Listen to “286. Unearthing Etruscan Tuscany: City States, Sacred Roads, and Remarkable Women” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, anthropologist Dr. Monique Skidmore shares expert insights into the fascinating world of the ancient Etruscans. Discover how this mysterious civilization shaped Tuscany long before the rise of Rome, with their unique traditions, progressive society, and lasting […]
Listen to “285. VIP Experiences in Italy: Special Access to Iconic Sites” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcome Denyse Pantaleo of Walks of Italy and Devour Tours to explore Italy’s most extraordinary VIP experiences. From private dawn openings of the Vatican Museums to after-hours tours of Venice’s San Marco, Denyse shares how these exclusive, […]
Experiences, Podcast episodes
Episode #284: From Dream to Reality – A Solo Adventure in the Heart of Italy
Listen to “284. From Dream to Reality: A Solo Adventure in the Heart of Italy” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, solo traveler Rebel shares her love for exploring Italy both on her own and as a guest on our Untold Italy small group tours. Since she was young, Rebel had dreamt of visiting Italy […]
Traveling by train is the best way to get around Italy – especially when you want to travel between the major cities. The first time we zipped from Rome to Florence on a high speed train, we couldn’t believe it – one espresso, a glance out the window, and suddenly the Duomo was waiting. Well […]
Experiences, Podcast episodes
Episode #283: Vespa Sidecars, Rooftop Bars, and Medieval Towns – Katy’s Italian Trip Highlights
Listen to “283. Vespa Sidecars, Rooftop Bars, and Medieval Towns: Katy’s Italian Trip Highlights” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, host Katy Clarke takes us along on her whirlwind journey through Rome, Naples, Orvieto, and Urbino. From sipping cocktails on Roman rooftops and zooming around the Eternal City in a Vespa sidecar, to uncovering the […]
Listen to “282. Wines from the Dolomites” on Spreaker. Summary We welcome back Untold Italy’s favorite wine experts, Olivia Windsor and Andrea Mitti Rua of Italian Wine Tales, for this episode on wines of the Dolomites and. South Tyrol region. They share the unique traditions, flavors, and hidden gems of South Tyrol’s vineyards. Learn what […]
Listen to “281. Favorites: Italian Dining and Eating Etiquette” on Spreaker. Summary In this replay of one of our favorite episodes, we hear from Untold Favorite, Nesim Bekalti of Full Belly Tours. Nesim grew up in the foodie Testaccio district of Rome and has returned to his old neighborhood, having lived and worked all over […]
Listen to “280. Favorites: Vicenza: Renaissance Beauty near Venice” on Spreaker. Summary On our revisit to one of our favorite episodes, we hear from Elisabetta Faggiana, CEO of Unexpected Italy. Vicenza is a vibrant blend of history, craftsmanship, and culinary excellence. Known for its Palladian architecture, including La Rotonda, the inspiration for the White House. It’s […]
Searching for the ultimate agriturismo Umbria has to offer? Get ready to discover the best accommodation nestling within this stunning region, also known as “Italy’s Green Heart”. With charming hilltop towns and a diverse range of beautiful farms at every turn, choosing the ideal agriturismo in Umbria is no easy feat. However, it’s not impossible. […]
Travel insurance for Italy is essential. Imagine strolling through the charming streets of Rome, marveling at the Colosseum, or gliding through the serene canals of Venice, and then you face an unexpected emergency or simply trip on a cobblestone and smash your knee – this happens more than you’d think. Perhaps you lose your luggage, […]