I’m curious: have you visited or considered visiting #trentoitaly? Before coming to #trentinoaltoadige for #cycling, this northern #italian gem was not on our radar. Now, with every visit and immersion, we appreciate the culture and tranquil vibe more. Every day and each stroll offers new surprises, like this viewpoint of #renaissance beauty S. Maria Maggiore., famed for hosting mighty bishops during the 16th century #counciloftrent *** Plus, it’s August so EVERYONE is #beachbound to Puglia, Amalfi or Liguria. We will stay right here >> #nocrowds #freshair #breathingspace >>>
#italiansecrets #hiddengems #bestdestinationsitaly #discovertrentino @visittrentino
Characters. Those lovely people we meet along the way who add color and laughter to the days. **
The little place where we spent summers is filled with fascinating and generous people - not to mention, really, really #goodrestaurants. One of our favorites is @campregheri where Matt and I met up for lunch yesterday, post-run and cycle (thus, the outfits and bad hair. Haha). **
Valentino always has a stack of #italian #culinarymagazines which he has saves for us. Articles are in Italian and English, so he (rightly) insists studying the recipes will improve our #languageskills - who knows, maybe our #kitchenskills too. ***
Leela and her mom always embrace us like family, chat it up and laugh with us through the meal. And, the food...oh, the food. ***
Valentino specializes in classic #Trentino cuisine with a twist, never afraid to incorporate eastern and asian flavors. Yesterday’s tastes included spicy, apple honey with stinky #mountaincheese #smokedlardo & #taglietelle with #porcini & #fennel *** Plus, we get to hang out in the lovely vine covered courtyard with their dog Noc. It’s a sweet spot and a must when you visit this area. Stay tuned for more little mini-profiles of our favorite characters and spots from this area we now call home (at least, for a few months every year). #grateful
@visittrentino
#summerinitaly
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I'm a total dummy when it comes to photo storage and preservation, yet aim to be better. Today, I was (too many) hours into editing and archiving #travelphotography when I came across this shot. ***
I took this pic in 2004 in #changdao #thailand. At the time, I felt it was the most beautiful and #peacefulplace I had ever been in my life. Looking at the image now, I think it may still be. ***
And, though Matt and I have stayed in all sorts of places, from multi-million dollar villas and #fivestarhotels to #backpackerhostels and #campgrounds, this sweet little cabin in the #jungle at #ChangDaoNest will ALWAYS be one of my favorite places to lay my head.
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Finding this image again after so many years is the inspiration I needed to become the queen of photo-archival! 🙂 ***
Have any tips for making the process easier? Please share.
How fun is this shot? I learned so much by interviewing fellow #traveler Rob Casey about his family’s move to #ningbochina —> 3 years ago, the family of 5 left the familiar terrain of Texas for the bustle of this rapidly-growing city. From #stinkytofu to #craftbeermaking & #basketball this is full immersion.
If you have ever considered moving to another country with your family, you’ll enjoy this read. Even if you don't have kids, Rob and Julee's story may just inspire you to plunge deeper into this beautiful world.
Hope you enjoy! *** Link is in bio and here, too. Thanks, y’all! #grateful
https://lighttraveling.org/2018/08/07/an-american-family-in-ningbo-china-from-brewing-to-basketball-a-rich-culture-immersion/ ***
#exploring #traveling #aroundtheworld #visitchina
The number of times I’ve felt like a badass in the kitchen could surely be counted on one hand. But, you see, it’s #porcinimushroom season in these #mountains🗻 of #trentinoaltoadige 💕 So, when your neighbor/landlord/friend is a master #forager & brings you this bounty, well...it’s hard to go wrong. My #risottoconifunghi was alright, y’all! #learning #cooking #traveling #aroundtheworld #summerinitaly #grateful
