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Little tales to make your holiday in Italy great!
Our blog is about lesser-known places and stories for curious travelers, interested in genuine people and their tales. May they inspire your trip and make your smile.

The factory of Cappelletti

Christmas dinner preparations are only sometimes idyllic, especially when hosting many people and preparing more elaborate dishes than usual. Behind the scenes of preparing a Christmas meal, a child remembers the frantic preparation of Cappelletti, an egg-stuffed pasta that resembles Tortellini. Full article here

The Lady of Lace

In an untouched corner of the Le Marche region, a lady knows how to breathe new life into a six centuries-old tradition; Bobbin Lace. We explore the charming and picturesque town of Offida in southern Marche through the captivating story of Teresa. Teresa serves as a prime example of how an individual with a cosmopolitan … Read more

Casa del Popolo

an illustration showing a guest with a red t-shirt of People's House in Solaio, Tuscany

In the Casa del Popolo (People’s House) of Solaio, Tuscany, hospitality is a blend of warmth, camaraderie, and a sense of community rooted in social and political values that may seem distant in today’s society. It serves as a microcosm that enables us to discover a lesser-known part of Tuscany, far from the typical tourist … Read more

A lucky Boy

A lucky Boy

Michele Fiorini is a lucky boy.  He inherited from his parents one of Italy’s most beautiful hotels. Overlooking the stretch of sea called the Riviera del Conero, his hotel stands white and minimal, between the Adriatic sea and the sky.  It is named Emilia after his grandmother, and he runs it with his sister whom … Read more

Travel changes lives

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You should not just expect to gain knowledge of different places and customs when you go on a journey.  You may develop feelings for somebody you meet, become passionate about a new activity you try, or form a bond with a place you have never been to. Travel can surprise you and impact your life. … Read more