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THE ULTIMATE GUIDES TO ALL THINGS ITALY.
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ITALIAN THERMAL SPA CLUB: A MAP TO TAKING THE WATERS IN UMBRIA AND TUSCANY.
Italy's thermal spas, particularly in the regions of Umbria and Tuscany, provide a historical journey of rejuvenation and relaxation. Rooted in the ancient practices of the Romans and Etruscans, these spas use the therapeutic power of thermal waters to achieve physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. Offering a balance between modern amenities and nature's healing, the spas provide a unique opportunity to experience 'la bella figura', the Italian concept of a beautiful life that intertwines well-being and lifestyle.
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TRAVEL WAYS: ECO GUIDE TO TRAVEL IN ITALY
Spring is in the air spurring us to dream of warm weather adventures, so in this article I thought I'd share all the newest, fun, easy and eco friendly ways to explore Italy and Europe from right here in our beautiful outpost in Umbria.
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ITALIAN WAYS: NAVIGATING THE HABITS AND SUPERSTITIONS OF ITALY.
People's habits change in subtle ways when they move abroad, and in food-driven Italy the changes are most obvious when it comes to eating and drinking but not limited too as you will discover in my post.
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MY ITALIAN CINEMA CLUB: THE ENGLISH FILMS
21 of my favourite Hollywood films set in Italy. Hollywood producers discovered the charms of Italy after the second world war when their desire to film on location was primarily fuelled by advantageous co-productions, tax breaks, ready made elaborate and original back drops, bargain-priced sound stages and a robust work force at Rome’s vast Cinecittà studios, the largest in Europe.