Roxy Walters

HOW ABOUT VISITING MYKONOS THIS SUMMER?

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Mykonos is one of the most famous Greek islands worldwide. What? You’ve never heard of it? You must be kidding! However, you don’t have to worry because I’m here to provide you with all the required information and to talk you into paying a visit to this extraordinary island of the Aegean Sea in the next few weeks. Starting off, this place is known to celebrities globally and there are really important reasons for it and we are going to refer to them below. Most of you might be thinking that it would be an excellent idea to visit this earthly paradise during off-season as it would be easier to book a place to spend the nights and that the clubs and the restaurants will be less crowded. But-take my word-you will regret it as the best season to explore this beauty is during summer months.

BEACHES AND CLUBS

Mykonos boasts some of the greatest beaches you could possibly imagine. “Super Paradise”, “Agrari” and “Platys Gialos” are just some of them and only if you visit them and swim in their crystal-clear waters will you get to my point. You aren’t the swimmer kind of guy? Stay cool-neither am I! That’s why there are dozens of sun loungers in every shore for you to relax while having your beverage and reading your favorite book in the shade. Please, don’t forget your sunglasses and sunscreen though since Greek sun is really hazardous at this time of year and precautions are absolutely vital.

Greek islands, like Mykonos, are rather popular with the youth and celebrities for their clubs. In fact, there are two sorts of them: the usual ones as all around the world and the beach ones. The former don’t need to be advertised as they are pretty known and more or less all of us have been to such a place at least once in our lives. But some guests are not very familiar to the latter. Thus, let me tell you a bit about them. Beach clubs are found only in coastal areas and they do not offer just drinks and snacks. Apart from the expected stuff, special events like weddings, concerts and Dj parties are organized almost on a daily basis and mirth goes on like forever! Music plays really loud unstoppably, day and night, and customers cheer while enjoying their drink or just sunbathing nearby.

RENT A VILLA IN MYKONOS IN ADVANCE

Mykonos villas are said to be of the highest quality and can provide you with unforgettable experiences. To begin with, you can organize in coordination with the owners of the villas your or your best friend’s wedding as you’ve dreamt of it or even better. There are wedding specialists in most Mykonos villas to make this day of your life the most memorable of all! The cost per person for such an exciting event is only 80€/person and it includes both the ceremony and the party to follow. Believe me such postcard-like moments worth every cent you’ll spend or more. Now, if you are the type of person who loves cruising across the seas and being on board is a dream coming true then you should look no further. Just go ahead and book now your own luxurious yacht to spend some hours and why not days in the Aegean Sea letting the air refresh your spirit and regenerate you and your fellow crew members. Prices start from 350€ an individual. And here comes the most fabulous news you had ever expected to hear (or read)..You can book a helicopter flight (!) to take a look of Mykonos just like a bird would. It is for sure that you won’t want to get off the board in the end.  The owners of the mansions will be more than happy to serve you anytime via phone or email or chat.

For more info please visit https://www.clubzak.com/

5 Romantic African Getaway Ideas

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Africa is an absolute haven for romantic getaways; you’re spoilt for choice. From luxury game lodges in South Africa to the island paradise, Quirimbas in Mozambique, romantic bliss is waiting for you.

Pondoro Game Lodge, Greater Kruger, South Africa

Pondoro Game Lodge has the distinction of ‘Most Romantic Hotel’ in the Africa category at the 2016 Haute Grandeur Awards in Abu Dhabi.

The lodge is situated in the Balule Nature Reserve in the Greater Kruger. The unfenced concession allows the wildlife to roam free in their natural habitat, which exudes an inherent romanticism.

Exclusivity and authenticity are the ideals that define Pondoro. There are five suites and three chalets available. Each of them is delightfully decorated – keeping with the authentic wildlife aesthetic – and equipped with a private patio, lounge area; an outdoor shower and a Jacuzzi – complete privacy is guaranteed. The lodge also boasts an overnight treehouse hide overlooking a spot-lit waterhole.

