Not far from Rome, you can step into another world when you visit the beautiful and ancient Sabine hills. Known for its abundant natural produce, historic hilltop towns and artisan traditions, it’s an easy day trip from Rome. Or you may want to stay longer and soak up the peaceful rural atmosphere of the countryside. […]
Brescia in Lombardy is a small province tucked in between Venice and Milan that hugs the shores of Lake Garda. It’s a quiet place where, with the exception of a few hotspots, locals are a little bit surprised to see visitors. Earlier this year, the province hit global headlines for being one of the areas […]
Many people are asking can you travel to Italy? now or later in the year. 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 […]
Wondering where to find historic towns with sweeping piazzas, incredible food and friendly people? Look no further than Sicily’s Val di Noto in the south east of the island. We’re joined by Sicily travel expert Karen La Rosa who takes us on a journey through pretty towns and colorful landscapes and shares some of the […]
Oh Milano! Italy’s second city is sometimes overlooked in favor of its smaller neighbors. But, Milan is packed with treasures – you just need to know where to look. In episode 30 of Untold Italy we uncover Milan’s must see sights and things to do and give you our best tips on how to explore […]
Rome is one of the world’s great food cities. And it pays to have a plan for eating its iconic dishes when you get there. In this episode we share our best tips on what to eat in Rome – the best of the city’s pasta, pizza, street food and more. Of course you’ll also […]
Florence, Podcast episodes
Episode #028: Best places to stay in Florence – neighborhoods to consider for your trip
Wondering where to stay in Florence? The Renaissance city is small and compact but it has several distinct areas that will suit different types of travelers. Do you want to be right in the heart of the city or perhaps you prefer a quieter neighborhood? Do you want to splurge on a room with a […]
Trying to decide where to stay in Florence? While the city is small, it offers many accommodation options and it can be confusing trying to decide the best location to stay. You’ll want to enjoy all the atmosphere and spirit of the Renaissance city while ensuring that you’re situated in an area close to transport […]
Podcast episodes, Rome
Episode #027: How to choose where to stay in Rome – a district by district guide
Are you getting overwhelmed by all the accommodation choices in Rome? It’s not surprising as there are over 700 hotels and around 30,000 AirBnB listings in the city. So you need to be strategic when you’re searching for the perfect place to stay. In this episode we discuss seven districts in Rome that are the […]
Looking for the best place to stay in Rome? The Eternal City has thousands upon thousands of accommodation options and it can get overwhelming. In this guide we cut straight to the chase and tell you the best districts to stay in depending on your style of travel, who you are traveling with and the […]