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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 this episode of Untold Italy, we uncover Milan’s must-see sights and things to do and give you our best tips on how to explore […]
Experiences, Podcast episodes, Rome
Episode #029: What to eat in Rome – must try dishes and where to try them
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. 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 want to […]
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 […]
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 […]
When we asked our online community what they wish they knew before heading off on their first trip to Italy, so many people chimed in with their experiences, views, and excellent tips that we just had to share them. In this episode, we walk you through their thoughts and useful ideas for making the […]
Dreaming of a family vacation to Italy? We think it is one of the best places for children to dip their toes into international travel. Kids love Italian food and are excited by the living history all around them. And Italians love them right back! On this episode family travel blogger Marta Correale joins […]
Let’s take a trip to the deep south of Italy. To the toe of the boot where not so many visitors to Italy venture. Such a shame. Calabria is the southern most region on Italy’s mainland and it has a fascinating and ancient past, incredible beaches and beautiful mountains to explore. Our guest Karen […]