Make sure that you enjoy a luxury game drive together. The expert guide will impart their extensive wildlife knowledge while providing both of you with exclusive game viewing.

Victoria Falls, Livingstone, Zambia

The legendary Victoria Falls, also known as ‘the smoke that thunders’, is one of the most regal and romantic destinations on the planet. There are a plethora of luxury hotels from which to choose, but the Royal Livingstone Hotel is perfect. It’s located close to the falls and offers all the exclusivities you could imagine.

The hotel is approximately 10 minutes from Victoria Falls. For a one-of-a-kind experience, take a dip in Devils Pool, a natural pool right on the edge of the falls, offering sensational views.

Pemba Island, Zanzibar

Zanzibar is located in a region of Tanzania in East Africa. Technically, it’s an archipelago (a cluster of islands) in the Indian Ocean. It’s made up of a plethora of small islands and two large ones named Unguja and Pemba Island.

The underwater room is precisely as it sounds: a triple-level floating utopia located 250 metres off-shore of Tanzania’s Zanzibar archipelago. The bedroom is on the bottom level, which lies underwater; you’re literally immersed in an underwater world and have 360-degree views of shoals of fish. During the night, the room’s spotlights attract other marine life such as octopus. It’s an experience that needs to be cherished.

This is the epitome of privacy – it’s just you and the ocean. It’s a must-have experience for those who want to leave the fast-paced world behind and live in the moment.

Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve, Cederberg, South Africa

Peace, tranquillity and spectacular scenery combined with bespoke, sensational accommodation create a romantic atmosphere that is unmatched.

Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve is located in the Cederberg, an area in the Western Cape, South Africa. It’s an unscathed Karoo-like wilderness where beautiful wildflowers bloom and small animals roam.

Open air suites: Sleep under the stars, literally! The Sky and Star open-air suites are nestled in between incredible rock formations and outcrops. They are located a few kilometres away from the main lodge, so you and your partner have complete privacy to enjoy the magnificent surroundings.

Cave suites: Kagga Kamma is famous for it’s unique ‘Cave Suites’ which have been expertly constructed to blend in with the surrounding sandstone formations; the façade is man-made while the interior wall is natural sandstone. Each suite is furnished and equipped with all amenities to ensure you’re completely comfortable – and don’t forget about the timeless, picturesque views.

Quirimbas Archipelago, Mozambique

The Quirimbas Archipelago consists of a string of 12 major islands and 20 smaller coralline outcrops. The remoteness, sensational sandbar beaches and crystal-clear water provide a romantic beach escape unlike any other.

The truth is that you’re spoilt for choice when deciding on accommodation – every resort has its own character. However, Azura on Quilalea Private Island is world renowned for its combination of privacy and luxury. There are only nine villas on the 86-acre island, which includes four beaches. It’s a real-life paradise.

Yoga Online and Glo From Within

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Yoga is more than just stretching and flexing those muscled. It is finding a balance that controls these three core elements: the mind, body, and soul. Yoga has the capacity to help you relax and fight stress. On top of that, it has the capability of increasing flexibility, improving body tone, and working on muscle strength. All of these elements come together to help you live a better quality of life as you become more coordinated, stable, well-balanced, strong, and with a greater range of motion.

Practicing yoga also boosts your mood, improves your energy, and increases your over all vitality. With this comes the confidence of feeling being in control of your body and health. Thankfully, with the advancements in technology, you do not have to attend a physical class to reap its benefits. There are online yoga classes, like Glo, that help you keep your practice even when your schedule is hectic and you cannot physically make it to a live yoga online class. What are Glo’s benefits:

Offers Various Classes for All Levels

Glo is not just a site but a community of practitioners that come together to practice the art that gives them not just exercise, but also peace. There are many different classes to choose from yoga, pilates, and meditation for various fitness levels. Whether you’re a novice, intermediate, or advance, there is a workout available in their roster of classes to suit your needs.

