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The postural patch that uses light as therapy

We refer to a small nanotechnology device that combines, light therapy and acupuncture. It contains nanocrystals that convert heat from the body into light. This light is sent into specific acupuncture points on the body, which helps it “remember” how to naturally communicate with the rest of the body. This leads to lots of health […]

Town Markets in and around Vicenza

In Italy there are three main types of “Open Market”: Mercato settimanale or mercato rionale: Town Market. Mercato degli agricoltori or mercato dei contadini or again mercato di campagna amica: Farmers Market Mercatino dell’antiquariato: Antique Market This post focuses on the mercati settimanali weekly town markets. “Trade” in public areas has been a living and […]

Christmas Gifts Ideas around Vicenza

Christmas is upon us! Consider using (and supporting) local businesses / stores for your gifts! Below is a list of gift ideas and the various local businesses (partners of us) where you can buy / book them: LAVENDER BEAUTY PRODUCTS SKY/SNOWBOARD EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING BEST ITALIAN JEWELRY UNIQUE ITALIAN VINTAGE ITEMS EYEGLASSES & SUNGLASSES ROMANTIC […]

Anelli delle Anguane – “Rings of Anguane” Via Ferrata Alpine Rocky Park

The Rings of the Anguane are not only a via Ferrata, but a network of hiking trails and Ferratas, created in San Pietro, a small village located in the upper Astico Valley – Valle dell’Astico (Vicenza). This work completes the Alpine Park that the upper valley can offer to mountain lovers, both for excursions and […]

“Adopt a Terrace” Project in Valstagna – Brenta River Valley (VI)

The existence and importance of the terrazzamenti terracing (or dry walls) in Italy is attested ever since the Neolithic Age and is well documented from the Middle Ages onward. Contour terraces and regular terraces remained in use until the second postwar period, because sharecropper contracts guaranteed their constant maintenance. Terraces were thus a regular feature […]

NATO Fuel Card – Eni Agip gas Stations in Vicenza

Starting January 2019, the NATO Forces Fuel Coupons have been switched to the NATO Forces Fuel Card. There are no gas stations on military installations in Italy. Fuel/oil purchased with the NATO Forces Fuel Card exclude Italian taxes. NATO Forces Fuel Cards are accepted at only two Italian gas chains, AGIP and ENI. Cards are not valid outside of Italy. To follow a file .zip with a list of authorized Eni […]

Residence Cà Beregana – An Authentic Italian Experience in the Veneto’s Green Heart

The sun is shining high above the Northern Italian region of Veneto. It’s hot and all I have eyes for is the blue swimming pool sparkling right in front of me. “Come,” it says, “take a dip. The water is lovely!” And so too is the scenery. Right behind the pool stands a carefully restored early […]

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