Mount Teide isn’t “just a mountain”: it holds an important record. In fact, it is the highest active volcano in Europe… yes, even higher than Mount Etna, which competes for the title. Etna is actually much more active and vibrant, with frequent eruptions and spectacular explosions, but it is “only” 3,400 meters high. Teide exceeds […]
Maui is a mischievous “god.” On a whim, one boring day, he dipped a hook into the ocean and fished out the whole Hawaiian archipelago! Also on a whim, one day, he decided to chain the sun; and when the sun begged him to set it free, he agreed, but only on the condition that […]
Take advantage of the quiet autumn weather to enjoy the super-tourist destinations without stress, with beaches and monuments all to yourself and no crowds. But autumn is also the ideal season to explore some interesting areas that tourists don’t usually attend. Though they actually deserve just as much attention. Let’s take, as an example, four […]
They call it “the Black Pearl” because of its black and reddish rocks, the result of ancient volcanic eruptions. They also call it “the Daughter of the Wind” because this element is very usual on the island of Pantelleria, a strip of Italy a few nautical miles from Tunis. Those who have been frequenting it […]
