The Pontine Islands: A Mediterranean Escape 龐廷群島：地中海的逍遙聖地1

This island paradise is Italy’s hidden treasure

這處島嶼天堂是義大利的隱密瑰寶

Just off the coast of Italy, a bit south of Rome, lie the Pontine Islands, a sun-soaked seaside haven. With its calm atmosphere and sleepy little harbors, this small archipelago is not well-known to foreign tourists. But for Italians on summer vacation and the rich and famous keeping a low profile, it’s a favorite destination. Lazy sunbathers and adventurous explorers alike can find their perfect holiday here. There are plenty of hiking trails, historic sites and amazing views scattered around.

The Islands also boast beautiful beaches, great swimming opportunities and some of the best seafood in Italy. To get to the Pontine Islands, travelers can take a plane from Rome or Naples. It’s also possible to catch a ferry from one of the cities on Italy’s western coastline. However, only two of the islands – Ponza and Ventotene – are large enough to provide ferry connections and places to stay. But visitors can rent a boat or use their own to travel conveniently between the smaller islands.

archipelago

keep a low profile

boast

【Grammar on the go】

Lazy sunbathers and adventurous explorers alike can find their perfect holiday here.

alike =both

Although the movie is based on a fairytale, it is sure to please children and adults alike.

The fashion designer’s new collection has captured the interest of young women and mature ladies alike.

【Chat room】

port / harbor 海港、港口

port 大型港口

harbor 小港口；海港的小域 area of water within a port

New York is a port city.

【Key word】

haven 避風港、避難所

The café around the corner is Pamela’s haven. She goes there to relax almost everyday. 轉角的咖啡店是Pamela的避風港，她幾乎每天都會到那裡放鬆一下。

The boy is safe in the haven of his mother’s arms. 小男孩在媽媽安全的懷抱中

keep a low profile 保持低調、保持低姿勢

profile在這裡指狀態或姿態

This celebrity is trying to keep a low profile on her family life.

這位名人試著在家庭生活方面保持低調

The new CEO cleverly kept a low profile to avoid any objections.

這位新的執行長很有智慧的保持低調避免反彈

boast 擁有、以擁有某項事物自豪

The company boasts its devoted staff and creativity.

這家公司擁有盡心盡力的員工以及創意

The area boasts its natural resources and wildlife.

這個地區富有豐富的天然資源和野生動植物。