It’s Much Cheaper

Getting your Glo online subscription is much cheaper than making it to an actual class. On top of that, you save time, energy, and gas because you don’t need to commute going the physical site. Glo also stands back by their products, which is why they offer a free 15 day trial subscription so you can look around to see if the site can meet your needs. Glo understands that money is hard earned, which is why they want you to be familiar with their yoga online interface before you commit to signing up.

More Convenient

Working out with the aid of a yoga online class is so much more convenient than going to the yoga hub. Between dressing up, finding parking, riding the bus or train, and even physically walking to the yoga studio, the time wasted before being actually able to practice yoga is a lot. Laying down your mat at home and then clicking the play button is just so much more convenient.

Access to Amazing Teachers

Yoga online gives you access to a roster of amazing talent from different parts of the globe. If you stick to a physical yoga class, you only have one teacher again and again and again. But yoga online gives you a chance to practice with many various teachers that can give you different tips, insights, and styles of doing yoga. You can take an unlimited number of classes with different yogis to keep you inspired and motivated.

Less Intimidating

Let’s face it, if you are a beginner it can be rather intimidating to walk into a class full of advance experts that just execute the various forms without breaking into a sweat. Yes, it is daunting to be with people who do all the poses and understand all the teacher’s instructions in one go with faltering. Doing a yoga online class takes away this stress because you can fumble all you want in the comforts of your own home, and only you will be the witness.

With Glo’s detailed instructions and teachers that explain well, you’ll be on your mat practicing in proper form in a matter of minutes. The time it takes you to get to the studio and wait for the class to start is the time of your entire Glo routine. Time is a precious gift that must not be wasted so choose to spend it wisely on something that will improve your quality of life. Take that Glo trial offer at no charge to help you glow from within!

Awesome Things To Do In The UK

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Whether you live in the UK or you’re planning to visit this year, you might be wondering just what things to add to your itinerary to make sure you get the best of what the whole region has to offer. Many people don’t realise just how many amazing things there are to see and do in the UK, many of which are just in London alone. We’ve put together this short list for those planning a trip to the UK to make sure you don’t miss some of the most interesting (and unique) things to see and do – whichever part you might travel to!

London

London is arguably the best place to start on any trip to the UK. Not only is it home to some of the most impressive sites that hold history in their very walls such as the Tower of London, but you can visit almost all museums free of charge. Don’t miss Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and Camden Town – an open air market area that is home to unique clothing, jewelry and art. For a step back in time to the darker side of London, why not visit Whitechapel and go on a Jack the Ripper tour?

The South West

There’s so many great things to say about the South West that we have to keep it short and sweet. With counties like Wiltshire and its rolling green hills, Somerset and its world class cider, Devon with its stunning coastline and back country villages home to seemingly ancient pubs and Cornwall – the Brit’s favourite holiday destination, there’s so much to love about this region. You will be hard pressed to pick just one area to explore, so why not rent a car and spend a week or two driving around all of them? You’re sure to be delighted and surprised at just what you can find when you spend the time travelling around the UK by car. Our favourite spots include St Ives in Cornwall, Salisbury in Wiltshire and Bath in Somerset for a taste of both shopping, history and culture.

Wales

Wales is a sure bet if you love nature, hiking and generally being outdoors. Not only that, but the Welsh are incredibly friendly and welcoming people, ready to help at any turn. For the best bets, check out the likes of Snowdonia in the north and climb Mount Snowdon for a unique and challenging activity. Visit some of the valley villages and stop for a cider in shady pubs that seem to be portals back through time. The south is home to Pembrokeshire, a coastal county with rugged hills, beaches and beautiful hiking trails that will leave you wanting more. For our personal favourite beaches in Pembrokeshire, check out Newgale and St David’s.

So whether you live in the UK or you’re visiting, hopefully this list of amazing things to see and do will help you plan the ultimate UK adventure, one that you and your family will cherish for a lifetime.

Why You Should Consider Visiting Liverpool

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The English town of Liverpool is one of the United Kingdom’s best locations for international travellers for several reasons. This port city is known for its rich musical heritage and in the last decade has transformed into a world class destination for tourist attractions.

