LUST LIST - Day 10 - June 6, 2012
CINQUE TERRE, ITALY
Took me awhile to get back to posting, however I'm back! I'm excited about my dream destination today because I've heard so many great things from locals and fellow travelers! The Cinque Terre region is located in the Italian Riviera, a series of 5 villages filled with olive groves, vineyards, and pastel colored homes that scatter the coastline and are undisturbed by modern development. Cars and motorbikes are not allowed in the villages, which keeps the peace and maintains the quaint idyllic scenery.
If you know me, you know I'm a fan of any kind of spirit (not ghosts, the alcoholic variety). The area has fabulous wines and is especially know for 2, the Cinque Terre White - a dry, 3 grape blend; and the (have no idea how to pronounce this one) Schiacctra - a very sweet dessert wine. Some local foods the area is known for start with pesto (yum.), the area has a co-op so local farmers can produce fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts. The area is also know for their focaccia bread, grappa, a Northern take on Limoncello, and a local dish called Farinata, a pizza-like bread made from chickpeas, served with pesto, gorgonzola, and stracchino cheeses.
The Cinque Terre is known for its hiking trails. There is about a 5-hour path linking all 5 villages in the region, also a train services tourists and locals between each village (about 5 minute rides between each). The two most popular villages of the Cinque Terre are Monterosso al Mare and Vernazza. On the hike between these two villages you can find nestled away waterfalls and natural high dives to cool off and lose some tan lines with (clothing- optional folks)! Monterosso feels the most resort-like and has the area's only sandy beaches.
I've read many articles claiming that the Cinque Terre can be easily conquered in less than a week's stay, but every article says that they dream of visiting again soon. I'll share some local insider tips that I've scavengered and will keep as an eventual 'to-do' list with you as well, because maybe I can convince someone to plan a trip with me! :)
I love myself some people watching - dive bars, Wal-Mart, you know the drill. I guess in Monterosso the locals flock to outdoor Enotecas (basically a wine bar) for people watching in the main square and enjoying fabulous local wines and bruschetta. Sounds like my ideal (judgey) kind of night! I also heard of "all are welcome" beach parties on warm summer nights in Monterosso. I'd tell you more but then you wouldn't have the opportunity to research some stuff on your own and get excited about it like me! Hope you like! :)
CINQUE TERRE, ITALY
Took me awhile to get back to posting, however I'm back! I'm excited about my dream destination today because I've heard so many great things from locals and fellow travelers! The Cinque Terre region is located in the Italian Riviera, a series of 5 villages filled with olive groves, vineyards, and pastel colored homes that scatter the coastline and are undisturbed by modern development. Cars and motorbikes are not allowed in the villages, which keeps the peace and maintains the quaint idyllic scenery.
If you know me, you know I'm a fan of any kind of spirit (not ghosts, the alcoholic variety). The area has fabulous wines and is especially know for 2, the Cinque Terre White - a dry, 3 grape blend; and the (have no idea how to pronounce this one) Schiacctra - a very sweet dessert wine. Some local foods the area is known for start with pesto (yum.), the area has a co-op so local farmers can produce fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts. The area is also know for their focaccia bread, grappa, a Northern take on Limoncello, and a local dish called Farinata, a pizza-like bread made from chickpeas, served with pesto, gorgonzola, and stracchino cheeses.
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| (cute colored houses on the hillside!) |
I've read many articles claiming that the Cinque Terre can be easily conquered in less than a week's stay, but every article says that they dream of visiting again soon. I'll share some local insider tips that I've scavengered and will keep as an eventual 'to-do' list with you as well, because maybe I can convince someone to plan a trip with me! :)
I love myself some people watching - dive bars, Wal-Mart, you know the drill. I guess in Monterosso the locals flock to outdoor Enotecas (basically a wine bar) for people watching in the main square and enjoying fabulous local wines and bruschetta. Sounds like my ideal (judgey) kind of night! I also heard of "all are welcome" beach parties on warm summer nights in Monterosso. I'd tell you more but then you wouldn't have the opportunity to research some stuff on your own and get excited about it like me! Hope you like! :)
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