Art At Your Fingertips
The girl asked for my consent and tied a black blindfold over my eyes. The visual world disappeared. Instantly, I felt alert and vulnerable. Rather …
The Sun Is Out Or The Perception of Hot and Cold Weather Across Europe
For over a week now the sun has been blasting Vicenza with its most powerful early spring rays. All through the day the temperature is …
Exploring Vicenza: Zigzagging Through the Countryside
Today I want to take you on a drive around the beautiful countryside which surrounds Vicenza. For a number of days now the weather has …
At The Market
Twice a week Vicenza’s main square plays host to the town market. On Tuesdays the colourful stalls are contained within the centuries-old Piazza dei Signori. …
50 Things I love About Italy – Second Half
Here is the second half of my list of 50 things I love about Italy. It is based on the discoveries and adventures I have …
50 Things I Love About Italy – First Half
It’s been six months since I moved from England to Italy. Time flies! Many things have happened over the past half year. Some of them …
Walking Around Padua – A Day of Slow Exploration
Yes, Padua is less than 30 km away from Vicenza. It still took us almost six months to pile in our little red car and …
Door Knockers or the Aesthetics of Living Abroad
It’s funny how after six months of calling a place a home, things that initially would amaze you and inspire you become normal and expected. …
È Carnevale
My heart used to belong to the Carnival in Venice. This all changed after spending a wild day in Verona! We are nearing the end …
Exploring Vicenza: The Civic Art Gallery of Palazzo Chiericati
Today I’d like to take you to Palazzo Chiericati. This Renaissance gem stands right at the beginning of Vicenza’s main street – the elegant Corso …
