This week we are headed to a jewel of the Mediterranean and Italy’s second-largest island – beautiful Sardinia (or Sardegna as it’s called in Italian). Not as well known outside Europe as her southern sister Sicily, Sardinia is however a very popular resort island beloved by Europeans with stunning beaches and rich in history, culture, […]
Many people are asking can you travel to Italy in 2021. In this article we outline the conditions for travel to Italy. We will continue to update this page as the situation changes. We do not speculate on the prospects for changes in legislation or on any health related matter. Last updated: July 27th, 2021 Please […]
This week we take you around different corners of Italy, following a family who, having taken various trips around Europe, have found themselves returning to Italy again and again. Show notes In this episode, we talk to father and daughter duo Bill and Abbey Wrobleski about their family adventures in Italy which started in 2003 […]
This week we are talking about what and how to pack for a trip to Italy. With hundreds of trips in the bag and mistakes learned along the way, we share tips on what to take as well as, importantly, what not to take. Show notes In this episode, we welcome back Corinna Cooke, author […]
Are you ready to start packing for Italy? Once you’ve finalized your itinerary and your bookings are set it’s a good idea to have a packing strategy for your trip. Italy is one of the most beautiful countries on Earth but there are a few things to know before packing your bags. In this article […]
This week we head to the South Eastern region of Puglia – the heel of Italy’s boot. Puglia is deservedly having its moment in the sun – with beautiful landscapes, white-washed towns with baroque architecture, turquoise waters, and the iconic Trulli houses. Show notes In this episode, we talk to Nikki Taylor, who lives in […]
A vacation on Italy’s sublime Amalfi Coast is what dreams are made of. Imagine waking each morning to see the sun rising over sparkling azure waters, as the waves break all along the incredible coastline. There’s no denying, Amalfi Coast towns are among some of the most idyllic destinations you’ll find in the world. This […]
One of the most popular day trips from Rome is visiting Pompeii. The ancient city destroyed by Mount Vesuvius and preserved for centuries by lava and ash that spewed from the volcano is one of the most fascinating historical sites in the world. You could spend hours wandering along the cobbled streets of the city […]
In Italy, summer means one thing – the beach! And with miles and miles of coastline to enjoy (7500 kilometers of coastline in fact!), This week we head to the Maremma region in Tuscany. Covering almost a quarter of Tuscany, Maremma in the South West and has a stunning coastline known as the Silver Coast. […]
This week we hear about an extended family adventure to Rome and Sorrento with a Mediterranean cruise thrown in for good measure! We get some top tips for traveling with young children (food and breaks feature heavily!) and hear all about the different types of travel you can enjoy in the same trip. Show notes […]