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Sun
17
Jun '12

Paradise in Italy; Gran Paradiso

Italy has 18 National Parks, 89 Regional Parks, over 400 reserves, 47 protected wetlands, and seven marine reserves. Italy’s oldest national park, Gran Paradiso, is in Valle d’Aosta. It was originally the hunting grounds of the ruling House of Savoy, who donated the first 5000 acres to the people in 1919. Because this was once [...]

Sat
16
Jun '12

Sail to Sardinia

As a sailing resort the coastline of northern Gallura, Sardinia has become a popular playground of the rich. Sardinia is the second-largest island in the Mediterranean, characterized by a jagged and rocky coastline and interspersed with marvelous beaches. It is part of the territory of Italy. Intense karstic phenomena that had developed in this land [...]

Fri
15
Jun '12

Let the Wall be your Map in Rome

If you are planning to visit Rome as per recommendations of the itenaries you will visit the Vatican museums. These museums are extensive, with lots to see much more than one can cover in a single day. While you might be bowled over by the classic art frescos of Michelangelo’s famous ceiling in the Sistine [...]

Wed
13
Jun '12

Lady Etna Explodes

And she is monitored through the process with CT Scanning. First time in history scientists have seen the Lava passing up an active volcano. Italy’s Mount Etna, (3,350 meters) above the island of Sicily, has been exposed to the core literally. Scientists used 45 seismic stations located on the slopes of Etna to take measurements [...]

Tue
12
Jun '12

European Experience in 15 days with Budget travels

Trip is scheduled from 20th August to 2nd September. You will be able to cover the European countries of France, Switzerland, Italy , Austria, Germany, Netherlands, Vatican City, and Belgium returning to the UK visiting the great cities of Paris Lauterbrunnen, Rome, Venice, Florence, Tyrol, Heidleburg, Amsterdam and London. Depending on your budget, you can [...]

Tue
5
Jun '12

Islands in the Mediterranean # 3: Ponza, Italy

I’s the largest in the Pontine Islands, which are the remains of extinct volcanos. It is a crescent shaped island with one large beach called Half Moon Beach (Spiaggia di Chiaia di Luna) and a few small beaches and has a mostly rocky coast made of kaolin and tufa rock. It has many odd natural [...]

Tue
5
Jun '12

Faenza: The Festival of Forgotten Fruits beckons

Definitely a must go for food Travellers. Event: The Festival of Forgotten Fruits Dates: October 14 to 15, 2006 At: Casola Valsenio, Italy On display will be fruits growing in the wild , part of our ancestors diet which we seem to have forgotten along the way. Local farmers will display baskets of fruits and [...]

Mon
4
Jun '12

Islands in the Mediterranean #5: Maddalena islands, Italy

Crystal clear waters, pink sand, a series of coves and rocks, blue cliffs rising from deep seabeds, mesmerizing colours the Maddalena Islands are a must for whoever wants to discover the beauties of the Sardinian Sea. The islands are located inside the Straits of Bonifacio along the north-eastern coast of Sardinia. The Maddalena islands were [...]

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3
Jun '12

Islands in the Mediterranean #7: Pantelleria, Italy

The whole zone was created by a huge explosion in the Mediterranean many years ago which created an underwater volcano to form the volcanic island of Pantelleria . The land is therefore made up of sun scorched black, magma rocks, yet it is incredibly fertile and home to pines, oak, olives, blueberries and even Indian [...]

Wed
23
May '12

Ten Perfect Valentine Destinations

Love is in the air , February is here, if you have someone special in your life, then take time out together for a romantic getaway. This is a list of some of the most romantic spots of the world. 1. Paris, Montmartre: Set on a hill 130 meters high, the area of Montmartre looks [...]