There are castles everywhere in Italy. And I’m not sure what it is, but every time I visit one, I’m swept up in its history and legends. When visiting castles, it’s almost surreal to imagine how old they are and what life was like in these places centuries ago. Calabria has some really fabulous castles...Read More
Everywhere you go in Italy, you are graced with incredible and intricately designed churches, cathedrals and Sanctuaries. You don’t have to be a religious person to appreciate the beautiful architecture and impressive works of art that they possess. What’s even more impressive are the cave churches you can find throughout Calabria. They are unique and...Read More
It’s February, the month dedicated to love. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, shops are bursting with chocolates, hearts (the bigger the better) and sweets for your sweet! Restaurants are also busy preparing their special Valentine’s Day menu for those planning a romantic evening with their loved one. Southern Italy has some pretty romantic...Read More
Serra San Bruno is surrounded by the lush forest of the Serre Mountains in the Province of Vibo Valentia. The town is named after Saint Bruno of Cologne, a monk who founded the Carthusian Order. In 1091, searching for a place of solitude, he built a monastery immersed in the rich natural beauty of the...Read More
In Italy, they are known as “città fantasme” or ghost towns. They are the places that once upon a time were full of life – children playing soccer in the street, clinking espresso cups in bars and the chitter chatter of the latest local gossip filling the streets. But now they’ve been abandoned, their inhabitants...Read More
There is something about the fall that makes it so special. Maybe it’s the changing colors or the crisp air that helps us bid summer goodbye and at the same time prepares us for the winter that’s to come. It’s also prime time for harvesting all of the incredible bounties the earth offers up during...Read More
Over the past few years, the mayor of Cosenza, Mario Occhiuto, has been focusing a lot of attention on the whereabouts and authenticity of King Alarico’s tomb. King Alarico, the King of the Visigoths, was famous for his role in the fall of the Roman Empire in the fifth century. As the legend goes, he...Read More
We love Pizzo, and recommend it to all our clients planning to visit Calabria. There are a few things you absolutely must do when you visit Pizzo and indulging in the traditional Tartufo is one of them. There is no shortage of cafés and restaurants listing tartufo on the menu, but we absolutely love Bar...Read More
There are so many things to love about summer – warmer weather, lazy weekends at the seaside, gelato and fruits! We aren’t talking about just any fruits. These fruits can only be indulged in during the summer months and they are the perfect blend of sweet and refreshing – just what you need for a...Read More
Earlier this month the Foundation for Environmental Education released there 2017 Blue Flag award recipients. This Blue Flag award are given to the best of the beast coastal areas, marinas and beaches who have shown a high standard of water quality, safety and environmental protection and management. A couple years ago, we shared info on...Read More