Find out why you should visit this incredible city with the following top highlights of what Liverpool has to offer.

World Class Shopping

For all you shopaholics out there, you’re going to love Liverpool! The city has a little bit of everything from the biggest brands to independent outlets. The best place to shop in Liverpool is without doubt the Liverpool One shopping complex. Your stores here include Victoria’s Secret, Zara, The Fragrance Shop and the LEGO Store. There are over 35 restaurants and bars for you to grab some refreshments as well as an ODEON cinema. Liverpool One is right by the waterfront and the complex’s Chavasse Park is a gorgeous location for soaking up the sun.

A Famous Musical Heritage

When people from across the world hear the word Liverpool, The Beatles are typically one of the first names to pop in their head. The band’s early history is well known and many landmarks across the city are featured in their iconic records. The Fab Four no doubt inspired Liverpool’s emergence as a musical hotspot, but they aren’t the only famous scousers to make a name for themselves. Other musical acts from the city include The La’s, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, The Zutons and Echo & the Bunnymen.

The Stunning Sights You Can Find in Liverpool

Liverpool is an incredible destination when it comes to catching stunning views and enjoying entertaining activities. The famous Liverpool Waterfront is always bustling with life and the Royal Albert Dock Liverpool should be on every visitor’s must-see list. The Radio City Tower and Anglican Cathedral offer tours which provide incredible views overlooking the city. As for parks, there’s a fantastic selection scattered throughout the city. If you want to catch the best sights of the city while on the go, you may wish to hop on board the City Explorer and LFC City Explorer tour buses.

Choose Accommodation to Suit You

With so much to see and do in Liverpool we recommend staying over for a few nights so that you have enough time to fit everything into your itinerary. Your choices are endless when it comes to choosing accommodation and the options offer an experience in their own right. No matter your preference or budget, you will find something to suit your requirements.

One of the most luxurious hotels in Liverpool is The Richmond Apart Hotel. This apart hotel has a range of luxury rooms and apartments to make your stay a comfortable one. There is even an on-site restaurant where you can dine in style. The Richmond Hotel is based in the heart of the city centre, so you don’t have to worry about travelling far to the best attractions. If you are looking for a budget option, the Sleep Eat Love Hostel is something worth considering. This luxury hostel provides a unique hostel experience which combines sleep, eat and love as one package. If you fancy staying outside of the city, look no further than the beautiful town of Chester. The Chester Townhouse Hotel is a fantastic option where you will receive the best benefits of a boutique hotel.

Are International schools better at teaching kids?

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Global events happens at Singaporean international schools such as food bazaars where parents bring dishes traditionally associated with their country of origin, for everyone to taste. This year on my school, a stall run by a Ukrainian couple was set up adjacent one offering guests beef stroganoff, knish and shashlik which is managed by two Russians.

There was a vigorous conversation between the two parties for sure, but based on the good cheer and interactions of dishes – a friendship seemed to be being forged. Anyone expecting a major international confrontation over the borshch and deruny have been surprised for sure.

Diversity bonded by harmony

The above situations are normal in an international school. Such schools are actually melting pots that many may expect to boil over as the cultural, social, and political ingredients mix to cause division and bitterness. However, what’s nice about these schools is how harmony happens so naturally and comfortably alongside diversity, for the benefit of not just the kids, but everyone in the community.

In any case, tension does arise between students in some cases, especially when 76 countries from all over the world are in one place forging a school identity, which has a set of common and agreed set of values. However, the two are not irreconcilable, and can even be mutually beneficial.

International evenings; academic curriculum projects on global sustainability and international human rights; trips to Tanzania to take part in service projects; attendance of Model United Nations conferences; the display of the students’ national flags in the school canteen; these are all features of international schools wherein the International Baccalaureate provides the ties that bind institutions together.

As you know, IB is not just a school curriculum offering qualifications. It is actually a 3 – 18 programme of learning, which is underpinned by a philosophy of education, permeating everyday life in schools that offer it.

