My Trips
Coastal Cities of England and Welsh Welcomes
Aug 2011
Pebble beaches, historic harbours, and castle walls – our August adventure from England's coast to Wales.
Two Families, One Celebration
Aug 2010
When two cultures become one family: Our Kyiv celebration at Pirogovo Park.
Milan and Venice: Italian Masterpieces
Feb 2010
Gothic spires and masked mysteries: Our carnival journey through Milan and Venice.
Canals, Canvas, and Contradictions: Our Amsterdam October
Oct 2008
Where Van Gogh's brushstrokes moved us to tears, Anne Frank's words broke our hearts, and a city of beautiful contradictions taught us about tolerance and truth.
Bridges Between Worlds: Where Europe Meets Asia in Istanbul
May 2008
From Byzantine mosaics to Ottoman tiles, across continents and through centuries in the city that refuses to choose between East and West.
Jetons, Babushkas, and Golden Domes: My First Ukrainian Adventure
Oct 2007
A traveler's tale of getting wonderfully lost in Kyiv in 2007, where metro tokens, helpful strangers, and underground flowers led to love and a lifetime of memories.
My Books
Messengers of Peace
A powerful novel about love, resilience, and the unbreakable spirit of the Ukrainian people in the face of war.
The Way of the Stars
books.by/stefanotempesta/the-way-of-the-stars
A powerful journey of transformation along the ancient Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route.
Connected Scout Leadership
books.by/stefanotempesta/connected-scout-leadership
A comprehensive guide for Scout Leaders in Australia and around the world to develop exceptional leadership skills and create meaningful connections with youth.
Stefano Tempesta
Wanderer, photographer, and storyteller exploring the world one adventure at a time.
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