As Italy emerges from its strict lockdown we look at what restrictions have been lifted and what that means for Italians now. Of course, many of us are looking forward to traveling to Italy in the coming months so we give an update on what to consider in terms of your travel plans and what […]
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May
May
Heading to the south of Italy? There are plenty of things to do in Sorrento. This lovely coastal city close to Naples has many charms of its own as well as being the perfect base for exploring the surrounding area. If you’re dreaming of cobbled streets, coastal views and dining in lemon groves you’ll find […]
21
May
May
In previous episodes both Katy and Josie revealed their favorite places to visit in Italy. Now it’s time to tell you about the experiences to try when you plan your trip. We’re focusing on those things to do that have a particularly Italian flavor or that you can only do in bella Italia. Once again, […]
14
May
May
Are you excited to visit Sorrento on your trip to Italy? Make sure you spend some time exploring this famous seaside town. Many visitors head off to nearby Amalfi Coast or Capri and miss out on the many charms of beautiful Sorrento. Our guest Lee Trapani from Gourmet Girls Italy food tours tells us why […]
09
May
May
Want to learn how to say “I love you” in Italian? Si, si, of course you do. Italian is a beautiful, lyrical language that has charmed visitors for centuries. But, here’s the thing. There are are few rules you need to know before you say those sweet words. In English, “I love you” is used […]
07
May
May
Could you pick your Italy top 10? Co-host Josie agonized over choosing her favorite places to visit in Italy. After many years traveling from the top to the toe of the boot of Italy it was not an easy task. In the end her favorites came down to memories she shared with her family and […]
03
May
May
Have you made Sorrento a base for your trip to southern Italy? Great choice! This coastal town is well situated for excursions. There are fun day trips from Sorrento to suit every interest – from relaxing boat tours to discovering ancient ruins. The most popular Sorrento day trips are to Capri, the Amalfi Coast and […]
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Apr
Apr
Italy’s Umbria region to the north of Rome and east of Tuscany is full of hidden treasures waiting to be explored. Despite charming hilltop towns, rolling green vineyards and wineries for miles, it remains a bit of a secret. Travel blogger and journalist Alex Trembath joins us to reveal his best discoveries from his week […]
23
Apr
Apr
Choosing favorite places to visit in Italy is a difficult task. After all, there are so many incredible places to see – from the cities, countryside, lakes and mountains to the coastline. After 30+ trips, host Katy ranks her must see Italian destinations and tells you why she loves them. We hope you will find […]
16
Apr
Apr
Rome has enchanted visitors for well over 2,000 years. And while the main highlights of Rome – the Colosseum, Vatican, and Trevi Fountain – are on most must visit lists, make time to seek out some lesser known sights. These discoveries will make your trip truly memorable. In this episode, local travel journalist Erica Firpo […]