She left Vegas to live on a ‘Blue Zone’ island where people live past 100 years old
A food critic moved from the fast-paced environment of Las Vegas to the Italian island of San Pietro. The island is part of a 'Blue Zone,' a region known for the exceptional longevity of its residents due to lifestyle and diet.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing cultural interest in 'Blue Zones' and the lifestyle shifts people are making to prioritize health and longevity over urban hustle.
In our roundup of travel stories this week: A hiking trail through the “Mountains of Heaven,” why Champagne is getting boozier, plus a woman who found joy by moving from Las Vegas to an Italian island. Swapping Vegas for Italy Debra Coltune’s life changed in 2023 when she traveled to the small island of San Pietro, off the southwestern tip of Sardinia, Italy, to act as a judge at a local tuna festival. She had no idea that the sleepy community of fewer than 6,000 people would soon become her home.
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