When you think of Pisa, the first thing that comes to mind is its Leaning Tower, right? That happens to almost every tourist, but do you know what you're missing out on?
Beaches and Hiking in the Portofino Natural Park
Sea or mountains? Who says you have to choose? In the Portofino Nature Reserve, you can end every hike with a dip in the sea »
A photo tour of Camogli, one of Liguria's most beautiful coastal villages
Imagine a fishing village in Italy: colorful balconies, a long sandy beach, little white boats fishing in the harbor… Welcome to Camogli.
Route from Camogli to San Rocco and Punta Chiappa
Punta Chiapa Beach lies hidden (almost) out of the way halfway between Camogli and Portofino on the Ligurian coast.
A Tour of the Villages of the "5 Terre"
Did you know that the “Cinque Terre” in the Liguria region is the part of Italy that attracts the most visitors each year? There must be a reason for that…
5 Terre: Blue Trail #2 from Monterosso to Vernazza
Want to come for a walk through the “Cinque Terre”? The famous Blue Trail #2 begins (or ends) with the section overlooking the sea that connects Monterosso and Vernazza. This was the first hike I took through Liguria’s famous “Five Lands” when I moved to Italy. It’s hard to forget… Technical details: Difficulty: moderate…
Route E4 between Paleochora and Sougia—are you up for this coastal trek?
Do you like hiking trails that combine semi-deserted beaches, turquoise waters, and breathtaking views? Here's the E4 trail between Paleochora and Sougia. I'd say it's tailor-made for you. 😉 Technical characteristics From Paleochora to Sougia, step by step The hardest part of this trail is the lack of shade you'll find in...
Trekking through the Samaria Gorge
An abandoned village, kri-kri goats, and the deepest cliff in Crete: Are you going to miss out on the hiking trail through the Samaria Gorge? I don't think so... 😉 Technical characteristics Difficulty: medium-low. Length: 16 km (one way). Elevation gain: 1,240 m (downhill). Hiking time: 4–6 hours. Start: Xyloskalo, Omalos (access point). End: Agia Roumeli (end...
The truth about Elafonisi: Crete's "pink" beach
Discover why Elafonisi is one of the most visited beaches in Crete: pink sand, crystal clear waters, remote location, and a few more secrets... 😉 Elafonisi is one of those places full of contradictions: Everyone (in their right mind) agrees that its beauty is spectacular. However, some fall in love with...
Discover the pleasure of swimming in the turquoise lagoons of Balos Beach
If you only saw one photo, you would think that Balos Beach was in the Caribbean. But this turquoise paradise belongs to Crete, the largest Greek island. The beauty of its lagoons is simply unique. Want to discover them? Keep reading. Balos Beach As you approach the viewpoint, two lagoons will appear in front of you...