Piotr Strugała

The extremely attractive Italian region of Emilia-Romagna stretches from the Adriatic Sea to the borders of Liguria and Piedmont. It was created by combining two areas: western Emilia and eastern Romagna. We will find there delicious cuisine, picturesque landscape, clean beaches, and above all, numerous historic cities, such as Ravenna. Emilia-Romagna is an extraordinary region where tourists will find many different attractions, without a doubt, the unique cuisine and its delicacies belong to them. The most famous of them is the unique Parma ham , prepared for a minimum of 24 months. Emilia-Romagna is also the largest producer of walnuts from which the Nocino liqueur is made. Lambrusco sparkling wine and balsamic vinegar are also produced there. Many people are attracted to Emilia-Romagna by beautiful towns , led by Bologna. Ravenna is also worth seeing.

Ravenna - the capital of the mosaic

Istria is the largest Adriatic peninsula, located in the northwest of Croatia. This region is very popular with tourists. They are attracted by the Mediterranean climate, sandy beaches and picturesque towns. Istria is also a land famous for truffles and fine wine. The Istrian peninsula is beautifully landscaped with olive groves, vineyards, azure coast and pine forests. To this should be added romantic towns that tell an extremely rich history of the region, dating back to the Roman Empire. Istria is a place where we can taste exquisite wine and try a rare and most expensive delicacy in the world - truffles .

Istria - the land of truffles and wine

Łeba is a very picturesque town on the Baltic Sea. It owes its popularity to the remarkable location between the Łebsko and Sarbsko Lakes, at the mouth of the Łeba River to the Baltic Sea. Additionally, the town is surrounded on each side by the forests of the Słowiński National Park and the Spit Sarbska Reserve. This location gives Łeba a specific microclimate and is considered one of the cleanest coastal cities. Łeba is a town with a long history. The first notes about the settlement come from 1282, and in 1357 Łeba received city rights. Currently, it is a well-known and popular tourist center, which has a modern and extensive hotel and catering base . In 1998, Łeba proclaimed itself a principality , thanks to which it has its prince, a passport and a coin.

Łeba - a tourist pearl at the Polish seaside

The Tuscan coast is over 320 km long. Its northern section is Versilia - it consists of long, sandy beaches. The other part of the Ligurian Sea is occupied by the Etruscan Riviera. This place is located between three towns - Livorno, Cecina and Piombino. This stretch of coast is characterized by charming coves, volcanic rocks and archaeological sites that remember the Etruscan times. The Riviera degli Etruschi, or Etruscan Riviera, is famous for its natural wealth and numerous architectural remains. The so-called The Wine Route that starts in Rosignano Marittimo and ends in Piombino. This part of Tuscany is famous for its local wines (eg Cabernet Sassicaia, Ornellaia), pebble beaches and numerous bicycle routes. When traveling through this area of Italy, spend some time exploring the picturesque coastal towns of Livorno, Cecina and Piombino.

Etruscan Riviera - an amazing corner of Tuscany

Istria is a picturesque Croatian peninsula which, due to its unusual location, climate and landscape, is also known as a green oasis or Green Tuscany. This peninsula is very popular and frequented by tourists from all over the world. They are attracted there not only by sunny weather, but also by the taste of truffles, the view of olive groves and vineyards, and historic towns such as Rovinj and Pula. Istria is the northernmost peninsula of Croatia, and at the same time it is also the largest - its area is 3,160 km. The peninsula is divided into White Istria (very rocky and rocky), Green Istria (numerous vineyards, olive groves) and Red Istria (characteristic rusty-red soil). On the peninsula you will find rocky and gravel beaches with a gentle descent to the sea . One of the most famous naturist beaches is also located in Istria. The peninsula is appreciated for its mild Mediterranean climate, but it's also worth visiting its picturesque and historic towns.

Istria - Croatian Green Tuscany

Baden-Württemberg belongs to one of the sixteen federal states of Germany. It is a sunny region, dominated by medieval castles and the untouched, unspoiled nature of the Black Forest and Lake Constance. In this natural landscape, the best red grapes ripen to produce one of the tastiest German wines. The capital of this beautiful state is Stuttgart. Baden-Württemberg is famous e.g. thanks to the cuckoo clock, Boss suits and Black Forest ham . However, the land is also known for its vast vineyards and excellent grape varieties , the most popular of which has been the Trollinger for many years. Baden-Württemberg ranks fourth among Germany's largest wine regions and is also the only one that produces more red than white wine.

