Led by Ambassador Nancy Dell’Olio, Stanley Johnson Recounts His Journey in Puglia on The Sun
Not just any public figure has recently become the protagonist of a tour in Puglia as a journalist sent by the Daily Mail. It is Stanley Johnson, father of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, as well as a politician, writer, and former Member of the European Parliament for the Conservative Party.
It was on the website of the well-known English newspaper, The Sun, that Stanley shared his journey through some of the most characteristic places in Puglia, from the Valle d’Itria to Castel del Monte, passing through Trani.
“I have been to Italy many times over the years, but I had never visited Puglia. The time had come to make amends. Flying to Bari, I will never forget that first night when we drove a few kilometers to the nearby town of Trani. We crossed the narrow streets of the old town towards the sea. When we arrived, night had fallen, and the Cathedral of San Nicola Pellegrino, which stood sheer above the sea, was lit by floodlights.
Although Trani can trace its origins back to the imperial age of Rome, it was Frederick II who truly left his mark on this city. He built the walls and the spectacular castle that dominates the square.”
A Distinguished Travel Team
Accompanying him on this remarkable journey were:
- Michael Karam, expert wine journalist and correspondent for The Spectator.
- Hugo Campbell Davis, publisher and owner of Urbanologie, a magazine dedicated to British tourists interested in luxury travel.
As they explored the Trulli of Alberobello, Valle d’Itria, Castel del Monte, and Polignano a Mare, the group was guided by Nancy Dell’Olio, the glamorous ambassador of Puglia to the world. Born in New York and originally from Bisceglie, she has long been a passionate advocate for the beauty and culture of the region.
A Journey in Vintage Cars
The team traveled in vintage cars to fully immerse themselves in the landscapes of rural Puglia, with its rolling fields, centuries-old olive groves, and historic masserie.
“We wanted to explore the motorways and secondary roads of Puglia in style,” said Stanley for The Sun. “My car was a 1973 Alfa Romeo Duetto convertible, with a body designed by the legendary Battista ‘Pinin’ Farina.”
An unforgettable experience that Stanley Johnson described as “a magical tour through the mystery of Puglia.”
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