Tag: slowtravel
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Rorschach – The Coolcation Gem You Didn’t Know You Needed
Let’s be honest. When people think of Swiss summer destinations, Rorschach is not exactly top of mind. Which is precisely why it’s perfect. No crowds. No stress. No overpriced gelato. Just an elegant little lakeside town on the southern shores of Lake Constance, where Switzerland…
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Lunch Like a Local – Osteria Cyrano, Lugano
Off the beaten path and into culinary heaven! Lunch at Osteria Cyrano in Lugano felt like a Ticino summer dream – shady terrace, warm hospitality, and unforgettable Vitello Tonnato by Chef René Nagy.
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Ascona – Curves, Charm & a Hint of Home
We made it! 🚗💨 After a winding journey, Les Grumpies have arrived in Ascona — rewarded by lakeside glamour, gnocchi, and dolce far niente. And with Piero’s roots in Bellinzona, we’re officially locals. 😉
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Ocean Blue: Why Water Needs Our Attention Now
We’re made of it. We swim in it. We drink it. But do we truly protect it? Let’s talk about water – the lifeline of our planet and why our oceans and lakes need us more than ever. Tap the link in bio for eye-opening…
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Grasse Notes – Where Scents Make Sense
Follow your nose… and you’ll end up in Grasse! A town where flowers have CVs, perfumes have legacies, and you’ll never smell the same again. Coming soon on the blog: my fragrant adventures in the world’s perfume capital!
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Valbonne – Where Time Strolls, Not Marches
Valbonne: where monks built the grid, and artists, bakers, and dreamers moved in. Golden stones, crooked shutters, and that perfect kind of quiet that hums with history. This little town doesn’t scream for attention—it whispers secrets from 1519. #LesGrumpiesOnTour #Valbonne #ProvenceWithSoul #HistoryInStyle #SlowTravelMagic
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Coqui Coqui Mesón de Malleville – A Home Away from Home in Valladolid
One of the most magical aspects of Coqui Coqui is the way it weaves fragrance into the experience. The hotel is home to its own perfumery, where the air is filled with hints of coconut, tobacco, vanilla, and florals that transport you to another time.…
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The Hidden History of Valladolid’s Maya Homes
So next time you explore Valladolid, look beyond the Instagram-perfect plazas and colourful walls. Find the quiet corners, the untold stories, the places where time moves differently. Because often, it’s in the most unassuming places that history truly comes alive.
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Cancún: More Than Just Beaches & Margaritas
Cancún is full of surprises, from Mayan mysteries to the world’s second-largest coral reef! Wanna know why it’s always 5 o’clock somewhere in this tropical paradise? 🍹🌊
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Pernes-les-Fontaines: A Hidden Gem in Provence
Nestled in the heart of Provence, Pernes-les-Fontaines is a charming and quintessentially French village that feels like stepping back in time. Known as the “Town of Fountains,” Pernes is adorned with no fewer than 41 unique fountains scattered throughout its cobblestone streets and hidden squares.…
