome: Emporers & The Rise of Christianity
Compare Colosseum Tours & Pick The Best For You
In 2025, don’t expect the Colosseum to be a spontaneous visit. You’ll need a timed entry, patience for security, and preferably a guide who knows the shortcuts. This article helps you compare Colosseum tours and their inclusions, so you get exactly the experience you’re after. https://youtu.be/hOBuFucNicQ?si=ousLBwxqZj4EF8ci What’s Included With A Colosseum Ticket … [Read more...] about Compare Colosseum Tours & Pick The Best For You
History of the Vatican & How It Exists
French People Arr. Rude Podcast Show NotesS1, E16: Popes, Power & the World’s Smallest Country In this episode of French People Arr. Rude, Sean and Brandon explain the unlikely journey that turned St. Peter’s grave into the world’s smallest yet most influential nation. Step by step, they cover Vatican City history, including persecutions, power grabs, Renaissance rebuilds, and the … [Read more...] about History of the Vatican & How It Exists
Best Underrated Museums in Rome
Crowds outside the Vatican Museums might convince you that every corner of Rome is clogged, yet nothing could be further from the truth. We’ve rounded up the seven best underrated museums in Rome that every art and history lover should visit between the headline acts. Top Rome Museums That Are Empty#1: Palazzo Altemps#2: Palazzo Barberini#3: Palazzo Corsini#4: Galleria Borghese#5: … [Read more...] about Best Underrated Museums in Rome
