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Trekking on the hidden side of Portofino: from San Fruttuoso to La Cervara, among hermitages, forests, and sea
Two days of walking between sea and silence: from San Fruttuoso to the Hermitage of Niasca, up to La Cervara, along one of the most authentic and surprising trekking routes of the Portofino Promontory. If we said Portofino, you would probably think of yachts, boutiques, and postcard views.However, there is another Portofino, this Portofino trekking […]
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Rethinking tourism: An interview with Cristina Nadotti
Tourism is often described as a precious resource and a source of wealth for local areas and communities. But is that always the case? Looking closely, the picture becomes complicated. Overcrowded historic centers, precarious seasonal work, unaffordable prices, and rising rents are pushing residents out of cities. These are just some of the downsides of […]
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Geographies of Peace: IT.A.CÀ Responsible Tourism returns throughout Italy
In times of conflict and new divisions, the IT.A.CÀ 2026 Festival chooses “Geographies of Peace” and invites a responsible journey throughout Italy, between encounters and discovery of elsewhere. Ecobnb is a media partner this year, too. In an age of walls and borders, there is a festival that every year chooses to do the exact […]
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The magic of silence: Discovering Luniluna in the heart of Lunigiana
An inner journey to embrace your soul and rediscover the beauty of little things. A daydream in the heart of the Lunigiana countryside, where silence and spirituality reign. This is Luniluna, an ancient farmhouse surrounded by greenery, far from the city and modernity, where you can return to your roots. Here, unique and magically evocative […]
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Ponzone and Gran Monferrato: nature and authentic towns between Piedmont and Liguria
Not far from Alessandria lies a wild land where you can take refuge to find yourself and your roots. This is Gran Monferrato, a region where nature still dictates the pace of life and where you can enjoy well-deserved relaxation. This territory extends in the southern part of Alessandria to reach Liguria. It offers several […]
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What to See in Fossombrone: A Green Guide to Villages, Nature and the Wonders of the Metauro River
There are destinations that do not rely on iconic attractions or world-famous monuments, yet still manage to win you over slowly, through picturesque views, romantic atmospheres and breathtaking landscapes. Fossombrone, in the heart of the province of Pesaro and Urbino, is one of them: a small, bright town crossed by the Metauro River and surrounded […]
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Montello: a green guide through forests, trails and authentic flavors in Veneto
The Montello, a gentle wooded hill in the heart of the province of Treviso, is one of those places that invites you to slow down: an intimate, lesser-known destination where nature takes center stage. Here you won’t find noisy attractions or crowded itineraries, but ancient forests, quiet roads and small local farms that tell the […]
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Alassio: what to see on foot over a weekend (10 must-see stops)
Are you looking for the perfect destination for a slow weekend, combining crystal-clear seas, culture and fine dining? Alassio, in the heart of Riviera delle Palme, is the ideal destination for a spring break of relaxation and sustainability. Thanks to the short distances, you can explore it comfortably on foot, reducing your environmental impact and […]
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Among olive groves and villages: 10 experiences in the hills of Pescara (with an authentic stay)
There are places where you don’t need a plan. You just arrive, slow down, and let the landscape guide you. The hills of Pescara are exactly like this: a soft weave of olive groves, vineyards, and ancient villages, where every road leads to an unexpected discovery. Here, travel is not about ticking off attractions, but […]
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Things to do on the Riviera of Ulysses, Lazio, Italy, in winter
A slow winter journey along the Riviera of Ulysses: ten authentic experiences across ten towns, gathered by two residents over several seasons The Riviera of Ulysses, in the Lazio region of Italy, is one of the most surprising stretches of the Tyrrhenian coast: about 75 km, where the sea meets protected natural parks, historic coastal […]
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