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Cesca Rampley

Culture vulture from London with a passion for all things foodie. I’ve lived abroad for almost 10 years, floating from one magical place to another. I studied literature at university in the eclectic city of Brighton, and since then, I’ve been hooked on keeping up with what to do, see, and, of course, eat. I’m a firm believer in appreciating and learning from local cultures, travelling responsibly, and giving new things a go with an open mind and a healthy dose of curiosity. I try to share useful tips, local insights and a bit of honest know-how, so you can make the most of wherever you find yourself.

Asinara Island: Sardinia’s car-free former prison

Italy’s car-free prison island where rare white donkeys roam free

Off north-west Sardinia, Italy’s car-free prison island with rare white donkeys is a place of pale coves, wind-swept cliffs and quiet roads where the animals amble freely.Closed to the public for 112 years, it served first as a quarantine station and penal colony, then as a prisoner-of-war camp and,
Renting in Italy Milan

Renting in Italy: Milan tops major-city rents at €1,128 a month

Milan is Italy’s most expensive major city for renters, with a two-room flat costing an average of €1,128 a month in 2025, according to Tecnocasa Group data.For foreigners weighing up renting in Italy, the data underlines how sharply housing costs can differ between cities, even among the country’s