"Riding pillion on a vintage Vespa from Sydney to Italy was never going to be easy. But doing so amid a war in the Middle East, global oil shocks and shuttered borders? That was something Mario Gabrieli, 54, and his 11-year-old son, Leonardo, never planned for."
"The main reason [to do this] for me is really to pass on my sense of adventure to Leonardo. They tested the waters on a two-week moped trip around northern Thailand, and Leonardo adapted easily."
"It was a classic moment, Gabrieli says. We had to take the engine down, open it and rebuild it."
Mario Gabrieli and his son, Leonardo, are on a pilgrimage from Sydney to Trieste on a vintage Vespa. Their journey, intended to be a coming-of-age experience, faces numerous challenges including fuel shortages, engine failure, and geopolitical tensions. Despite these obstacles, they remain committed to their adventure, emphasizing the importance of the journey over the destination. Gabrieli aims to instill a sense of adventure in his son, making this trip a significant life experience for both.
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