November 27, 2012
by Anna Merulla /
A labyrinth of row houses, alleyways, scenic islands views, a charming harbour, breathtaking cliffs and a majestic castle. Visiting Lerici in this warm days of November is such magic. Now I can understand why many writers have been inspired by this small village and the nearby Cinque Terre. It is said that Mary Shelley has
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October 23, 2012
by Anna Merulla /
“.. just south of Portofino, five towns on the Ligurian Sea maintain the charm and character of Italian villages of the past. Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore are the pastel towns that make up Cinque Terre (five lands). They are vintage settlements where life moves in the key of easy — each town clinging
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October 2, 2012
by Anna Merulla /
Liguria in Italy is fast becoming a haven for tourists. Read on to learn how outdoor adventure enthusiasts can enjoy breathtaking scenery on the Italian Riviera. A small but perfectly formed region of Italy, Liguria offers boundless potential for outdoor types and adventure sports enthusiasts to enjoy hikes, bike rides, nature trails, water sports and
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September 1, 2012
by Marisa Allegra Williams /
The last time I was in Liguria, I had grand plans to spend two wonderful weeks exploring candy-colored towns from Ventimiglia to Sarzana on leisurely day trips from my home base in Genoa. I did enjoy one picture-perfect week (these images are from that 2011 trip), but spent most of the second indoors battling
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July 31, 2012
by Anna Merulla /
Walking through Vernazza, 9 months after the day of its flood, for me was touching. The videos of the torrential rain and the massive flooding happened on October 2011 which killed three residents, damaging the town and terrorizing people are alive in my mind.
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