A good book? Is an event in your life. Is a city nestled at the foot of the French Alps. Here was born Stendhal, famous writer. Soaring snow-capped peaks and luscious green forests surround Grenoble. The city boasts of a creative atmosphere, thanks to its art galleries. On Mount Rachais, La Bastille (centuries-old fortress), is one of the city’s most …
Read More »WHEN ADVENTURES GIVE YOU SPECIAL JACKETS – Moncler: from the mountain equipment by René Ramillon to the duvet jacket by Remo Ruffini.
A stopover town, starting point with a jackets. The small restaurant Le Monest (63 Grand Rue), is in a country house in Monestier-de-Clermont, with good family cuisine. If you decide to visit this area, you can sleep at the Chateau de Bardonenche (4 rue du Chateau), full of elegant rooms. Breakfast is the best you can try, with excellent bread, and …
Read More »THE 1900, ITALY OF THE SIXTY YEARS: THE BOOM OF CREATIVITY – The fascinating life of three Italians who have marked the tastes of an era.
When the myths it is a scarf, a straw bag or a prancing horse. Under its skies VITTORIO ACCORNERO DE TESTA was born, one of the protagonists of Italian creativity around the mid-twentieth century. In 1559, the Gonzagas built one of the most powerful European defensive citadels. Even now, Casale Monferrato is well known abroad, as “Capital of the Cold”, …
Read More »TRAVEL IDEAS FOR ITALY – Romagna, Tuscany and Piedmont: between wild horses, red wines and foulards.
Where creative spells are born. Italian travel ideas? Territory and nature, eating and drinking, as well as culture, art and history, can influence your tourist destinations. You could try a day in the Novacella Abbey http://www.italia.it/it/media/video/una-giornata-a-novacella.html, or try our special “author’s journey” through places and names that have made the history of Italian creativity: Vittorio Accornero de Testa, Guccio Gucci …
Read More »A RAMPANT HORSE, IN THE AIR AND ON THE ASPHALT – Enzo Ferrari and Francesco Baracca, in the hands of Vittoria Alata.
When the emblem claims the propensity to win. Its most important monument is the Rocca Estense. Just outside, find the Pavilion (huge quadriportico where there was a porch). Walking towards the east, you will find a monument built in memory of Francesco Baracca. You can visit his museum, with a section dedicated to Cavallino Rampante (used by ENZO FERRARI). Your …
Read More »WHEN THE MIDDLE AGES BRING CREATIVE CONTEMPORANEITY – Guccio Gucci: brand of the deliveror, suitcase and travel bag.
Eclectic, contemporary and romantic, unsurpassed for attention to detail. When you are on holiday, buying souvenirs is something you cannot give up. For centuries, in Florence there are shops that are part of the local tradition and economy. A jewel? To go to the Museo degli Argenti in Palazzo Pitti, you have to cross Ponte Vecchio. Among the many goldsmiths, …
Read More »WHEN CREATIVITY CREATE FOULARD FOR STARS¬ – Vittorio Accornero de Testa: painting silk gardens.
Grow, in the liquid fixity of creative set-up Under his skies VITTORIO ACCORNERO DE TESTA was born, one of the protagonists of Italian creativity around the mid-twentieth century. In 1559, the Gonzagas built one of the most powerful European defensive citadels. Even now, Casale Monferrato is well known abroad, as “Capital of the Cold”, because there are manufactured windows and …
Read More »MOVING IN THE COUNTRY OF DIVERSITY – Philippines: an “author’s journey” by Paco up to Maribojoc, along with three special friends.
Peaceful country, that will make you feel at home. Spanish Franciscan missionaries founded the town as early as 1580. Paco was known as Dilao (the color yellow), because of the Amaryllis plants that here were once plentiful. During time, Paco was incorporated as one of the eleven municipal districts of the new city of Manila. A Sikh Temple is located …
Read More »DONT BUST THE TIRE ON YOUR MOTORBIKE – With over 7,100 islands, Philippines waiting for you.
Best islands to visit in the Philippines, knowing creative people. Discover the magic of this archipelago of the Pacific Ocean. Visit cities as Manila, Cebu, Bohol and Palawan. Philippines are one of the most interesting destinations in Southeast Asia. https://www.tourradar.com/d/philippines. The property of the images that appear in this blog correspond to their authors. The sole purpose of this site …
Read More »THE ASIAS’S QUEEN OF SONGS – Pilita Corrales
When a creative act become a signature song. Lahug (Cebu City) was an area that covered by a vast expanse of trees. Here, a businessperson built a fashionable residential district, The Beverly Hills. Just here was born a famous Filippino singer. What to do? Panglao Island Tour https://www.cebucitytour.com/bohol-tour-packages/panglao-island-tour/ takes you until its well known white sand beaches. Also Oslob waiting …
Read More »THE TASTE OF LANGUAGE, MAPPED BY MANY COLORS – Marjorie Evasco: gathering broken shards, in memory of those who went ahead of us.
In the rooms of love, the landscape is not always seamless. It was known to be a fishing village when Jesuit priests first landed here, but it is know for a famous poet. Offers you a panoramic view of the neighboring island, Cebu province. Going there may take at about 30 minutes from the capital to the town. Maribojoc it …
Read More »THE IMPORTANCE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT THAT YOU CAN PERCEIVE – Fabián de la Rosa: Introducing the decorated form of painting.
Learning to draw well, before write. Spanish Franciscan missionaries founded the town as early as 1580. Paco was known as Dilao (Tagalog word for the color yellow), because of the Amaryllis plants that here were once plentiful. During time, Paco was incorporated as one of the eleven municipal districts of the new city of Manila. A Sikh Temple is located …
Read More »NOT TO ESCAPE LIFE, BUT FOR LIFE NOT TO ESCAPE US – Listen to what they three say, while travel from Da Nang until Hanoi.
The world is a book; those who do not travel read only one page. Traditional Handicraft Village? The itinerary will take you to visit Dong Ho Painting Village (to discover its ancient art form of wood block printing) and two of Vietnam’s finest pagodas. If you wish to escape from the hustle, this full-day trip is an ideal choice. https://eleganthanoi.com/hanoi-trip-dau-thap-pagodas-dong-ho-painting-village/ …
Read More »VIETNAM TOURS, ALSO INTO THE PERFUME RIVER – If you can smile, everyone will profit from it.
It does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you do not stop. Incense making, at a local village? Vegetarian lunch in a pagoda? Take a trip back in time as you explore the cultural area of Vietnam’s countryside. Something special to do? Experience the beauty of Hue, on a motorbike ride around the city and on a …
Read More »SINGING LOVE, COMRADESHIP AND LOVE FOR THE HOMELAND – Phan Huynh Dieu: revered musician of Vietnamese revolutionary music.
When love for the homeland it is a major source of inspiration. Its proximity to the Hai Van Pass and the Marble Mountains make it a great place to explore. From the 16th century, this town has steadily grown, becoming a large shipbuilding site in the 19th century. The absolute best things to do in Da Nang? Americans it used …
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