Contained therein is the promotion of academic rigour – which is basically a concept often associated only with the 11 – 18 age range. However, the IB Primary Years Programme, which students begin to study as young as three, offer the foundation on which the Middle Years (11 – 16), as well as the Diploma programmes (16 -18) are created.

Whilst it is not required to start studying the IB at this early stage, research shows that it is more likely, all other things being equal, that students will start to have better potential to get a high IB Diploma score, to which entry to many top universities worldwide is a condition.

Furthermore, IB is so much more than scores and results. It is also about the ‘process’ and the ‘outcome.’ There is no direct conflict between the practice of this uniform set of values and the diverse community, as the example of the Russian and Ukrainian parents illustrate.

The 21st century offers the globe’s parents and teachers with some extraordinary challenges. International schools worldwide spearheaded by one of the top Singapore international schools offer a timely model, and students are equipped with all the necessary qualifications and values to meet those challenges. Plus, they’ll be in a fascinating environment where they can study and work to maximize their potentials.

Guide For A City Break To Milan

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When it comes to travelling throughout Italy, it sounds like the most romantic holiday getaway and you might leave many jealous. Between Rome, Naples, Milan and more, it can be a daunting task trying to make sure you see all the best parts of each. Not familiar with some of them? No problem! It can be time consuming to look into each of them, so check out this easy to digest guide to a city break in Milan to help you plan the ultimate visit to this beautiful and fashionable northern Italian city. So get your taxi booked and hit the town – this is one place you will want to visit time and again!

Churches

If there’s one thing that Italy is famous for, it’s churches. While many think about the likes of St Peter’s Basilica in Rome, but Milan has a whole variety of churches which are beautiful and welcome visitors. In fact, there’s so many that you probably won’t have time to see them all unless you’re a real church aficionado, but if you want to see at least one, make it the Duomo. The Duomo is Milan’s main cathedral and at around 800 years old, it’s one of the oldest. Visitors can climb to the top for some spectacular views around the piazza it’s built on. If you like artwork and architecture though, check out the Saint Mary of the Graces church – home to some impressive examples of renaissance art, sculpture and paintings. It’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and entry is free.

Squares

It’s no surprise that Milan would be a city of squares – and we don’t mean the eating kind. Town squares, known as piazzas in Italy, are beautiful open spaces often with fountains, cafes and restaurants, usually home to a church or two and often paved with marble tiles or the like. The resulting feel is a cosmopolitan and beautiful example of architecture and building ideas that allow for an open air meeting space of locals and tourists alike. One of the most popular Milan piazzas is the Piazza Mercati, a beautiful medieval style square that comes alive with lights and music at Christmas time with a small market. The rest of the year you can enjoy the gorgeous examples of Italian homes that are on display before sampling some of the cuisine or gelato off the square in one of the shops or restaurants. You can book a great Milan tour to make sure you see a few more of the special sites including other piazzas and points of interest as well.

Shopping

Milan is essentially the heart of the Italian fashion scene and it hosts the world famous Milan Fashion Week each autumn. This is the big fashion party of the year where up and coming models can make their debut and popular fashion houses like Gucci, Versace and others showcase their new creations. If you can’t make it for fashion week (good luck getting tickets!), check out the shopping district for your own look at the fashions of Milan. Via Dante is the street you will want to hit as its home to some of the world’s most high end designers and their street level shops. It’s a great place just to wander around as well though because with all sorts of street vendors, street art and food it’s a lively street that blends a number of styles and curiosities.

So if you’ve been looking for a great way to spend your summer getaway, have a look at Milan. You won’t be disappointed!

Glo Provides the Best Online Yoga Classes

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If you have seen everyone carrying their yoga mats to yoga and you still wonder why you should do it, this is the article for you.

