A review of Hanna Arendt’s insightful essay inspired by the most controversial trial to a Nazi after World War II. What is the Banality of Evil? In her classic essay “Eichmann in Jerusalem, a report on the Banality of Evil”, Hannah Arendt retraced the story of the Holocaust and all […]
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When we Put a Lid on the Well
In this post, I draw from the famous Chinese tale of the frog living at the bottom of a well to reason upon freedom, awareness and friendship. I have always been intrigued by the Chinese tale of the frog that lives at the bottom of a well from where it […]
Read moreThe Incredible Toys Museum Hidden in between Marche’s Hills
Right in between the picturesque hilly landscapes of Marche, we find Museogiocando, an incredible collection of toys from all times, captivating anecdotes, and very lively scale models. (For an Italian version, scroll down) It is very well known that playing games always had a fundamental role in peoples lives, be […]
Read more18 Months Worth of Books
There’s nothing like reading a good book when travelling, and I take pride on my book choices, so in this post I provide the list of the about 40 books I read during my long journey in Asia, and a short (or not) review for each of them. Yep, 40 […]
Read more18 Months in Asia
Is it possible to describe 18 months of life in a few words? I don’t know, I don’t think so. Perhaps only colours, shapes, emotions and vague memories remain. I went through all Asian latitudes, and from Vladivostok I traveled back to Italy only using land means of transport. In […]
Read moreMarvels to Visit around Napoli, in One Day
I spent about 10 days in Naples, and of course, I went to visit many places in the surrounding region from the amazing Amalfi Coast to incredible Pompei. Although I didn’t do everything, here are some suggestions for visits to do in one day from Naples. There is no lack […]
Read moreThat Undecipherable Vibe of Napoli
As hard as it is to understand, and explain, Naples’ vibe makes it one of those special places which should be in every traveler’s bucket list. One of the Italian cities I have always wanted to visit is Napoli, and finally the occasion presented itself. Yes, because whichever way you […]
Read moreItaly: Jaw-Dropping Matera!
Within the relatively unknown region of Basilicata lies the most unique town I have ever seen in Italy. Matera is an absolute must-visit. Matera is one of the most unique, beautiful and photogenic places I have ever seen, an absolute Italian jewel, UNESCO patrimony, and possibly one of the oldest […]
Read moreItaly: “Borghi” of Beautiful Apulia
Apulia is the Italian territory giving shape to the famous heel of the boot, a realm of hundreds of picturesque towns (borghi) scattered around a beautiful olive trees populated countryside and fantastic coastline with turquoise, crystal-clear waters. I have chosen Puglia (Apulia in English), the tip of the boot’s heel, […]
Read moreGreek Islands: Milos Vs Santorini
The Queen of the Cyclades might well be Santorini, but the King is without a doubt Milos. And here’s why. At the southernmost edge of the Cyclades group, there’s an island that everyone knows, everyone loves, and everyone talks about. It’s Santorini, the mecca of Greek holidays, the Queen of […]
Read moreA Welcome Back to Europe with “Open Arms”
After an 18 months journey throughout Asia I entered Europe in Leros, Greece, where I met friends, but also some refugees from Gaza and the search and rescue crew of Open Arms. Something that made me think about life, luck and different type of journeys. Everything happens randomly. Just when I was […]
Read moreIs Turkey just a Money Squeezing Machine?
Mass tourism, a never-ending army of tour operators and everyone’s general inclination to try and squeeze more money out of you. That’s what I have experienced in Turkey. However, the country does have some places worth seeing… I must say I didn’t expect at all Turkey to be the scene […]
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