John Bensalhia
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John is a freelance journalist who has contributed to various magazines and websites for more than 12 years. Born in London in 1974, he went on to complete an English degree at university and then gained a diploma in Magazine Journalism in 1999. Since then he has written about a wide variety of subjects including ports and harbours, franchising, builders' merchants, tractors, arboriculture, the TV programme Doctor Who, motorcycles, sports, DIY, and of course, Italy! When not writing, his hobbies include travel, films, cooking, gardening, and playing the drums. See more of his work here.
Articles by John Bensalhia
John Bensalhia looks at some of the enjoyable ways to spend Christmas in Italy, along with some of the best food and drink packages!
With Christmas a…
Busy busy busy! That's the only way to describe December's calendar in Italy which is bursting at the seams with events and festivities. John Bensalhi…
What's the connection between Lombardy and the agricultural sector?
Only that it's one of the key areas in Italy for agriculture!
Tell on...?
At a…
Photo credit: National Geographic Travel.
Lombardy is the place to be if you're looking for a bit of culture and a museum visit or three. Whether it'…
The beautiful backdrop of many a Lombardy region is perfect for an event to remember. The Winter season is no exception, and in particular, there are…
Bursting at the seams with events and festivals, Italy in November is a busy old time. John Bensalhia looks at what's coming your way this month...Nov…
John Bensalhia profiles some notable historical figures connected with Piedmont...
VITTORIO EMANUELE II (1820-1877)
Meet Padre della Patria – or the F…
John Bensalhia ventures into the big outdoors of the Piedmont region to list seven top examples of outdoor activity including rafting, skiing and ball…
What's coming up in Piedmont this Autumn? John Bensalhia looks at some great events and festivals in the region this October and November...
Piedmont…
Eels. David Bowie. Comic Books. What do these have in common? These are all to be found in this month's events and festivals line-up as John Bensalhia…
When you visit some parts of the world, you'll catch them in full bloom. The flora and the fauna are out for everyone to see. But when it comes to flo…
BORN
Cristoforo Colombo in October 1451 in Genoa, Liguria.
ORIGINS
The location of Columbus' birth has actually been a source of debate. Some historia…
September is the bridge between the Summer and Autumn seasons. While the nights start to get longer and the weather looks set to get somewhat cooler,…
Make a splash with some fantastic water activity sports in Sardinia! John Bensalhia tests the water...
DIVE OF ACTIVITY
Diving into th…
Culture. Festivals. Atmosphere. Sardinia has it all, and John Bensalhia lists some good reasons why...
Sardinia has everything you could want when it…
Reach for the stars this month with a stellar collection of events and festivals! John Bensalhia reports...
A common denominator of August festivals i…
Whether you want to explore the local architecture, take to the water or simply unwind, Puglia has much to do for both the locals and visitors. John B…
What's coming to Puglia this Summer? John Bensalhia looks at seven superb events and festivals in the region over the next few weeks...
Alberobello Li…
What's happening in Italy this July? John Bensalhia picks 10 examples of sunny Italian festivals!
Bringing a wave of good weather and sunny optimism,…
Pull up a chair, enjoy a tub of popcorn, and witness some classic examples of Basilicata on the big screen. John Bensalhia reports...
It's likely that…