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.

Anti-Smog Trees: the Top 10 Species
We were aware of the crucial role played by trees in reducing CO2 emissions and smog in our cities. Recent researches state what species are more effective to the purpose. We listed them here. Performances of anti-smog trees are impressive: they are capable of absorbing almost 4000 kilos of CO2 in twenty-years time, they also stop the […]
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Cycling Tourism: a nice Ride between Udine and Venice
Cycling tourism in Italy has a potential value of 3.2 billion euros. The northern Adriatic coast is leading this green revolution. This is confirmed by several initiatives to build new cycling infrastructures. The new track between Bibione (Veneto) and Lignano Sabbiadoro (Udine) is already a must-do for sweet mobility lovers. Italy and Europe are looking […]
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Only wind, sun and a “slow” tourism. The Greek Tilos is the first 100% green island of the Mediterranean
By 2020, the EU member states will have to meet their energy needs achieving the 20% target of energy coming from renewable sources. And what if I tell you that some places have already reached this goal? In particular, there is a little island in the Mediterranean Sea, which as early as this summer could […]
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The first Hydrogen Train arrives in Germany
Germany still points on sustainability: last September a new zero emissions train went into operation. It’s the first train in the world fully powered by hydrogen. The new hydrogen train can reach 140 km per hour, with a range of 800 km with a full. It has a capacity of 300 passengers. The first Hydrogen Train in the World […]
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Burj Al Babas: the City of Ghost Castles
At the foot of Mudurnu hills, Turkey, there’s a ghost city with over 700 abandoned buildings. Burj Al Babas is an example of how second home tourism can transform places for the worse. It was supposed to become an enchanted valley, but it’s a spectral city, on the Northen coast of the Black sea. Built […]
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How Sea Air helps our Health
Breathing in sea air can help to combat cancer and cholesterol. A Belgian research team has found evidence that the tiny seawater drops that we breath when we are near the coast may have a significant role in the prevention of lung cancer and on the level of cholesterol, impacting the genes that enact them. […]
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Where are Kids? Try a Tracking App during your Family Vacation
Theme Parks, crowded beaches, big cities, large campsites … The holiday can turn into a nightmare when you do not know where the children are anymore. Today with tracking apps it s easier to locate your kids, friends or family members on a map, without ever making a call. Where are Kids? During vacations can […]
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Top 5 Recommendations for Independent Travellers
Whether this is your first trip as an independent traveller or you’ve been traveling solo for a while, there is always something new to learn. That’s why we came up with this review! Here is a list of best gear recommendations for independent travellers that will prove beneficial to you: 1. Travel Bag / Smart […]
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Polluting Hamburgers: giving up beef can reduce carbon footprint more than cars
Cars, trucks, industries, home heating are the biggest causes of the air pollution. But there is also a less common one: the hamburger. Small but very dangerous for the environment. Yet, according to the scientists, if Americans gave up 1 of the 3 meat burgers, which on average consume a week, could eliminate the emissions corresponding […]
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Top 10 most beautiful waterfalls in the world
The sound of the falling water, the feeling of being so small in front of their majesty, the lush nature that surrounds them: the waterfalls are perhaps the most amazing show of nature. From America to Asia, via Europe, among rainforests and pristine woods there are these natural treasures that will leave you breathless and will show you that […]
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