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Sea to Sky Gondola – Squamish BC
The Sea to Sky Gondola was created with the vision of making one of British Columbia's most spectacular natural landscapes accessible to everyone. Nestled along the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway between Vancouver and Whistler, it offers breathtaking views of Howe Sound, the Stawamus Chief, and the towering Coast Mountains.
Maria Scuor
7 days ago8 min read


Spirit Trail – Sea to Sky Gondola
The Spirit Loop Trail is one of the most beautiful and easiest walks at the summit of Sea to Sky Gondola. Although it is only 250 metres long per marker or 400 metres per website it takes about 20 minutes to complete because you just can’t help but stop at all the viewpoints. It offers some of the most spectacular views of Atl'ka7tsem (Howe Sound), Sky Pilot Mountain, and Goat Ridge.
Maria Scuor
7 days ago4 min read


Heritage Mountain Hike – Mission
Indira and I visited Westminster Abbey today and then took a stroll on the Heritage Mountain Hike via Westminster Abbey Trail. Sadly, part of the trail was closed but it was still a beautiful walk with incredible views.
Maria Scuor
Sep 33 min read


What Is My New Normal? - Qual è la mia nuova normalità?
And now, I find myself standing at the beginning of a life I never expected to live. So, I have been asking myself, what is my new normal?
Maria Scuor
Aug 3015 min read


Exploring Vancouver - Esplorare Vancouver
Sometimes life gives us the gift of distance. Distance allows us to step away from the familiar, experience something new, and eventually return with a different perspective. We begin to notice the beauty that was always there but perhaps hidden behind the comfort of familiarity.
Maria Scuor
Aug 2917 min read


What Matters Most - Ciò che Conta di Più
There are many things in life that seem important, the endless to-do lists, the chores waiting to be done, and the commitments that fill our calendars. But every once in a while, we're gifted with a gentle reminder of what matters most.
Maria Scuor
Aug 167 min read


Beautiful Othello Tunnels – I Belissimi Gallerie di Otello
The Othello Tunnels trace their origins back to the early 1900s, when British Columbia faced the daunting challenge of connecting its rugged Interior to the coast. The Kettle Valley Railway, a bold and ambitious project, was envisioned as a lifeline for communities scattered across the province’s mountainous terrain. One of the most difficult stretches lay through the Coquihalla Gorge, a narrow canyon carved by the rushing river and walled in by sheer granite cliffs.
Maria Scuor
Aug 159 min read


Fraser River Heritage Park
here are places that invite us to pause, not because they are loud or grand, but because they quietly whisper their stories. Fraser River Heritage Park is one of those places. Perched high above the Fraser River Valley in Mission, British Columbia, this park offers some of the most breathtaking views in the region. The kind of views that encourages us to linger a little longer and simply breathe it all in.
Maria Scuor
Jul 305 min read


Historical Hope Cinema – Cinema Storico Hope
One of Hope's most cherished landmarks is Hope Cinema, a rare independently operated single-screen movie theatre that has entertained residents and visitors for more than 80 years.
Maria Scuor
Jul 164 min read


Happy Father’s Day – Buona Festa del Papà
Father’s Day celebrates all the fathers, fathers-in-law, stepfathers, adoptive fathers, foster fathers, Godfathers, grandfathers, great grandfathers, any person who is a father figure and our heavenly fathers. These are the patriarchs that are the foundations of our families.
Maria Scuor
Jun 215 min read


Festa della Repubblica 2026 – 80th Anniversary / 80º Anniversario
Italian Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica) is celebrated every year on June 2 and marks the birth of modern Italy as a republic. The holiday commemorates the historic referendum held on June 2–3, 1946, when Italians, simply were asked to choose between maintaining the monarchy or establishing a republic after the devastation of World War II and the collapse of fascism.
Maria Scuor
Jun 28 min read


Mother’s Day – Festa della Mamma
Mother’s Day is about more than flowers and cards, it’ about a mother’s love that lives in every lesson taught, every comforting hug, and every sacrifice made without recognition.
La Festa della Mamma è più di fiori e biglietti, è l'amore materno che vive in ogni lezione insegnata, in ogni abbraccio confortante e in ogni sacrificio fatto senza essere riconosciuta.
Maria Scuor
May 95 min read


42 Years - 42 Anni
Today we celebrate our 42nd anniversary and the world and I say goodbye for the last time. You have been and will always be the love of my life, my soul mate, the father of my children, the grandfather to our grandchildren, the brother, the cousin, the uncle and the friend.
Maria Scuor
Apr 272 min read


The Agony - L'agonia
It didn’t arrive all at once. Agony, in the presence of death, is slow and uneven—like waves that don’t keep rhythm.
Maria Scuor
Apr 274 min read


International Day of Happiness - 2026 - Giornata Internazionale della Felicità
The United Nations officially established the observance in 2012, and the first celebration took place in 2013. Held every year on March 20, the day is now recognized worldwide, with countries, communities, and organizations promoting activities that encourage positivity, kindness, and mental well‑being.
Maria Scuor
Mar 205 min read


We Earn Every Wrinkle – Ci Guadagniamo Ogni Ruga
As we grow older, we start to notice the quiet changes in our reflection. The face that once felt so familiar is changing. Fine lines appear around the eyes and small creases settle near the mouth. Wrinkles, the signs of aging, remind us that time has been moving and that life has been happening. Every wrinkle tells our story!
Maria Scuor
Mar 177 min read


Clubhouse 26 Milano
Clubhouse 26 Milano is a special premium hospitality and cultural venue created for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, designed to offer visitors much more than just a place to relax between competitions.
Maria Scuor
Mar 23 min read


Milano Starbucks
Whenever we head into the city, we take the train to Milano, arriving at Centrale station. From there, we hop on the metro to the Duomo, which is always our starting point when we visit Milan. We never miss the chance to pause, admire the breathtaking cathedral, and snap a selfie — it’s a ritual that never loses its magic. Then comes our next stop, just a short five-minute walk away: the Milan Starbucks… and not just any Starbucks.
Maria Scuor
Feb 276 min read


Milano Olympic Cauldron 2026 – Calderone Olimpico di Milano 2026
The Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic cauldron is one of the most distinctive and symbolic monuments of the XXV Winter Olympics held in Milano and Cortina d’Ampezzo from February 6 – 22, 2026. It reflects both technological innovation and cultural heritage.
Maria Scuor
Feb 264 min read


1500th - 1500° Blog
Reaching my 1500th blog post feels both surreal and deeply gratifying. What began as a small corner of the internet has grown into a living, breathing space filled with ideas, experiences, lessons, and stories. Over time, this website has evolved into more than just a platform — it has become a reflection of curiosity, creativity, and a genuine passion for sharing meaningful content and to remind everyone to “Live life well always, because we only have one!”
Maria Scuor
Feb 254 min read
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