I arrived in Brighton under a grey and rainy sky, so to speak not the most favorable conditions for a first visit to a new place, even less a seaside resort. Notwithstanding, as soon as the bus who drove me from Gatwick Airport entered the city, my first thought was: ‘How pretty!’." (more…)
Yes, South Africa is Great for Solo Travelers
After several years of dillydallying, I recently made up my mind and went for a solo journey through South Africa.
What had held me for such a long time was the idea that it was a difficult country to travel alone, and by public transportation. (more…)
The Colors of Borough Market: A Photo Tour
Imagine brilliant colors, gourmet food, delicious smells, gorgeous flowers… You’ve arrived at the lively Borough Market in London, a foodies paradise and a feast for the eyes. And I would like to let you have a photo tour following its colors." (more…)
Remembering Soweto Students Uprisings in 1976
I couldn’t think at a journey through South Africa and a stop in Johannesburg without visiting Soweto, the largest township home of huge contrasts and the place where the battle for freedom against the Apartheid began. (more…)
I Was Blessed with Awesome Travels in 2011 !
I was blessed in 2011: I traveled extensively, revisiting places where I’d already been and discovering new ones, meeting interesting people, getting new friends and feeling awesome emotions. Thus, when Leigh – whose Hike Bike Travel website is one of my favorite readings – invited me to write about the memorable experiences (in every sense!), I had in 2011 – taking part to the idea launched by Jeremy of Budget Travel Adventures – I felt it was a great opportunity to remember. And be grateful to life. (more…)
5 Reasons to Experience a City Walking Tour
I am mostly an independent solo traveler, hence usually not a big fan of organized tours. However, there are occasions in which a guided tour is an excellent option, as in big cities. Wonder why? Here are 5 reasons why I suggest to experience a city walking tour." (more…)
10 Wonders to be Thankful for
This week #FriFotos theme was ‘Thankful‘, in honor of Thanksgiving and to remember that life is beautiful and the magic is often in the smallest things. Here are a few of my favorite photos, showing 10 wonders to be thankful for. (more…)
Breathtaking Dolomites in Photos
Of all natural landscapes, mountains remain to me one of the most awe-inspiring scenarios. I am wild about their majesty, the way they make me feel very small and, at the same time, the intense emotions that arise in me when in front of their astounding beauty. (more…)
5 Simple Tips for Finding Work as a Travel Writer
It's not shocking that travel writing is one of the most difficult careers in which to find steady work.
There are literally thousands of people who dream of being able to travel for a living, and writing about it seems like a viable means of earning an income.(more…)
Castell’Arquato, Enchanting Medieval Hamlet
Perched on one of the smooth hills drawing the Emilia-Romagna Region’s landscape, Castell’Arquato is an enchanting medieval hamlet and an ideal spot for an off the beaten track daily jaunt from Milan.(more…)
A Wild Photo Tour of Ancient Rome
I can hardly find words to describe the beauty of Rome, probably my favorite city in the world. That’s why I chose to let you have a little wild archaeological photo tour of one of the most fascinating areas of the ‘eternal city’(more…)
Why is the Beauty of Silence so Underrated?
No matter the season, nature is always fascinating. Or so do I feel. Mountains or beaches, smooth hills or glaciers, desert or forests, I am wild about untamed landscapes (more…)
Travel Memories in Black and White
Every week #FriFotos is getting better and better. There were so many amazing shot on the ‘Black and White‘ theme that I collected them in 2 different posts(more…)
A Wild Journey through Brazil
I usually like to leave quite a good amount of improvisation in my travels, but when I eventually decided to visit Brazil I soon found out that an accurate planning was more than an option. It was a necessity (more…)
