Category Archives: curiosity
Curiosities and news, suggestion for travel (also for free), unusual places to visit, from the ghost towns to the disappeared islands, amazing stories of travel, by bicycle, by foot, donkey, horse back or canoa.
The Sounds of Nature Make Us Feel Good: Let’s Learn to Listen to Them!
The sounds of nature enhance our wellbeing: learning to truly listen to them can transform our days.I started noticing this after reading this sentence: “All the sounds of the Earth are like music” by Oscar Hammerstein II (American writer).Have you ever stopped to really listen to what surrounds you?Let’s discover together why the sounds of […]
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If Humans Learned from Beavers, Masters of Biodiversity
Imagine a small rodent that reshapes the world around it by building dams, creating ponds, and sculpting the landscape: this is the beaver. Their activity is not only about survival, it makes the environment more hospitable for many other species. In essence, beavers are true architects of biodiversity. What if humans learned from them too? […]
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Indoor Air Is Polluted? Can Houseplants Really Purify It?
Houseplants reduce carbon dioxide and fine dust, which can help reduce indoor pollution and improving the quality of the air inside homes and apartments. This is especially important when we consider that we spend about 35% of our time at school or in the office and as much as 59% of our time at home. So how can we […]
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Greener Travel in Asia: Practical Eco-Friendly Tips for Conscious Travellers
Asia is a land of vibrant cultures, rich biodiversity, and deep traditions. From busy street markets to quiet temples and tropical islands, every journey in Asia feels alive. Greener travel in Asia is becoming increasingly popular among travelers who choose to travel slowly, consume less, and make a lighter impact, especially backpackers and independent travelers. […]
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Enter the World of Harry Potter and Sleep in Hagrid’s Hut: In Maremma, You Can!
A hut in the woods, an atmosphere straight out of the most beloved fantasy novel, and the deep silence of the Tuscan countryside. Today, in Tuscany, you can truly sleep in a hut inspired by Hagrid’s home. “Hagrid lived in a small wooden house on the edge of the Forbidden Forest. A crossbow and a […]
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Regenerative Farm Stays: What “Soil-Friendly” Really Means
If you’ve been browsing farm stays lately, you’ve probably seen the same words pop up again and again: regenerative, soil-friendly, biodiversity-first, low-impact. They sound great. The problem is that they can mean very different things depending on who’s using them. Across Europe, many regenerative farm stays combine hospitality with soil restoration practices such as cover […]
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Between Prato and Pistoia: The Textile Industry Reborn Through Creative Recycling
Tuscany is chosen every year by millions of people as a holiday destination. Often, when people think of this region, they immediately picture historic cities, artistic treasures, landscapes, and its renowned food and wine traditions. But Tuscany is much more than that. Did you know that one of the most important textile districts in Europe […]
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Can Artificial Intelligence Make Us Reflect on a Greener Life?
We live in an era of paradoxes: technology moves faster and faster, while the Earth seems increasingly tired of our consumption. Artificial Intelligence (AI), which indeed requires large amounts of energy, may appear to be a problem for the environment. And yet, what if we tried to look at it from another perspective? What if […]
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Eco-Friendly Camping by the Mediterranean: How to Enjoy a Responsible Summer Holiday in the South of France
A warm sea breeze, long sunny days, and the scent of pine trees make the Mediterranean regions an irresistible summer escape. However, travellers of this era are looking not only for stunning scenery but also for vacations that respect local communities and nature. Continue reading to discover eco-friendly camping in the South of France and […]
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Sanlúcar de Guadiana and Surroundings: Complete Guide to Nature, Trekking and Glamping on the Spain-Portugal Border
Far from the most beaten tourist circuits, let’s set off to discover the enchanting village of Sanlúcar de Guadiana, situated on the banks of the Guadiana river, the natural border between southern Spain and Portugal. A journey to live an authentic and sustainable experience in the magnificent land of Andalusia. If you’re looking for an […]
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