Welcome to
The Crowded Planet!

We are Margherita and Nick, a nature
and adventure-loving couple.

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About us

We are Margherita and Nick, a writer and photographer from Italy and Australia, long-term travellers and lovers of nature, wildlife and the outdoors.

We created this blog in 2014 to share our passions for nature, adventure, and sustainable travel. To date, our journeys have taken us to over 85 countries – it’s very hard to pick a favourite, but Malaysia, Japan, Iran, South Africa and Mexico will always have a special place in our hearts. 

Over time, our hobbies and travelling style changed. We still love jetting around for months, but we tend to travel for shorter periods of time, and we like to explore Italy, our country, on foot and by bicycle. Our favourite destinations are Trentino, the Italian Lakes, and Emilia-Romagna.

We are also very (un)successful triathletes and marathon runners, and our other passions (in no particular order) include hiking, craft beer, Asian food and our cat Tappo.

Ecotourism

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The Perfect 1 Week Bothnian Coastal Route Itinerary

Are you also a lover of the Great North? Then, you should consider this fun 1-week Bothnian Coastal Route itinerary, through northern Finland and Sweden! When I was younger, in … Read more
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8 Reasons to Visit Arctic Lakeland in Finland

Have you ever heard of the Arctic Lakeland in Finland, and why it’s so special? Here we’ll tell you all about it and give you 8 reasons to visit, in … Read more
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8 Best Things to Do in Nusa Penida, Bali (2024)

Looking for the best things to do in Nusa Penida? We’ve got you covered – read on to discover 8 fantastic places to visit and to discover more about this … Read more

Latest Posts

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13 Best Towns to Visit in Lake Como

Are you planning to head to the Lakes? Then I’m sure you’ll be wondering what are the best towns to visit in Lake Como. Check our guide to the best … Read more
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How to Get Tower of London Tickets (and Skip the Lines)

What’s the #1 unmissable attraction in London? It’s hard to choose just one, but if you ask me, the Tower of London is definitely up there! This post will guide … Read more
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9 Amazing Lake Como Villas – How to Visit

More over, George! In this article you can read all about how to visit the 9 best Lake Como villas – all the ones that are open to the public. … Read more

Mondays In Milan

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13 Best Towns to Visit in Lake Como

Are you planning to head to the Lakes? Then I’m sure you’ll be wondering what are the best towns to visit in Lake Como. Check our guide to the best … Read more

15 Fun Day Trips from Milan 2024

One of the best things about my hometown Milan is that it’s a great base to explore more of Northern Italy and even Switzerland! Find out how on these fun … Read more
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The BEST 3 Days in Lake Como Itinerary

Would you like to spend 3 days in Lake Como? It’s the perfect amount of time to enjoy the lake! Keep reading to find out more on what to see … Read more