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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.

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Blue Flag beaches in Calabria 2026: all 27 locations

Calabria sits between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Ionian Sea, with long sandy stretches on one side and rocky coves beneath medieval towns on the other. In 2026, 27 Blue Flag beaches in Calabria were recognised for their water quality, safety standards and environmental management.What Blue Flag
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Italy’s heart-shaped lake in Abruzzo

Tucked into the mountains of central Italy, Lago di Scanno is the famous heart-shaped lake in Abruzzo that tends to pop up in travel photos without much explanation. Where is the heart-shaped lake in Italy?Sitting at around 930 metres above sea level, the heart-shaped lake in Italy is located i