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Ethical Shopping And Farm-To-Table Food In Basilicata: 4 Places To Make Unique Purchases And Support Local Economy
An organic farm awarded by Slowfood, an artisan biscuit factory, a shop that fosters the kilometre zero, and a craft shop, all created and managed by women. All these local businesses offer unique products that allow you to come into contact with the most authentic side of Basilicata. In the age of environmental sustainability and […]
Continue readingBeyond the Postcard: Captivating Cities to Experience Like a Local
Many of us have taken trips to well-known tourist places where we were able to take beautiful images of well-known landmarks. The beauty of these locations is undeniable, yet behind the picture-postcard settings lie a host of fascinating cities. This article is your guide if you’re keen to immerse yourself in a location’s authentic character, […]
Continue reading6 Ways to Meet Locals while Traveling
One of life’s greatest joys and privileges is traveling. There is nothing like exploring the world and its breathtaking beauty. Just think of all the incredible places in the world, from Spain to Egypt, Argentina, Turkey, The Caribbean, etc. So many things to see and learn. But the best way to learn about new places […]
Continue readingThe Alta via dei Parchi hike: the green adventure in the northern Apennines is ready!
What could be better than slow, sustainable and close-to-home tourism? Doing it while you’re discovering beautiful Italian Appennines! This year It.a.cà, the Festival about sustainable tourism, starts this way… and the green adventure is guaranteed! Learning sustainability by travelling The sustainable tourism Festival, now in its sixth edition, will start on May 30th in the […]
Continue readingOsmize, where local food is a tradition
Grow and eat locally is the new trend spreading worldwide. Puff up with pride of our green and eco outlook? Take a look at some history. The reality is that this concept was embraced by Maria Therese of Austria over two hundred years ago, not out of goodwill or ecology but as a method of […]
Continue readingHow to travel Italy for free, working on organic farms
If you like living in nature and rediscovering the pleasure of manual work, there is a way to travel to Italy across its organic farms. “When your hands are busy your heart is serene” wrote the Japanese artist Akira Yoshizawa. Sometimes only the real work, near the earth, nature and animals, makes us feel very […]
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