Author: Irene Paolinelli

Olà, I am Irene. I am Italian, I was born and raised on the Tuscan hills between Lucca and the Sea. Due to study purposes I lived in Valladolid, Spain and in Lisbon, Portugal. A recent mind-opening journey to Brazil enlightened me about social and environmental sustainability that our society needs. Since I was a child, I have been driven by discovering New Cultures and Mastering a variety of Foreign Languages. I am passionate about Sustainable Tourism, Marketing, and Social Impact Projects. "Who lives must be prepared for changes" (Goethe, Italian Journey).

Street art keeps the soul of Doel alive

A few minutes from Antwerp you can find Doel, the ghost town located in Flanders, in the north of Belgium. It once counted over a thousand inhabitants, but now a mere twenty inhabit the ghost town. The town was threatened with demolition for several years, due to the expansion of Antwerp’s port. How did Doel, […]

Explore Paris through the Eyes of a Local Parisian

The charming Paris is always a good idea for a romantic weekend escape. Between boulevards, gardens and great works of art, set out to discover the French capital in an authentic and sustainable way. Do you want to visit Paris like a local would? Find out these tips suggested by Iphigenie, a Parisian friend who was […]

A Digital Detox Trip by Sailing in Zeeland

Zeeland is the perfect region to spend a weekend sailing whether by a sloop, kayak or sailboat. You can feel like a local in Dutch waters. Rent your favourite boat and go on an adventure in Zeeland. To be on the water is a great way to relax and have a digital detox holiday. The wind, […]

Feel like a Local in Lille and the Scarpe-Escaut Natural Park

Lille is the capital of Flemish France. Discover the monuments you cannot miss and the best local food to try. Lille has been part of France for over three centuries, but its atmosphere still retains the style of the squares of Flanders. And indeed, the historic centre, the “Vieux Lille“, is a catalogue of palaces […]

Upcycling in Marolles Flea Market

If you pass by Brussels, you cannot miss the Marolles flea market that takes place in Jeu de Balle square. You can find a lot of second-hand objects that you can give a new life to. Find the best unique pieces! When? The Marolles Flea Market takes place from Monday to Friday from 6 am […]

The Island of Texel, a Paradise for Birdwatching Lovers

The Island of Texel is one of the Wadden Islands located on the north side of the Netherlands coast. Between white beaches and nature reserves you will be able to observe seals and a myriad of birds. It is only 9 kilometres wide and 25 kilometres long, yet the largest of the Wadden islands. The island […]

Green Weekend in Dinant: What to See and Do Not Miss

Dinant is a small, pretty Belgian town with a beautiful natural environment to explore. The atmosphere along the Meuse quay is calm and pleasant. In the summer, you can sit on the terrace while some people cruise. We share below the main activities to enjoy a weekend immersed in nature in Dinant. 1. Kayaking along […]

A walk through History and Nature along the Coast of the Opale Natural Park

Between the Manica Channel and the North Sea lies the Opale Regional Natural Park, the so-called Opal Coast. A bucolic landscape to discover, nearby the city of Calais! This protected area offers a great diversity of landscapes, shaped over the centuries by its inhabitants. The Opale coast features dunes and sandy bays, including the two […]

The Wonders of the North Sea: Birdwatching in the Zwin Nature Park and Water sports in Knokke-Heist

Knokke-Heist is a seaside resort in Belgium, located in the northwest of the country. It is the greenest part of the coast. The Zwin and Knokke-Heist nature park area consist of an impressive diversity: beaches, dunes, mudflats, salt marshes, ponds, swamps and forests. All the green areas can be easily reached on foot or by bicycle. […]

Dog-Friendly Cycling in Zeeland in the Netherlands

Discover the unique province of Zeeland, a province of the Netherlands rich in nature and history, located in the southwestern part of the country. It consists of several former islands (hence the name Zeeland, land of the sea) and a strip of land bordering Belgium to the south. Here in Zeeland, you can enjoy beautiful […]