Jenniferavventura

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• Weekly Photo Challenge: Juxtaposition

  

  “There is something perfect to be found in the imperfect: the law keeps balance through the juxtaposition of beauty, which gains perfection through nurtured... Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Travel Theme: Wood in Sardinia

  

  “In the middle of the journey of our life I came to myself within a dark wood where the straight way was lost.” Dante Alighieri I certainly lost myself in this... Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Travel Theme: Silver

  

  Hand-crafted silver bladed knives, in every size from the heart of Sardinia – Mamoiada. Upon further investigation I have found that Opinel knives originate fro... Read more

  Posted on 21 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• My Secret Love Affair with Sardinia’s Red Wines

  

  I’m not going to lie. I love Cannonau so much that it runs through my veins like blood. Heck, even Dr. Oz spoke about the health benefits of the Cannonau variet... Read more

  Posted on 17 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• My Secret Love Affair with Sardinia’s Cannonau

  

  I’m not going to lie. I love Cannonau so much that it runs through my veins like blood. Heck, even Dr. Oz spoke about the health benefits of the Cannonau variet... Read more

  Posted on 17 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Learning Italian: At the Local Doctor’s Office

  

  The last three months of 2013 were absolute hell for me, I’m glad 2014 is here and I’m keeping my fingers crossed for a healthy new year. Read more

  Posted on 13 January 2014 EXPAT, HEALTH, TRAVEL

• Travel Theme: Illuminated in Sardinia

  

  Okay, so my version of illuminated is probably the polar opposite of your illuminated with bright lights and bright skies, but let me explain: I’ve wanted to... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Chemtrails in Sardinia’s Blue Crossed Sky

  

  Several bloggers from around the world have documented their skies and questioned themselves on the same thing I find myself questioning – chemical trails or... Read more

  Posted on 10 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Spring Weather in January?

  

  Only in Sardinia … This week has been exceptionally beautiful with temps reaching 20 degrees; perfect for beach hikes! How’s the weather in your neck of the... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Travel Theme: Possibility

  

  “You and I are essentially infinite choice-makers. In every moment of our existence, we are in that field of all possibilities where we have access to an... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Cost of Living 2013 – Sardinia, Italy

  

  Back by popular demand and another year older … the 2013 Cost of Living Report on Sardinia, Italy. Covering everyday items from tampons to fresh pecorino cheese. Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2014 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Sardinia’s Blue Flag Beaches 2013

  

  As winter closes in around us, it’s good to keep in mind our next summer vacation destination, and here are seven reasons to make Sardinia, Italy your holiday... Read more

  Posted on 25 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• The Setting Sun on Winter Solstice 2013 – Sardinia, Italy

  

  The winter solstice setting sun 21/12/2013. It’s official winter has arrived and depending on where you live the weather will be dramatically different from... Read more

  Posted on 22 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Expat Speaks: The Italian Postal System

  

  At the beginning of September I was commissioned by a book publisher from England to write a detailed 38 hotel listing for Sardinia, Italy. Read more

  Posted on 21 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Learning Italian: The Ancient Italian Coffee Machine and an Expat Accident

  

  It was a dark and cold morning much like every morning during winter in December. Lazily I slung my legs out of bed, wrapped la sciarpa around my neck, slipped... Read more

  Posted on 19 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• A Still Angel Captured in the Sardinian Sky

  

  A spectacular still moment captured forever. A guardian angel light as a feather, watches over the islanders … silently from heaven. Read more

  Posted on 14 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Top 10 Reasons to Make Sardinia a Year-round Travel Destination

  

  10. Sardinia’s summer season runs from April – October. 9. The sun shines on average 300 days a year! 8. With 1800km of rugged, emerald coastline you won’t... Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Weekly Photo Challenge: Grand Masks from Sardinia

  

  This is a stunning monument at Ottana, Sardinia. The mask on the left represents the typical mask worn at carnival from the rural mountain town of Ottana. Boes ... Read more

  Posted on 08 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Travel Theme: Symbol from Sardinia

  

  Sardinia has a beautiful overabundance of symbols dotted throughout the island. There remains very little written data on the history of symbolism in Sardinia; ... Read more

  Posted on 07 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL

• Learning Italian: Studying for the Italian Driving Permit

  

  Driving in Italy is not for the faint of heart. The curves, the speed, the mountains, the goats, cows, dogs and kids, and the dreaded stick shift. Read more

  Posted on 03 December 2013 DESTINATIONS, EXPAT, TRAVEL