3 Random Photos

img_3668 img_0379 Piazza Garibaldi and Via Vittorio Veneto, Loreto Aprutino

Francavilla al Mare – almost where it all began

Strictly speaking it didn’t begin in Abruzzo at all. And, being perfectly honest, I didn’t start the ball rolling.

I have to give credit to P who did the research and got us to Abruzzo in the first place.

We weren’t typical holiday makers as we were hoping to explore the region and see if [...]

Helicopters, Wasps and Bees.

Corradino D’Ascanio has certainly left his mark on the culture and psyche of Italy. Born in Popoli, in the Pescara province of Abruzzo, he is responsible for two very common sights throughout Italy, the Vespa and the Ape!

Most people are familiar with the Vespa; the scooter manufactured by Piaggio. Corradino D’Ascanio designed it and [...]

Abruzzo Buses and Ferries Transport Update

I’ve updated the About Abruzzo Transport page to include more bus and ferry details.

The main change relating to buses is the inclusion of a section on buses to and from Rome. Some of these are operated by private companies e.g. Prontobus (thanks CKC) and Rosato. I haven’t used either of these companies but friends of mine [...]