Sicily & Mount Etna summit

Sicily & Mount Etna summit

Following on from last month’s familiarisation (FAM) trip to Italy, I got invited to another… This time in the south, to Sicily – the largest island in the Mediterranean. It’s also home to lots of smaller islands, an archipelago. (I know this as I...
Mission to Marche

Mission to Marche

Mission to Marche – where the mountains meet the sea   How did I end up in Marche, aka “Hidden Italy”? Luckily I was invited on what’s known in the tourism industry as a fam-trip; a familiarisation visit and immersive conference rolled into one....
Flex, Eat, Hike, Relax!

Flex, Eat, Hike, Relax!

Flex, Eat, Hike, Relax! Whether you enjoy this mini break in the Vallée Brevon, as a stand-alone trip (as I did), or tag it on as part of a longer adventure, you’ll be sure to feel rejuvenated.  Combining wellness with adventure and good food, this hiking...
Via Splüga – explained!

Via Splüga – explained!

The Via Spluga – where Slow Italy meets Germanic Switzerland 4 days hiking 80k (option to shorten with local bus) Ascent 2855m Descent 3255m 8 cultural sights …plus one unforgettable bus ride over the Splügen Pass. From: Thusis (Grisons – Eastern...
Salento in the (eBike) Saddle – Italy’s best kept secret!

Salento in the (eBike) Saddle – Italy’s best kept secret!

Salento in the (eBike) Saddle – Italy’s best kept secret! Learn More Why is eBiking around the stiletto heel of the Italian boot (aka the Salento peninsula) so often overlooked? With hardcore cyclists heading for the Tuscan hills and many visitors not venturing...