1KShares 0 0 1K 0 In an age where technology is at the forefront and human interactions are cut down by the day, making us less human, less connected, and less alive, Matera’s sassi are a symbol and representation of the opposite. That which we’ve lost and are losing: human life that enriches humanity. Once […]
0Shares 0 0 0 0 Souvenirs from Matera are more than just a small, inexpensive memento of a trip to a fairytale-like village. The craftsmanship behind the souvenirs are the last remaining fragments of Matera’s UNESCO recognized contadino traditions and artisanal knowledge. If you walk around Matera and see vendors selling small Matera shaped souvenirs, […]
64Shares 0 0 64 0 Rushing to find a place that guarantees you a COVID-19 PCR test result in less than 72 hours in NYC? Need a result in 24-48 hours? Don’t panic. Pat and I researched for days, so you don’t have to, and found 4 reliable places. Here’s where to go in or […]
1KShares 0 0 1K 0 The term luxury is redefined at the cave hotel Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita located in the Sassi area of Matera. This albergo diffuso, or dispersed hotel, brings to life the history, atmosphere, life, and soul of i sassi recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. When you think of […]
307Shares 0 0 307 0 Don’t fall prey to tourist traps. When it comes to where to eat in Matera, go with this local recommendation. At La Lopa, you can taste traditional specialties and food in a unique setting unlike any other. As we headed out to explore Matera, we asked Marienza, the local staff […]
59Shares 0 0 59 0 I traveled to St. Barth during COVID-19. Here’s what it was like traveling on planes, ferries, taxis and commuter jets–and no, it wasn’t scary–unless the terrifying ferry ride to St. Barths that has nothing to do with COVID counts. I honestly wasn’t planning on writing an article about my experience […]