Author: Silvia Ombellini
Bilbao Beyond the Guggenheim: A Sustainable Journey from Coast to City
Most tourists come to Bilbao for the Guggenheim. We came for the coast. More precisely, we came to Sopelana, a small seaside town north of Bilbao, drawn by its beaches, spectacular cliffs and Atlantic waves, perfect for surfing. As passionate surfers, it felt natural to choose a place where the sea could take center stage. […]
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When Limited Access Protects Nature: The San Juan de Gaztelugatxe Success Story
A place made famous by Game of Thrones, it is now also one of Europe’s best examples of sustainable visitor management. It proves that limiting access can protect nature, enhance the visitor experience, and preserve a unique heritage for future generations. There are places that seem to belong more to imagination than reality. San Juan […]
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Travel Wellness Kit — What Frequent Flyers Actually Need
You already know how to book a flight. But what happens after you land? Crossing several time zones can affect your body’s internal clock, sleep, energy levels, concentration, and overall well-being. Fatigue, brain fog, disrupted sleep, and difficulty adjusting to a new daily schedule can make the first days of a trip more challenging, especially […]
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What to See in Rovereto: A Guide to the Trentino City of Art, History, and Slow Tourism
When someone asks me what to see in Rovereto, I naturally smile. I’m Silvia and, for me, Rovereto is not simply one of the most beautiful towns in Trentino: it is the place I have called home for the past four years. Here I have worked, built friendships, experienced everyday life and learned to know […]
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Rare Earth Elements: The New Global Dependence Between Geopolitics, Technology, and the Environment
Rare earth elements have become one of the most strategic resources of the 21st century. Invisible to the naked eye yet essential to modern digital life, they power smartphones, artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, wind turbines, and advanced defense systems. Today, they are at the center of a global competition that intertwines geopolitics, technology, and the […]
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Passaggi Festival in Fano: Books, Sea & Sustainable Travel in Marche
Looking for an original idea for a weekend in Italy’s Marche region? If you love books, authentic villages and slow travel, the Passaggi Festival in Fano could be the perfect opportunity to discover one of the most fascinating towns on the Adriatic coast and enjoy a sustainable cultural experience. Every year, between the end of […]
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Authentic Campania to discover: nature, taste, and slow hospitality among the hills of Caiazzo
There is an Italy that is not visited in a distracted way, but rather “inhabited.” It is the Italy of the Caiatine hills in Upper Campania, a landscape where the green of the Trebulani Mountains blends with the aromas of an agriculture that still carries the taste of the earth. Here, just 3 km from […]
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Regenerative tourism in Colombia: the ALMALOCA project where travel becomes transformation
Among the Colombian mountains, ALMALOCA is a project that weaves together nature, community, and personal growth, redefining the way we travel In the heart of the Colombian mountains, among Andean forests and ancient indigenous traditions, there is a sustainable hospitality project that is also a true regenerative lifestyle. Its name is ALMALOCA, and its motto […]
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Solo Trip as Therapy: 8 Mistakes to Avoid
In recent years, the term solo trip has been appearing more and more frequently on social media: trips taken completely alone. It’s not just a trend, but a true way of experiencing travel, increasingly connected to the idea of sustainable and conscious travel. In a generation like ours, where independence is both a need and […]
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Val di Cembra: Trentino’s Sustainable Gem Amid Heroic Vineyards and Eco-Friendly Hospitality
If you love walking in nature, exploring authentic villages, and choosing eco-friendly accommodations, the Val di Cembra, in Trentino, could become your next favorite destination. Here you are far from mass tourism. You move on foot or by e-bike, cross terraced vineyards, and meet local communities that have embraced sustainable tourism. It’s no coincidence that […]
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