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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.

Hiking in Italy 2026

US tourists help drive Italy’s 2026 travel boom

Italy’s summer tourism market is showing stronger demand in 2026, with bookings rising across major cities, lake destinations and mountain resorts, according to data from property-management operator Halldis by Vita.The company reported a 12% year-on-year increase in bookings for June to August 2026
friuli venezia giulia

Why one Italian region feels like two different worlds

Friuli-Venezia Giulia is an autonomous Italian region. Yet the two names joined by a hyphen point to areas shaped by different histories, languages, landscapes and cultural influences.Friuli occupies the western and central part of the region, while Venezia Giulia sits to the east.