Today was beach day for our Taste of Umbria students, and even better than that, the weather at the beach was breezy and far cooler than in Spoleto. Unfortunately, some summer storms rolled in early in the afternoon, bringing much needed rain across the region but cutting our beach day short. Students got some time in the summer and the Adriatic Sea before the rain drove them inside for some yummy sandwiches and seafood pasta.

Back in Spoleto, the storms and cool weather continued, making it the perfect time for a cozy afternoon nap, calls home, and student bonding. After several days filled with things to do, this easy day was a welcome change of pace for our students. Plus, Spoleto has not gotten any rain for almost two months, and this drought is affecting several vital crops in this agriculturally rich region, such as tomatoes and olives.