Nature, art and yourself: holidays away from the world in abbeys and monasteries

Listen to the audio version of the article Only one person for the shooting, no artificial light or background music, no comments: it is under these conditions that twenty years ago the prior of the Grande Chartreuse opened the doors of the ancient Carthusian monastery in the Grenoble Alps to the director Philip Gröning to … Read more

“It helps me to believe that a path is possible, despite my situation”: Holidays for solo mothers at the sanctuary of Alençon

“It’s not easy being a single mom, especially in the summer when everyone is taken care of by their families. The year also we are isolated. We have little time and means to look after our children and we are rarely invited, even by Catholics. » Around breakfast, the other mothers nod. Armelle (1)a 35-year-old … Read more

Tips for nurturing your inner life during the holidays

1 – I practice the art of conversation With summer comes the time for meals where you take your time, family reunions, unexpected guests. But the meeting can be a strong moment, if it avoids the pitfall of superficiality, of chatter of which nothing will remain. It’s a matter of attention: welcoming others, listening to … Read more

Holidays in Umbria, Assisi is the medieval city of eternal charm.

Are you looking for a city in Umbria where you can spend a holiday amidst history, spirituality and nature? Discover the eternal charm of Assisi, a city declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Overlooking the Umbrian Valley, in a relaxing hilly landscape, Assisi represents an ideal city in Central Italy for one vacation or … Read more

The 3 best comedy series to watch on repeat during the holidays

Holidays are synonymous with rest and fun. For that, there is nothing better than making a comedy series! Comedy series have the particularity of being able to be watched on a loop without you getting bored. Thus, you have a panoply of choices for your holidays, cloistered quietly on your sofa. But, for your greatest … Read more