October is one of my favorite months to travel in Italy. The southern coast and islands empty out while the water is still warm enough to swim, the vines and olive groves come into harvest, and the nights turn cool enough that a plate of pasta feels like the right idea again. The island of […]
Many people are asking can you travel to Italy in 2026. In this article we outline the conditions for travel to Italy, protocols required on arrival and what to expect when you get there. We will continue to update this page as the situation changes. We do not speculate on the prospects for changes in […]
Listen to “344. Naples – Where Pizza Is Just the Beginning [from the Vault]” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcome back Untold Italy favorite Corinna Cooke. Corinna is the author of the best-selling book series Glam Italia! How to Travel Italy, who spends much of her year in Bella Italia. In her guides, […]
Listen to “343. Ischia and Procida – Two Islands, One Perfect Light [From the Vault]” on Spreaker. Summary By popular demand, we’re bringing back one of our most-loved episodes. Capri resident and island enthusiast Holly Star returns to talk all things Ischia and Procida – their distinct cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and her insider tips for […]
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Episode #342: Cinque Terre Secrets – A Local’s Guide to Slow Travel [From the Vault]
Listen to “342. Cinque Terre Secrets – A Local's Guide to Slow Travel [From the Vault]” on Spreaker. Summary In this re-run of a popular episode, we’re joined by Ligurian cookbook author and food experience curator Enrica Monzani for an insider’s look at one of Italy’s most iconic destinations – the Cinque Terre. Enrica shares […]
Listen to “341. First-Timer's Guide to Italy – Essential Travel Tips [From the Vault]” on Spreaker. Summary In this re-run of a favorite episode, we’re joined by Corinna Cooke, best-selling author of the Glam Italia! How to Travel Italy series, who splits much of her year there from her own home base. Corinna and Untold […]
Listen to “340. This Beautiful Country – Exploring Italy’s Natural Beauty” on Spreaker. Summary Beyond Italy’s iconic cities and cuisine lies a hidden world of natural wonders. In this episode, Katy Clarke talks with organic farmer and author Ed Cutler about his book, This Beautiful Country: How Italy’s Nature Shaped Its Culture and Civilisation, exploring […]
Getting your Italy packing list right is genuinely one of the most useful things you can do before you go. Not because packing is especially complicated. Because it is easy to get wrong in very specific ways that Italy will make you regret within about 48 hours of landing. Our team has been traveling and […]
Looking for the best Italy tours scheduled for 2027 and beyond? There is a vast array of options on offer. But how do you choose the right trip? The best tours of Italy will show you highlights as well as hidden treasures. And balance sightseeing with free time to explore. They will meet your timing […]
Planning a visit to Pompeii? This legendary ancient city near Naples is one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in the world, but figuring out how to buy tickets can be confusing. With multiple entry options, tour types, and third-party sellers, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Here’s the thing: we’ve done this many times and […]