In the land of wine and sausages

Krk is the largest island in Croatia. In ancient times it was called the Golden Island. It is surrounded by the blue waters of the Adriatic Sea, which, combined with the varied coastline and mild Mediterranean climate, creates an attractive place to rest. The Golden Island also has picturesque, historic towns such as Njivice or Krk, which carry the same name as the island. The island of Krk is situated in the northern part of the Kvarner Bay. Its area is 409.9 km2. The island is characterized by a mild climate and rich vegetation - there are nearly 1,400 species of plants there. The northern and southern parts of Krk abound in rock terraces and pastures, while the central and western parts are mainly arable fields, olive groves and vineyards. The largest administrative center of the island, as well as its political and economic center, is the city of Krk . Along the Adriatic coast line you will find many attractive port and tourist towns , such as Njivice.

Krk - a trip to the Golden Island

The Black Forest, or "Black Forest", is a mountain range in southwestern Germany. The youngest National Park among our western neighbors has been separated from its part. It was created in 2014 to protect the local wildlife, mainly coniferous and deciduous forests as well as mountain meadows and peat bogs. The picturesque Black Forest is also famous for its numerous health resorts, such as Baden-Baden and Badenweiler. The Black Forest is a granite mountain range stretching over a length of 160 km. Its highest peaks are Hornisgrinde (1,164 m) and Feldberg (1,493 m) with a weather station built in 1937. The mountain range borders in the west with France, in the south - with Switzerland, in the east - with Jura Swabia and the enormous Lake Baden, in the north - with Kraichgau. The Black Forest is famous primarily for its numerous spas . Patients and tourists appreciate the healing climate of the region, its clean air and dense fir forests.

The charms of the Black Forest

Sardinia is a beautiful and full of secrets Italian island, the second largest in the Mediterranean (after Sicily). Lovers of water sports, sightseeing, as well as people looking for relaxation come there willingly. Sardinia is an emerald sea and over 1,800 km of varied coast, rich in sandy beaches, rugged rocks and unusual coves. This island also attracts with mysterious places where you can see the remains of the Nuragic civilization. Sardinia is a place loved by movie stars. They have their residences there, among others Julia Roberts, Leonardo DiCaprio and Mariah Carey. The island's capital is Cagliari, a town on the slopes of seven hills that gently slope down to the Golfo degli Angeli (Bay of Angels). One of the most picturesque places in Sardinia is the Emerald Coast , distinguished by the unusual color of the sea. There are many historic and charming towns along the coast, incl. Cannigione.

Secrets of Sardinia

Aquitaine is a picturesque region of France stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pyrenees. It is famous for its exquisite wine, tasty cuisine and the evergreen Vézère valley, full of prehistoric discoveries and amazing caves. Bordeaux in Aquitaine is the world's largest wine-growing area, and Eyzies-de-Tayac and the Grotto of Lascaux are UNESCO World Heritage sites. These attractions already encourage you to go there. Aquitaine is famous for its high-quality wine . The first vines were grown there in antiquity, first only in the Mediterranean region, but later the vineyards spread throughout France. The oldest, legendary wines come from Bordeaux . Near this city there are as many as 100 thousand. hectares of vineyards, including such popular grape varieties as Médoc, St-Émilion and Sauternes .

The evergreen Vézère valley

Lake Garda is located in the north-eastern part of Italy. This place is loved by tourists from all over the world. Lush vegetation, vineyards and majestic mountain peaks dominate this famous body of water. There are also many picturesque, often historic towns with intimate, but often excellent restaurants and bars. It is in such places that we have the opportunity to discover the amazing flavors of local cuisine. Lago di Garda is an extraordinary place. It is not only the most beautiful, but also the largest and cleanest lake in Italy . Lovers of water sports, sunbathing and fishing eagerly come there. The southern part of the lake has a more Mediterranean climate than the northern one and is full of thermal springs. On the other hand, the northern shore of Lake Garda is shrouded in mountain peaks, which is why the wind blows there more often, and this is favorable, among others, for practicing windsurfing.

Lake Garda from the kitchen

Garda, the largest and cleanest lake in Italy, lies halfway between Venice and Milan in the Veneto region, at the foot of the Adamello and Trentino Alps. There are many picturesque resorts around this amazing body of water, and at the same time eagerly visited by tourists. One of them is Lazise. Lake Garda is a place where holidaymakers from all corners of Europe gladly return. The climate is mild and the area is lush with Mediterranean vegetation . There are many historic towns near the lake, where you can relax, not only visiting buildings from many centuries ago, but also sunbathing on clean beaches, practicing water sports or using thermal springs. The northeastern part of the lake, where the town of Lazise is located, is mountainous and windy, so windsurfing enthusiasts are eager to relax in this area.