The Day I Climbed an Erupting Volcano and Lived to Tell the Tale
The ground shook under my feet as I stood at the rim of the active volcano. Ash spun in the ...
Mount Etna: Guide to Hiking, Wine Tasting and Villages on an Active Volcano
Standing at the base of Mount Etna, I felt absolutely tiny next to Europe’s highest active volcano. This giant rises ...
Mount Etna: Europe’s Most Active Volcano and Sicily’s Natural Wonder
Mount Etna towers at 3,403 meters (11,165 feet), dominating Sicily’s eastern coastline. When I first caught sight of it, I ...
Gola Su Gorropu: Hiking Through Europe’s Deepest Canyon in Sardinia
Right in the rugged heart of Sardinia, Gola Su Gorropu waits—seriously, this place called my name, and if you love ...
Why I Hiked Two Hours to Reach Sardinia’s Most Spectacular Beach
When I first heard about Cala Goloritzé, I could tell it wasn’t just another pretty spot along Sardinia’s coast. This ...
Green Island Adventures: Hiking Ischia’s Volcanic Landscape
Stepping off the ferry onto Ischia, I feel like I’ve stumbled into a secret world. Nature here seems to have ...
The Day My Hiking Boots Gave Out in Sardinia’s Grand Canyon
I never thought my old hiking boots would betray me in Sardinia’s stunning Gorropu Gorge, which people call “Europe’s Grand ...
Gorropu Gorge: Europe’s Deepest Canyon Hidden in Sardinia’s Mountains
You’ll find one of Europe’s most jaw-dropping natural wonders tucked away in the rugged mountains of eastern Sardinia. Gola di ...
Following Ancient Shepherds’ Paths Through Italy’s Largest National Park
Walking along the old shepherds’ paths in Italy’s largest national park is like stepping straight into the past. Pollino National ...
Between Two Regions: Where Basilicata and Calabria Share Wilderness
Tucked away in Southern Italy, where ancient forests melt into rugged coastlines, you’ll find a wild stretch that belongs to ...
Hiking Through Shepherd Paths and Bronze Age Ruins in Central Sardinia
When I first set foot on the ancient shepherd paths of central Sardinia, I instantly felt like I’d landed in ...
Zingaro Nature Reserve: Guide to Hiking, Swimming and Wildlife Watching
Tucked away on Sicily’s northwestern coast, Zingaro Nature Reserve (Riserva Naturale dello Zingaro) stands out as one of the island’s ...
Hiking Between Seven Perfect Coves: My Day in Zingaro Nature Reserve
I’ll never forget catching my first glimpse of the Mediterranean from Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve in Sicily. Crystal clear turquoise ...
Mountain Cheese and Alpine Meadows: My Hike Through Matese Park
Last weekend, I set out on a truly unforgettable adventure through Matese Park. The rugged mountain landscapes and lush alpine ...
Zingaro Nature Reserve: Sicily’s First Protected Area of Pristine Coastline
Nestled along Sicily’s northern coast, the Zingaro Nature Reserve immediately won me over when I set foot on its rugged ...
Stromboli: Guide to Visiting and Hiking One of Earth’s Most Active Volcanoes
Stromboli rises from the deep blue Mediterranean, one of Earth’s most active volcanoes and a real jewel among Italy’s Aeolian ...
Bergamot Groves and Ancient Forests: The Aromatic Trails of Aspromonte
Walking through the fragrant bergamot groves of Aspromonte National Park in Calabria honestly feels like stepping into nature’s own perfumery. ...
Where the Apennines Meet the Sea: The Dramatic Landscapes of Aspromonte
Tucked away in the “toe” of Italy’s boot, Aspromonte National Park is where the rugged Apennine mountains slam right into ...
Lakes and Giant Pines: Finding Alpine Serenity in Calabria’s Mountains
Tucked away in the heart of Calabria, there’s a place where ancient giants keep watch and time seems to pause. ...
Alpine Landscapes in Southern Italy: The Unexpected Forests of Sila
When folks picture Italian mountains, they usually think of the Alps up north. But tucked away in southern Italy, there’s ...
Finding Ancient Pines and Rare Orchids in Italy’s Largest National Park
I still remember my surprise when I first stumbled upon Pollino National Park during a trip through southern Italy. You’d ...