Back to Valloria, the Village of Painted Doors
One Excursion to Valloria Wasn't Nearly Enough. I thought I'd done a fairly thorough job of seeing Valloria when I took a long leisurely stroll [...]
Valloria, The Stunning Village of Painted Doors
Prepare to be blown away by this "open-air museum." That's how many people refer to the tiny village of Valloria, Liguria. And what's crazy [...]
My Up-Close Experience with Making Farinata di Ceci
Farinata di Ceci is a revered culinary treasure in Liguria. This savory dish is made from a batter of chickpea flour, water, and olive [...]
Introducing Appartamento Federica!
Tempt yourself with a lovely Italian vacation in Liguria! Appartamento Federica is the latest addition to the Imperia Escapes family (our sister site). Located [...]
Unveiling Appartamento Vittoria!
Our newest vacation apartment is finished and ready for guests!We’ve completed the finishing touches and welcomed our first guests to the elegant Appartamento Vittoria in [...]
EVERYTHING Grows in Italy’s Riviera dei Fiori
It's a well-earned named.Flowers, fruits, and vegetables grow like gangbusters in this westernmost stretch of the Ligurian coast called the Riviera dei Fiori. Now, I [...]
Italian Warmth Abounds at MP2 in Imperia
Relationships in Italy can flower beautifully.When they do, you’ll be thanking yourself for having Italy your new home and for doing the work (which includes [...]
Appartamento Marianna—Italian Elegance and Tranquility
If you love Italy and if you love the seaside...Then you'll love Appartamento Marianna located in Imperia on the sunny coast of Liguria known as [...]
Seeking Light in a Period of Darkness
The world seems like it has gone mad. For me, despair comes when I enter circular thinking in an attempt to figure out two [...]