Author: Chiara Marras
Montello: a green guide through forests, trails and authentic flavors in Veneto
The Montello, a gentle wooded hill in the heart of the province of Treviso, is one of those places that invites you to slow down: an intimate, lesser-known destination where nature takes center stage. Here you won’t find noisy attractions or crowded itineraries, but ancient forests, quiet roads and small local farms that tell the […]
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Buttigliera Alta: 4 stunning hikes among lakes, forests and mountains near Turin
Sometimes, all it takes is moving just a few kilometers away from the city to rediscover the slow rhythm of nature. Around Buttigliera Alta, you’ll find beautiful hikes, perfect for those looking for trekking near Turin surrounded by greenery. Here, at the gateway to the Susa Valley, the landscape changes quickly: urban streets give way […]
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Among olive groves and villages: 10 experiences in the hills of Pescara (with an authentic stay)
There are places where you don’t need a plan. You just arrive, slow down, and let the landscape guide you. The hills of Pescara are exactly like this: a soft weave of olive groves, vineyards, and ancient villages, where every road leads to an unexpected discovery. Here, travel is not about ticking off attractions, but […]
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Monte Amiata: a green guide to nature, villages and authentic flavors
There are places where nature is not just a backdrop, but a living presence you can feel with every step. Monte Amiata, an extinct volcano in southern Tuscany, is one of them: an unspoiled area made of ancient forests, small villages and rural traditions that tell a story of slow and conscious travel. Here you’ll […]
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Romantic weekend in Valle Maira: nature, silence and alpine villages for two
If you’re looking for a truly serene and intimate place to spend time together, start here: the Valle Maira. Forget crowded spas, standard hotels and over-touristed destinations. If what you really want is to disconnect, slow down and find space just for the two of you, this hidden valley in Piedmont is a surprisingly perfect […]
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The best glamping and eco lodges for a remote island escape around the world
Let me tell you this as someone who lives on an island within an island. There is something truly magical about islands. Maybe it’s the fact that you have to cross the sea to reach them, leaving something behind, or that subtle feeling of being somewhere else, completely. Islands move at a different rhythm. Slower, […]
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Reconnect with Nature: The Best Eco-Lodges for a Surf or Yoga Retreat in Portugal
Take a deep breath, slow down, reconnect. Imagine practicing yoga at sunrise with the sound of the ocean in the background, as the first light gently touches Portugal’s wild coastline. Portugal is one of Europe’s most inspiring destinations for those seeking a different kind of holiday—one that helps restore balance through a unique blend of […]
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Val di Cembra: what to see? 10 experiences between wild nature, villages and organic farm stays
Sometimes you just need to disconnect, to slow down, breathe fresh air and walk without rushing. If you’re looking for a destination like this, authentic, off the beaten path and immersed in nature, Val di Cembra might surprise you more than you expect.It’s still a little-known valley, shaped by terraced vineyards, wild canyons, quiet trails […]
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Apulian Murge: what to see among authentic villages, karst landscapes and sustainable stays
There is a corner of Puglia that moves at a slower rhythm, far from mass tourism and crowded coastlines. The Apulian Murge (Murge meridionali) are a land of silence, dry stone walls, ancient olive groves and landscapes shaped by water and time. It is the perfect destination if you are looking for authenticity, nature and […]
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Sun Route: Pedalling Through Italy’s Nature, Villages and Landscapes
There is something magical about travelling by bicycle: every pedal stroke allows you to immerse yourself in the landscape, in the stories of the places you cross, and in the traditions of a land experienced not as a tourist, but as a slow traveller. For those dreaming of a sustainable adventure among villages, hills, countryside […]
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