The Devil of Piedmont

For many of us, Italy is sun-drenched piazzas, the gentle clink of wine glasses, and the slow, sweet rhythm of days that have unfolded the same way for centuries. It’s a romantic vision, but

But Italy, like any ancient place, is a palimpsest. Layers of beauty are written over layers of blood and iron.

Following Water: Along Italy's Most Romantic Canal

There's something magical about discovering this gem of Italian engineering that has been quietly doing its job for over a century.

When the Italian Night Comes Alive (and Tries to Eat You)

 Okay, fellow night owls and adventurers, let's talk about Italian nightlife.

A Secret Germanic Tribe That Hid in Italy's Mountains

 That's like finding a Viking who still worshiped Thor during the Renaissance. So I went full Indiana Jones to uncover their story… and it's wilder than Game of Thrones.

Theodolinda Cycle (scene No. 10) by ZAVATTARI, Franceschino

My Two-Day Coastal Caper: Sun, Storms, and "Viking Skin" Woes

A h, the siren call of the Ligurian Sea! Fresh off a train from Biella, I recently embarked on a two-day “vacation” to Savona and Genoa Quinto al Mare. The goal? A relaxing seaside escape, a chance to swap my usual scenery for something a bit more… oceanic.

Lost in Time: A Medieval City That Looks Like a Fairytale

There's something truly special about that city — the way it holds its history so close, making visitors feel like they're walking through living stories rather than just looking at old buildings.

Adventures in the Alps: Discovery, Height Limits, and Hidden Charm

Life’s most incredible adventures often come by chance, and my recent trip through the breathtaking Alps was no exception.

Colle del Nivolet

Is Italy Still Worth Visiting — Or Are We Just Obsessed With Its Past?

Is Italy overrated or just not listening? We keep visiting the same old places, but maybe the real Italy is hiding somewhere else. There’s more to Italy than clichés and crowded sights.

The Ancient Secrets of Two Aosta Valley's Castles

Forget the crowded canals of Venice or the endless queues of Florence. There’s a quieter, more ancient Italy waiting to be discovered, nestled deep in the northwestern Alps: the Aosta Valley

An Authentic Italy Vacation

Rebecca asked me to write this post since I’m an expat in Italy, I’ve lived for 30 years here, and I face the same problems as everyone (post written with a bit of a smile)

However, I’m passionate about history, other curiosities, the beauty of nature, and