Below you'll find a list of all posts from November, 2007
Abruzzo has so many facets and one of them is that is an incredible place for seeing religious relics. Here’s an excerpt from our special report: The town of Lanciano is home to the first Eucharistic miracle recorded by the Catholic Church. During an 8th century mass, after the consecration, the host was turned into human flesh and the wine …
What’s the most magical gift you can give someone (including yourself!) this holiday season? How about a week of cultural and personal enrichment in one of the most beautiful places in the world? Tuscany Get a jump start on your New Year’s intentions and make 2008 your most amazing year yet! Join executive coach Margarita Rozenfeld and Dream of …
From an ancient castle to a chic inn in a refurbished mountain town to a green design resort on the beach, check out these interesting places to stay in Abruzzo. Also a list of tour companies who specialize in the region.
In many areas, the region looks much like it did when it was called Abruzzi. That's because 30% of it is covered by nature reserves and three national parks, helping Abruzzo earn the distinction as the greenest region in Europe.
Explore this fascinating and mystical region that has flown under the radar for too long. Abruzzo is a favorite destination for skiiers, beach goers, hikers and naturalists. There’s also plenty of authentic Italian culture.
A few companies, including Sapori di Abruzzo (Tastes of Abruzzo) now offer hands on cooking vacations specializing in the unique and delightful Abruzzese cuisine. Read on for details on how you can get in on the fun.
See a fortress with beautiful views and Italy's narrowest street in Civitella del Tronto. Find out why snakes love Castelli. Eat sweet confetti candy in Sulmona. Find out about the bloody World War II battle that took place in Ortona.
Abruzzo's mountainous terrain makes it a natural destination for skiing. In fact, avid skier Pope John Paul II frequently took to the slopes here, sometimes openly but other times incognito, according to his personal secretary Stanislaw Dziwisz.
For the pious or even the merely curious Abruzzo offers a wealth of religious
treasures.
gI just posted below about the book I am currently reading, The Lost Ravioli Recipies of Hoboken. . I want to share a passage from the book that I found intriguing enough to mark the other night. Author Laura Schenone writes: By 1920, nine million people – about one-quarter of Italy’s citizens – lived outside the country, writes historian Carol …
