When Cara and myself travel, frankly we do it on a bit of a shoe string. We don’t go without anything but we would prefer to forgo tourist flash and pizzazz for more time...
We don’t EVER like to accept defeat, but our desire to stay alive won against our desire to climb the Sassi. These trails beat us not once, but twice, (and then again a...
Midday on the Stelvio in Mid October – 2 cars visible… Not as busy as myth would suggest! Internet myths regarding the wonder of the Alps roads abound. I’ve...
The Italian world starts slow and continues that way. Most things open at 9am and close between 12.30pm and 4.30pm, opening again until 7pm. Dinner is generally 8pm or later...
You could just head to the Dolomites or the Stelvio for your next Italian road trip. Or, you could try some lesser known roads for lovers of driving or riding that I have...
Distracting ourselves from our lives began with the most beautiful Italian apartment. We overlook an awe inspiring view of the village, valley and the Apennine mountains. As we...
There are few things more satisfying than using your body to power you through the brilliance of the Italian Apennine Mountains. Your body works of its own accord, leaving your...
A couple of distracted travel trips ago, I decided that for the sake of being more in charge of my workday I would open the store at MIDDAY!. I run a small business, (a very...
We ate and we lost weight. It was fantastic. Our breakfasts generally consist of yoghurt topped with fresh fruit and nuts picked from the trees by our front door. This is...
I’m going to jump ahead now for a couple of reasons. One is, I am writing this blog from Italy, from the little room I have been based in for the last 25 days. With 3...