Walking through Corsica

Corsica is a fantastic travel destination for those love nature and history. Ancient villages and hamlets have managed to remain fixed in time, a living testimony to a way of life that has disappeared from most of the modern world.

Easy Photo Techniques – Part II

A simple tree branch can be used to break the monotony in a dull cloudless blue sky or a calm ocean as in this photo below. The tree branch adds contrast and a sense of depth to an otherwise dull picture. Framing can also be used in an gray overcast sky to create balance.

Algajola – Idyllic Seaside Village

Algajola is a tiny, secluded village conveniently located on the northern coast of Corsica and within driving distance of Calvi, Ile Rousse, Sant’Antonino and the entire Balagne region.

Visit Sardinia

Sardinia is a popular Mediterranean destination that attracts backpackers, rock climbers and the Jet Set. Sardinia is also famous for having the world’s highest percentage of centenarians.

Guardians of Human Memory

The slide show features several of Corsica’s main attractions and contains a sample of Corsica’s polyphonic music, a mesmerizing sound described by English writer Dorothy Carrington as “…a song from the depths of the earth, from the dawn of time”.

6 Tips to Give your Photos an Instant Boost

The following basic techniques will help make your photos stand out from the countless snap shots most amateur photographers take.

Arriving by Sea

With 7 ports on the island, ferries offer a convenient and inexpensive way of traveling to Corsica from France and Italy.

Flashpacking Resources, Gadgets

To protect your laptop when traveling through Europe and other parts of the world, you will need a surge protector. I use EuroSurge, available at Magellan’s and other online shops. EuroSurge can also be used with IPods and cameras.

Sant’Antonino – Exploring La Balagne

Sant’Antonino is an ancient circular village, perched on a rocky hilltop that overlooks the ocean and the Balagne region. A one time The Balagne was considered the “Garden of Corsica” for its olive trees and fertile soil.

Corsica Campsites

As I mentioned in the previous post, there are currently about 240 campsites in Corsica. I have included a sample list below to give you an idea about the type of facilities you can expect to find.
The Tourist Offices in Corsica can provide additional information on campsites and other forms of accomodations.
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