On the south-eastern shore of Lake Garda lies Lazise, one of the region’s most charming towns – a historical gem that impressively combines history, culture, and a Mediterranean way of life. A stay in Lazise in late winter, with the first signs of spring, was a completely different experience from a classic summer holiday – quieter, clearer, and more intense. Read more
On the way back from my trip to Florence, I added a stay in the autumnal Dolomites. I was actually two weeks too late for the visit to Lake Federa near Cortina d’Ampezzo: the peak of the yellow-golden larch colours had already passed in these mountain regions. The trees were already shedding their needles and the nights were getting very frosty for sleeping in the roof tent. Despite a good down sleeping bag and insulation, it’s still uncomfortable and always takes a lot of effort. Since it had snowed in the previous days, the snow-capped higher mountain regions already signalled the transition to winter.
Autumnal Florence entices with pleasant temperatures for city tours and fewer tourists than in high season, even if “fewer” still meant a rather lively old town and large groups in front of and inside the sights. The reason for my trip to Tuscany was indeed the photo project with the Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore, but beyond that, there was so much more to see in the city.
After the many excursions and activities of the last few days – Antiparos and Aliki, a boat trip in the Gulf of Naoussa, hiking in Paros Park, the inland villages and the wine tasting – today was a rest day by the sea. Read more
On the way back from the hike in Paros Park, we stopped at a viewpoint above Parikia Bay just in time for the sunset. After the sun had disappeared behind the horizon, we drove to Parikia harbour in the dusk – where the sea never sleeps and the fishermen tell stories. Read more
After a relaxed day on the sea, we returned to the port of Naoussa in the early evening. In the light of the warm evening sun, we went on a journey of discovery into the old town. Fishing boats bobbed picturesquely in the old fishing harbour. On the pier, tables were being set for guests to have dinner. We eventually watched all this over a drink on the terrace of the Sommaripa Bar. Read more
Even though the day started off grey and rainy, it ended with a spectacular finale for all the senses in Aliki harbour. After a stroll through Antiparos in the rain, the evening concluded with a magnificent sunset and plenty of culinary delights during a convivial dinner. Read more
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