 | ||
 | | |
 | ||
| | |
The Hidden Waterfalls of Sarnano, Le Marche
1 January 2024. A illustrated and mapped walk describing some of the hidden waterfalls near Sarnano, Le Marche, all of which are within walking distance of the centre of the town and include the "Cascata dell'Antico Mulina”, Cascata "de lu Vagnatò”, "Cascatelle di Sarnano” and the "Cascatella del Pellegrino".
Sarnano waterfall pictures and maps
1 January 2024. A series of pictures, information boards and maps showing trails between four hidden waterfalls in the vicinity of Sarnano, Le Marche, including a picture of a white road or "strada bianca".
By car from northern Europe to Italy part 2
2 January 2023. Driving from France's Grand Est/Alsace via the Gotthard pass to northern Italy versus the more leisurely and slightly cheaper route via the German Black Forest, Austria's western Tirol and the free Passo Resia - pros and cons.
Petrol and diesel price comparison in Italy and San Marino
2 October 2022. Updated prices with the headline news that Belgium and Italy petrol prices are close to those of Luxembourg and Belgian diesel prices are very competitive too.
By train from the UK to central Italy
1 December 2019.A description of a two-day overland rail journey between the UK and Ancona, central Italy, using Eurostar, the Thello sleeper train from Paris, and a Frecciarossa train from Milan.
By train from central Italy to the UK with an overnight stay in Milan
1 December 2019. A detailed account of a two-day rail journey from Ancona, central Italy, to the UK, using an InterCity to Milano with an overnight stay there, followed by a Swiss/Italian EuroCity service to Lausanne, a TGV to Paris and an Eurostar to London.
29 July 2019. Update on fuel prices in a range of European countries, prices valid late July 2019.
22 January 2018. A brief update on life following the earthquake of 24 August 2016, plus further quakes in October 2016 and January 2017.
Ancona airport and train and bus information.
14 January 2017. How to get to or from Ancona airport/Aeroporto delle March, using train or bus.
11 April 2016. Updated petrol and diesel prices in Italy, Austria, Germany, Luxembourg, Britain, Belgium and France.
Italy by car travelling from northern Europe
13 March 2016. Some suggested driving routes from northern Europe to Italy, via the Frejus or Mont Blanc tunnels, or taking the slower and cheaper route via Germany and Austria.
Petrol and diesel prices in Italy, Austria, Germany, France and the UK
3 September 2015. Updated prices valid late August 2015.
Passo Rombo; driving and traversing this Alpine crossing
16 December 2013. Some advice and tips on taking this alpine crossing between Austria and Italy.
Short guide to Merano, Trentino
8 September 2013. Although it is situated in the popular northern Italian area, Merano, nestling amongst the foothills of the Italian Dolomites, is not particularly well known by non-Italians. This three-page illustrated guide gives advice about attractions, driving the high mountain passes, and public transport in the region.
Basilica of San Nicola, Tolentino
2 October 2012. Information about the Basilica of San Nicola, Tolentino, showing a detail of the ornate ceiling, and providing listings of the various exhibitions on offer.
Sagra: A beginner's guide to festivals in Italy
4 Sept 2012. A beginner's guide to summer festivals in Italy, particularly those organized by local communities in the countryside.
Petrol and diesel price comparison in Italy and San Marino
15 April 2012. Updated prices from the UK, Italy and San Marino; there is currently little difference between Italy and San Marino.
Petrol and diesel price comparison in Italy and San Marino
6 September 2011. Updated prices including Luxembourg (cheapest petrol) and Austria (cheapest diesel).
Sarnano to Sassotetto and Maddalena snow bus shuttle
13 March 2011. Details of the winter snow bus shuttle from Sarnano to Sassotetto and Maddalena, along with a rough translation.
Introduction to skiiing in the Italian Appenines, Sarnano, Le Marche
12 March 2011. Skiiing in the Italian Appenines, Sarnano, Le Marche, a blog written for beginners to skiing.
Skiing in La Maddalena, Sibilllini Mountains, Italy
12 March 2011. A beginner's guide to skiing in La Maddalena, Sibilllini Mountains, Italy, providing details of how and where to go, as well as 2011 prices.
Sarnano and skiing, hotels, access and prices
12 March 2011. A brief guide wih information about Sarnano skiing, hotels, access and prices.
Ski lifts at La Maddalena, Sassotetto, Le Marche, Italy
12 March 2011. Picture of the Ski lifts at La Maddalena, Sassotetto, Le Marche, Italy.