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We often associate beach vacations with getting a tan, basking in the sun, and enjoying the surf. However, the benefits of spending time by the sea extend far beyond achieving that sun-kissed glow we all love. In fact, while excessive …

You may have heard people in Italy referring to others with titles like Cavaliere, Commendatore, or even Grande Ufficiale: Silvio Berlusconi, the late divisive former Prime Minister and tycoon, remains perhaps the most famous of all Cavalieri della Repubblica, at …

Suffering from insomnia is, sometimes, not a bad thing. I recently had a bout of it and ended up spending late nights reading and surfing the web. That’s how I came across an interesting article published by Meseuro on their webpage, about …

As we describe in the cover story, Sardinia is a land of centenarians. The unusual concentration of “great elders” inhabiting the island has drawn the attention of Gianni Pes and Michel Poulain – later joined by Dan Buettner – who …

The Italian word altrove (al-troh-vai) translates to “elsewhere” in English. It is a compound of altro, meaning “other” or “another,” and ove, an archaic form of dove, meaning “where.” Thus, altrove literally means “another where” or “somewhere else.” Altrove is …

Dear readers,  in July, let me refresh your memory and mine on the Declaration of Independence, signed July 4, 1776, in Philadelphia.  ** Although the colonists declared themselves independent of England and set up the United States of America, a …

Is it really true that clothes do not make the man, as an old proverb says? We would not take this statement for granted because, based on experiences, it is not always possible to distinguish whether the truth corresponds to …

If you’re under 35 and looking for an incredible trip without spending a fortune, the Cammino Minerario di Santa Barbara (CMSB) is the perfect destination. The Cammino spans 500 km, divided into 30 stages with an average of 16 km …

The hydrofoil is a type of fast watercraft that rises above the water on wing-like foils as it gains speed, reducing drag and allowing for higher speeds. This innovative vessel was invented by Italian engineer Enrico Forlanini, whose work significantly …

Polignano a Mare is a picturesque coastal town in Puglia, known for its stunning surroundings, clear waters, and historic center. Perched on limestone cliffs overlooking the Adriatic Sea, it is located approximately 30 kilometers south of Bari, the largest city …