There is a Latin tradition that has been preserved intact for centuries, primarily in Italy but also elsewhere in the Mediterranean basin. It is the tradition of the “infiorata” (flower tapestry) much more than a simple artistic installation: a true celebration of spring. The tradition was born, as often happens, from religion and specifically from […]
This month of May treat yourself to a trip that’s literally… divine! Where? To the Mount of the Gods, of course. Mount Olympus, in Greece! Most people think Mount Olympus overlooks Athens, but it is at about five-hour drive from the Greek capital, instead. Surrounded by rocky peaks and wild forests, this mountain offers a […]
There’s a strip of land, facing the Isle of Man (Great Britain), that juts out toward neighboring Ireland with uncertainty, as if it wanted to touch it but gave up at the last moment, recoiling. This strange square hump, this “lump” on the side of the largest island in the British archipelago, so ugly to […]
Was it a forest? A customs border? Or really a lemon grove stretching to the far north of the Mediterranean area? It’s a bit of a mystery, but this too is part of Limone sul Garda‘s charm. Yes, we are on Lake Garda—between Lombardy, Veneto, and Trentino in northern Italy—and yet lemons grow here. At […]
Tunisia is a famous tourist destination and everyone, in one way or another, knows or has known it. But when we talk about Tunisia, we usually think of the capital, Tunis, the seaside towns like Sousse, Hammamet, Sfax, Monastir, or the exciting desert destinations: Al Borma or Jebil National Park. Some also remember the most […]
The Jacaranda (an African name meaning “fragrant”) is a tree belonging to the Bignoniaceae family, which includes approximately 50 species native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, South Africa, and the Caribbean. Today, even in Italy and some Mediterranean regions, you can see these trees filled with light purple petals […]
Cherry blossoms are one of the most fascinating natural spectacles in East Asia. Every spring, between March and April, millions of trees turn pink and white, changing cities and landscapes into poetic backdrops. Planning an itinerary to admire this phenomenon means combining nature, culture, and local traditions in an unforgettable journey. It may be too […]
Have you ever thought of Milan as a spring break destination? Perhaps not, because when you imagine this city you see fog, cold, gray buildings and skyscrapers. But when the sun comes out and all the parks are in bloom, in spring, it totally changes its “face”. It is beautiful, literally. Visiting this Italian […]
How do you celebrate spring at the foot of the mighty Etna volcano? With a parade showcasing thousands of splendid flowers used as street decorations, balcony decorations, garden displays, and… carnival floats! We invite you to visit the three-day Festival of Flowers in Acireale, district of Catania. It takes place every year around May 1st […]