Yoga is an incredible exercise and mindfulness program to add into your fitness routine. You not only get stronger muscles, but you are also able to live in the moment more. With the constant worrying about the state of the world, or the draw of social media, it can be easy to get sucked into an endless cycle of the fear of missing out. It can also be incredibly easy to start feeling bad about your own life. However, yoga helps you check back into your body and recognize that happiness is available to you now. There are a number of yoga benefits that help you focus on what is happening in your life at the present moment, getting in tune with your body, and helping you focus your mind.

Yoga is also a great way to reduce stress and anxiety. Stress and anxiety, especially chronic stress, can have a very harmful effect on your body. Not only does your body start producing more cortisol, which in turn can eventually lead to headaches, chest pain, fatigue, and sleeping problems, but it can even cause your bones to lose density. This is because cortisol stops your bones from adequately absorbing calcium to keep them strong. Stress can also cause a lack of motivation, feelings of overwhelm, depression or sadness, and social withdrawal. Not things that make you happy! Yoga helps reduce stress by encouraging both your mind and your body to relax, relieving constant tension in the body. This helps lower the levels of cortisol in your body, helping you to lower your blood pressure, improve your digestion and immune system, and lower your heart rate.

Where to go for the Best Online Yoga Classes

If you are ready to start your yoga journey and you are looking for the best online yoga classes, you need to check out Glo. Glo provides the best online yoga classes to promote physical and mental well-being without having to spend hundreds on studio memberships each month.

They provide a free trial for two weeks so you can see if it works for you. After that, it is only $18 each month for hundreds of classes. They are more than just the best online yoga classes. They also provide meditation classes and Pilates classes.

Do they have the right program for me?

Glo has a number of different yoga programs to help you get the most out of your yoga practice. They have different programs for all levels, including beginners who are just learning the poses. They want you to feel comfortable and strong in their classes.

However, they also have a number of different programs based on your goals. If you have been incredibly stressed lately and need help sleeping, they have a Yin for Deep Sleep program that is perfect for beginners. They have three classes over the course of a week. The class is taught by Tiffany Cruikshank, a well-known yoga teacher. She provides principles from Chinese medicine to help you sleep. The program was designed to help you create stillness in your mind so you can relax at the end of the day to get into that deep, uninterrupted sleep that is vital for your overall wellness.

Glo also has meditation classes for those who are just beginning or want to try it out. The “I Don’t Meditate” course was designed by Jason Crandell to help you discover the truth about meditation and dispel the myths.

5 Water Activities to Enjoy in Croatia

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Croatia is blessed with a 2000 km coastline and an incredible 1,246 islands and islets. On top of that, you have some gorgeous lakes and rivers running through the country including the incredible Plitvice Lakes which are some of the most spectacular in the world.

As you can imagine there is no shortage of water activities to do here!

The Beaches are pristine and waters are clear, this country is an absolute dream for water babies!

So let’s take a look at the coolest Water Activities you can enjoy in Croatia.

White-Water Rafting

Adrenaline Junkies will appreciate navigating their way through the rivers, rapids, and canyons in Croatia. Travelers can experience white water rafting throughout the country all the way from Karlovac in the north of the country go down to the south in Dalmatia. Perhaps the most impressive rafting site though is at the River Una.

River Una borders Bosnia & Herzegovina and a White Water Rafting trip certainly makes a cool way to explore another country! There are a number of different routes you can take but while the course is challenging perhaps the most beautiful option is the route that leads from Strbacki Buk Waterfalls to Lahovo passing all the way through The Una National park.

Sailing

Find the perfect sailing holiday in Croatia! This country is indeed one of the best and most popular sailing destinations in Europe! With so many gorgeous islands to explore the country itself is perhaps best explored on a sailing boat. The Southern Dalmatian Islands are the countries hot spot for sailing where you can start off by exploring the Magnificent Unesco World Heritage site, the entire old city of Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik’s old town breaks out into the sea and is encircled by enormous stone walls. It is truly a man-made masterpiece as are some of the beautiful orange roofed buildings and churches inside. From Dubrovnik, many people set off on their voyage where popular stops include the likes of Hvar Island a gorgeous high-end party town, the relaxed & foresty Plakeni islands, and the idyllic Kornati islands.

