Hot Ride Through Chianti — Bicycling on the Via Francigena in July
Earlier this month, after weeks of scorching temperatures in the city, I decided I needed an escape to the countryside. I didn’t have a full weekend, but I was motivated to ride through Chianti on the Via Francigena. I wanted a ride that was approachable; a ride that was cheap, simple and rewarding. On Sunday, […]
Italian sustainable development: the Gargano project
Tourism is an opportunity of sustainable development for local economy such as farming and craftsmanship, for improvement for districts and landscapes, for ancient sites’ rehabilitation at the cost of state of neglect, for ancient districts and mountain little lands and enhancement of traditions. Italy is known as a big cultural country given that 4.500 cultural […]
sustainable tourism in Italy
Italy is characterized a lot of local beauties such as art and nature. But do tourists pursue both equally? Unfortunately, there’s a clear favorite: while art and architecture draw waves of tourists to historic centers, Italy’s natural treasures are still enjoyed by only a small number of travelers. So, I’m here to focus on Italian sustainable […]
How to design a Tourism Questionnaire for Sustainable tourism
How to design a Tourism Questionnaire for Sustainable tourism During my work experience at the Mountain Community of Lario and Ceresio valleys, I had to set up & deliver a survey to understand the importance of sustainability in tourism on the northern side of Lake Como. I am happy to share this work on sustainable […]
Ecomuseum introduction
Ecomuseum introduction Eco- Musei / eco-museum Eco-museums originated in France, the concept being developed by George Henri Rivière and Hugue de Varine, who coined the term ‘ecomusée’ in 1971. The word “éco” is a shortened form of “écologie”, but it refers mainly to a new idea of the holistic interpretation of cultural heritage, in opposition […]