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

The Silent Witness of Monza: A Son's Grief Amidst Royal Tragedy

 Visiting Monza offers a chance to step beyond the well-trodden tourist paths and encounter a site that invites reflection on the complex interplay of personal loss and political upheaval.

For travelers venturing beyond the iconic Colosseum and the romantic canals of Venice, Italy holds quieter, yet equally poignant, historical sites. One such place is the Royal Villa of Monza, nestled in the verdant landscape near Milan.