Sea Kayaking

At the most popular beaches in Croatia is very easy to rent a Kayak and head off on your own to explore. This is also a great way to escape the crowds and find your own little coves and beaches which you can enjoy all to yourself!

Diving

Those who like to dive will not be disappointed by what Croatia has to offer. There is no shortage of dives sites in the Adriatic Sea. Divers can enjoy warm summer waters, impressive marine life, and some interesting Wreck Dives. Prices for PADI courses are reasonably priced at around €300 for 5 dives over a two-day course and intro dives are also an option.

Snorkeling

Those who aren’t keen on diving can still enjoy the impressive marine life that Croatia has to offer. Mljet and Korcula islands are both well-respected snorkeling spots that can also be enjoyed as part of a sailing trip. Those visiting Dubrovnik can head to nearby beach dance which features clear waters and an abundance of sea life.

Tips on how to move in Milan

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Have you ever dreamt to move to Italy? This city of over 1.3million people has a lot to offer.

Milan is unique and marvelous, a metropolis at a fast pace where creativity is part of a large market. In no other Italian city does the fashion world have as much importance as in Milan.

1) Very good possibilities to get around

No doubt is that Milan is cheaper for the cost of living than London. If you move to Milan, you will find that public transport costs are fairly low and that you can choose to use trains, trams, buses and subways to get around. The Milan underground map and information brochure can help you. Car insurance can be expensive, but the city offers excellent bike and car sharing services, which also help to reduce environmental pollution.

More and more it is possible to walk and visit Milan in a single day, especially because of the pedestrian islands that are constantly built The dock and the area of the Navigli, on foot are very comfortable and both in winter and summer immerse yourself in the Parco Sempione passing from the Castello Sforzesco to the Arco della Pace, is a spectacle.

More intimate and romantic is a walk in the Brera district, among narrow streets curiously populated by fortune-tellers and fashionable Milanese, while some painters perform their works of painting.

2) Walking through the historic centre of Milan

To explore the historic centre of Milan, which is not so vast, the best way to do so is to walk around the city, sifting through streets and squares without haste, and walking through the most famous touristic spots like the Duomo with its grandiose square; the Palazzo Reale; the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the Teatro alla Scala; the Pinacoteca di Brera; the Castello Sforzesco; the Basilicas of Sant’Ambrogio and last but not least: the Santa Maria delle Grazie church where you can visit Leonardo Da Vinci’s masterpiece “The last supper”.

Milan is a city in the process of depollution and therefore personal vehicles are strongly discouraged, if not even penalized in favor of completely environmentally friendly bicycles. In this respect, the municipality makes public bicycles available to all through so-called “bike sharing”. It is possible to subscribe to a monthly or annual subscription at ATMs, allowing access to more than 1500 bicycles to complement the public transport service.

3) High speed ways to move around

High-speed trains, flights and motorways ensure good connections with other countries and other major Italian cities. When you live in Milan you are only 45 minutes from Lake Como, Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. It is also possible to visit the beautiful Ligurian coast or ski in the Alps. The city of Milan is a wonderful place for shopping, visiting museums and parks. You can discover the activities to do during your free time in Milan on turismo.milan.it.

4) A day in Milan: the surroundings

If you arrive in the city to go to visit Milan in a day, or returning home, we want to take a look at its surroundings, there are three fascinating destinations because to happen in Milan without being aware of touching them, it would be a shame.

One is the Abbey of Chiaravalle, always within the city limits, and then there is another Abbey, that of Viboldone, near San Giuliano Milanese, one of the most important medieval complexes in Lombardy. Further away, but if you arrive from that direction, do not miss the Taccani hydroelectric plant in Trezzo sull’Adda, historical and interesting.

For those who are not willing to customize their itineraries and are lazy in their establishment, can take advantage of the modern and colorful buses of Lombardy City Sightseeing, complete with drivers and hostesses in uniform, disposable earphones and commentary in eight languages.