No one knows for sure how byssus, a natural fibre produced by a mollusc threatened with extinction, reached Sant’Antioco in Sardinia, where it is used to create stunning embroidery.
12/09/2022
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Iberia Destinations
The Community of Madrid has the most protected space on the Iberian Peninsula: 15 per cent of the entire region. Peñalara, in the Guadarrama mountain range, is the region’s highest peak. It rises 2,428m above sea level.
12/09/2022
Rich traditions faithfully preserved, architecture that runs from ancient buildings in the medinas to monumental temples and Art Deco gems, unrivalled gastronomy, more than 3,500km of coastline and dreamy landscapes taking in the desert, deep valleys and Atlas Mountains.
12/09/2022
From its northern Adriatic Sea coasts to its southern islands in the Mediterranean, la bell'Italia offers a wide menu of beaches, from full-bells-and-whistles strands to castaway coves. And here...
19/08/2022
“The City by the Bay” is the USA's fifth most popular city for visitors for very good reason: a wealth of rich and colourful sights, sounds, and experiences based in its neighbourhoods - and here are four prime examples
12/08/2022
Central America's most populous country, with 18.6 million people, Guatemala is absolutely packed with culture, adventure, eco wonders, and beaches. And here are three of its most alluring allures:...
14/07/2022
Argentina's capital is a very cosmopolitan city, full of hustle and bustle day and night as well as plenty of cool stuff to keep visitors busy, including its parks,...
07/07/2022
Costa Rica is known for its beaches, adventure/active tourism, ecotourism, and as a great place to put down roots in retirement or before.
01/07/2022
A trip to Puerto Rico could be one of the most enriching experiences of your life, because this is an island steeped in history, culture, nature, and much more....
30/06/2022
Puerto Rican cuisine can be both plain and fancy, but it's always mouthwatering!
23/06/2022
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