Category Archives: journeys

More than 100 km of ancient tunnels narrate the history of one of the highest mine of Europe. Exploring the mines of Cogne (Aosta Valley, Italy) is a unique experience. Today it is possible to do it by boarding a small and vintage train that enters for 1 kilometer inside the mountain, on the slopes […]

The Bora is the first thing that pops out on your mind when you hear the word “Trieste”, isn’t it? Let me guess: you are planning a weekend in the windy city, you have already looked for the weather forecasts at least for a couple times and you are wondering how would it be. When does […]

Tuscany: a region with an unmatched historical, artistic and natural heritage. These are Ecobnb’s top 5 most remote and hidden corners. Tuscany is the magic of a landscape where everything around is gentle, ancient and new at the same time. These are Curzio Malaparte’s words describing the beauty of Tuscany, which never stops surprising the […]

Caves enclose an inestimable natural treasure. Through their stalactites, stalagmites and other karstic formations, caves are clear evidence of geologic era. And they are not just this: many caves hide secrets, surprises and even legends. Caves are a fascinating attraction and Italy boasts an incredible number of them, from the north to the south. Magic […]

Ready to live a great adventure? Forget the most famous destinations and set off to discover less known, but no less interesting corners of the world. In the heart of the Balkan peninsula there are waiting for you a wild nature, endless spectacular itineraries, adrenaline activities, but also festivals, folklore and charming villages. Serbia is a […]

Moena, fairy of the Dolomites, is a charming alpine village surrounded by some of the most beautiful mountains of Italy. The history of this incredible tourist destination is intertwined with the local legend of King Laurino, who reigned over a dwarf people on Mount Catinaccio with his daughter Ladina, living in a huge rose garden. […]

In the very heart of the Stelvio National Park, Valdidentro awaits you to explore its hundreds of beauties to admire and experiences to live. Hundreds of colors among lakes, mountains and woods for a whole summer to live. Whatever you expect from a holiday in the mountains, you’ll find it here in Valdidentro. From sports, […]

A train ticket, a suitcase and your wanderlust. Joy wrote us from the UK, as she’s looking for some tips on a no-car holiday in Italy, to discover the beauties of this country not only in cities, but also in the countryside. Here are our suggestions. Dear Ecobnb, I’ve seen your website, and it’s such […]

The small town of Bled and its lake are one of the must-sees during your trip to Slovenia. And just a few kilometers away you’ll find a whole new world, one far from the spotlights and made of lush green hills, farms and local traditions. Slovenia wins the golden medal for sustainability in the global competition. It’s for sure […]

You will find something more in woods than in books. Trees and stones will teach you that which you can never learn from masters. Saint Bernard We leave behind the whirlwind of the city and immerse ourselves in a forest, to discover the silence, to explore nature, to be breathless in front of indescribable landscapes, […]