Lake Constance is one of the most important and evocative lakes in Central Europe. Although it is always referred to in the singular, it is actually a complex of three Alpine lakes, located at the exact point where the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria intersect. Lake Obersee—the largest, oval-shaped lake—is divided among the three […]
Overlooking the Cantabrian Sea in northern Spain, the city of Gijón is the “queen” of the Asturias region. Less known than cities like Madrid, Barcelona, or Seville, Gijón nevertheless captivates visitors with its authentic character, urban beaches, gastronomy, and lively atmosphere year-round. Above all, it captivates with its “double heart”, its old town divided into […]
The worldwide success of “The Da Vinci Code” wasn’t even expected by its author, American writer Dan Brown (born in 1964). Although a highly educated man and passionate about mysteries and puzzles since childhood, he hadn’t written this novel with high expectations. His first four books hadn’t taken off except regionally, in the small […]
In Avila, there’s no sea, no beaches, no trendy nightlife, and none of Madrid’s grandiose monuments. So why book a vacation here? To experience a unique magic, blending Spanish art, history, and culture in one place and during a major event: the Medieval Days. In order to fully experience these reminiscent days, make sure to […]
There is a tourist itinerary, especially beloved by Italians, that winds its way through faraway Malaysia. This island-nation in the Indian Ocean, between Thailand and Australia, was chosen as the setting for a novel that became hugely popular between the 19th and 20th centuries, “Sandokan: The Tiger of Mompracem”, by the Veronese writer Emilio Salgari. […]
Vietri sul Mare (Vietri-on-Sea), in the district of Salerno, was “someone’s property” for a long time. It might have been the first Etruscan-Samnite commercial port in Campania. In the Middle Ages, it became the port of reference for the large monastic complex of Badia di Cava, and finally a tourist port, linked for many years […]
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 […]
