What do you do in the summer in Stratford-upon-Avon, the town in the English Midlands where William Shakespeare was born? This is a trip you would usually enjoy in autumn or spring, during school terms, ideal time for cultural excursions. Choosing to do it in summer is a touch of originality that could be […]
If your summer plans include a vacation in Sicily, on Mount Etna, but you don’t want to incur the excessive costs of traditional tourist destinations—Taormina, Giardini, or Catania—head to the Land of Acis, a district that is still little-known, in its entirety, although you’ve certainly heard of (and visited) some of its towns. Acireale, Aci […]
The roof of Sardinia, or rather the island’s highest point, is located within the Gennargentu massif, a mountain range located off the island’s eastern coast in the district of Nuoro-Ogliastra. Among its many peaks, Punta La Marmora (1,834 meters above sea level) stands out. In Sardinian, it’s called Perda Crapìas—meaning “broken rocks”—and is the highest, […]
Germany has two capitals: Bonn and Berlin. Or rather, it “had” two capitals in the past, when for too many years after World War 2 it was divided into two nations, West Germany and East Germany. This shameful wound was healed in the 1990s, and the country reunified, choosing the tormented Berlin as its only […]
The island of Lemno (or Limonos, or Limnos) is one of Greece’s most fascinating and lesser-known destinations. Located in the northern Aegean Sea, between Mount Athos and the island of Lesbos, it lies opposite the Turkish coast of Çanakkale and a few nautical miles from the island of Gökçeada-Imbros (also a Turkish territory). The two […]
There are vacation spots chosen for reasons other than the pursuit of cool air or a tan: they are places that have inspired stories, novels, or hosted great writers while they created their works. These places usually serve as starting points for literary itineraries that can also become a pleasant and fun vacation, perfect for […]
Until thirty years ago, just hearing the name… Medellín… made your bones shake. This word was synonymous with drug trafficking, bloody wars between traffickers, social unrest and terror. Today, all of this seems to have disappeared into thin air, and a new rediscovery of this Colombian city is allowing its rebirth thanks to tourism. Medellín […]
Brussels is the “capital of Europe” as well as the capital of Belgium. A city with a thousand-year history, elegant architecture, numerous museums, and a high-quality cultural heritage, it doesn’t seem like a suitable summer destination. What would make you skip beaches, mountains, and exotic locations for a summer vacation in Brussels? Perhaps the fact […]
The beach continues to hold a powerful summer appeal, but year by year the mountains offer different experiences in this season: tranquility, pure air, spectacular views, and a profound connection with nature. This is what tourists want. During summer, the mild temperatures of mountain resorts allow you to escape the heat of the city, offering […]
