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ITALIAN THERMAL SPA CLUB: A MAP TO TAKING THE WATERS IN UMBRIA AND TUSCANY.
Italy's thermal spas, particularly in the regions of Umbria and Tuscany, provide a historical journey of rejuvenation and relaxation. Rooted in the ancient practices of the Romans and Etruscans, these spas use the therapeutic power of thermal waters to achieve physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. Offering a balance between modern amenities and nature's healing, the spas provide a unique opportunity to experience 'la bella figura', the Italian concept of a beautiful life that intertwines well-being and lifestyle.
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CEFALU, SICILY-LAST OF THE SUMMER WARMTH.
A WEEK IN PARADISE. Cefalù is pronounced chef-a-loo, with the stress on the accented last syllable. Last October, due to my husband’s reluctance and refusal to let the summer go as the cool Umbrian winds ushered in the autumn and the temperature hovered around 16 degrees, we found ourselves unexpectedly hoping for a flight bound for Cefalù, a small, beautiful seaside town about an hour from Palermo. The 45-minute flight was quick and painless from Perugia airport (PEG) and before the cabin crew even had a chance to sell their lottery tickets, we were on the ground in Palermo (PMO), where the temperature was a balmy 32 degrees. As we…
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SBS-ONCE UPON A TIME IN AUSTRALIA.
This fascinating radio/podcast series is dedicated to the rediscovery of characters from the Italian-Australian community of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. This episode features my uncle Joe (Giuseppe Cossari) and the story of my family's journey to Australia.
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CYPRUS-BIRTHPLACE OF APHRODITE.
Cyprus definitely rewards those with a sense of wanderlust. So ready yourselves as I expose all the delights this Mediterranean paradise has to offer.
