It’s common knowledge that Italy oozes style, hell if you google the definition of style it’s probably written in Italian! The cities of Rome and Milan are strongholds of European fashion, where immaculately groomed residents gently wrap perfectly manicured fingers around slim stemmed glasses filled with prosecco. Those that know their Versace from their Galliano though, probably holiday in the Gardone …
Leggings and Lasagne; An active Cultural tour of Liguria
The intrepid team of media professionals invited to experience the pleasures of Liguria had been split into two groups, active cyclists and foodies, hence the title. The truth is however it was too warm to need leggings and although we all enjoyed a variety of pasta dishes, lasagne wasn’t one of them. Until the unification of Italy, Liguria was a …
A Four Wheel Adventure in Molise, Italy
Exploring the Molise countryside on horseback for three days, had provided a great way to discover what this part of Italy had to offer. Four hoof drive had not always been comfortable however, so the opportunity to experience it in a four-wheel drive Fiat sounded like a luxurious adventure. Italy’s newest region is south of Rome, bordered by Abruzzo, and …
Horse Whispering in Molise, Italy
Having just been introduced to my lovely companion for the next few days in Molise, I had a double take; did the guide really call her “Vivicon?” She was a foxy filly, with flowing, platinum blonde hair, surely she was a Christina or even a Sophia, but no she’d been given a name which made her sound like a mobile …
Autumn Surprises in Molise, Italy
Surprise, surprise Italy is beautiful in autumn, and none more so than the small region of Molise, south of Rome. A hilly, wooded region with scattered villages, and small towns, many are built directly into the hillside. There are also impressive hilltop fortresses, and idle wind farms, which scar the horizon of the high ridges. However, it is the wooded …
Non-tourist Venice – eating for adventure and enjoyment, not sustenance and convenience
Johanna Read Website: TravelEater I love travelling and I love eating, but I hate eating tourist food. So I collect advice about eating (and about what to do between snacks). I figured I should share … You can follow me on twitter, or share eating advice at TravelEater. TravelMind 1. How did you get involved in writing/blogging? I’ve been writing all …
Late Season Skiing – Italian Dolomites
The last couple of attempts to fit some skiing in had been a bit of a washout. So when the opportunity arose to make a return trip to the gorgeous Italian Dolomites in the Süd Tirol, I grasped it with both hands and then some. The obvious problem with spring skiing is the inconsistency of snow cover, but in Val Gardena …