My dear friend and professional photographer, Nicole O’Neil, will be returning to her beloved Cinque Terre the last week of August and the first two weeks of September 2019 (I’ve actually blogged about her in the past). For travelers as well as fellow shutterbugs, Nicole has two unique and highly sought after opportunities on offer … Continue reading Cinque Terre photography retreat + photo sessions: August/September 2019
This month there’s just one guided hike on the calendar for the national park’s Cinque Terre Walking Park: If you’re planning to be in the Cinque Terre on April 20th this is a great opportunity to visit a vineyard and meet with local winemaker, Heydi Bonanini. Starting in May things will pick up with Cinque … Continue reading Cinque Terre guided hike: Easter edition
In late October 2018, an especially forceful storm passed through Liguria (the region in which the Cinque Terre villages are located). Luckily for us, the five villages had minimal damage but just up the coast from us Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure weren’t so lucky. The damage in the two seaside locales was quite extensive … Continue reading 5 months post-storm, the SP-227 road between Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino has reopened
On March 30th the Consorzio Marittimo Turistico 5Terre Golfo dei Poeti will kick off the 2019 touristic season with the first ferry schedules of the year. These schedules will be valid from March 30th to April 19th, 2019. Starting on April 20th these schedules will be replaced with others offering even more options (as soon … Continue reading 2019 Cinque Terre, Portovenere, Levanto, La Spezia and Lerici ferry schedules
It amazes me how technology has made our lives (and traveling!) so much easier. Now that we can use our mobile phones and access data just about anywhere in the world, unlimited information is at our fingertips. If you’re planning to come to Italy with your smartphone in hand, here are three apps you’ll want … Continue reading Three free apps to download before coming to Italy
Planning to visit the Cinque Terre this February? The national park offers two dates for guided hikes: The guided hikes in February are free if you have the Cinque Terre Card or €5 if you don’t. You’ll need to wear proper footwear like trainers with decent tread or trekking boots or shoes. Keep in mind … Continue reading Cinque Terre guided hikes: February 2019
December is decidedly off-season in the Cinque Terre, but catch some nice weather and you’re in for a treat! Nearly empty streets (with the exception of locals and the rare tour group) allow visitors to appreciate the true beauty of the Cinque Terre. Visiting the Cinque Terre in the off-season isn’t for everyone; if you’re … Continue reading What to do in the Cinque Terre this December
