Episode #175: Expert answers to FAQ about travel in Italy

Listen to “Top Italy Travel FAQ: Your Questions, Expert Answers” on Spreaker. When planning a trip to Italy, whether it is your first or you are returning, there are always so many decisions to be made and questions that arise. We share a live Q&A session from our Italy Travel Planning Facebook community where we […]

Episode #174: Wheels and Wanderlust – Exploring Italy by Campervan

Listen to “Wheels and Wanderlust: Exploring Italy by Campervan” on Spreaker. Campervanning on a trip to Italy is a fun and practical way to travel that you might not have considered, but hiring a campervan, or traveling in your own, is really popular with Europeans vacationing in Italy. Taking to the open road and exploring […]

Episode #173: From Tree to Table: The Olive Harvest in Umbria

Listen to “From Tree to Table: The Olive Harvest in Umbria” on Spreaker. In Umbria, as in other regions in Italy, the olive harvest is one of the most important times of the year and involves many local rituals, not least around the first press of olive oil. Umbria is revered throughout Italy for some […]

Episode #172: Touchdown in Rome: Navigating the Airport and Beyond

Listen to “Arriving in Rome: How to Navigate the Airport and Beyond” on Spreaker. Arriving into Rome’s Fiumicino Airport is many traveler’s first experience of Italy and the process of getting through the airport and then onto your accommodation can feel can feel overwhelming and arduous after a long flight, especially if it’s your first […]

Episode #171: How to use a home exchange to explore Italy

Listen to “Home Exchanges: A Unique Way to Explore Italy” on Spreaker. Home exchanging in Italy might be something that had never occurred to you when planning a trip to Italy, but this relatively new concept can be a wonderful way to not only save money but to have some unique and immersive travel experiences. […]

Episode #170: Etiquette tips for your Italian trip

Listen to “Etiquette Tips for your Italian Trip” on Spreaker. As many look forward to their upcoming trips to Italy, we look at some Italian customs and etiquette worth knowing so as not to offend and ensure cheerful interactions with the locals (and fellow tourists alike). We have some tips on how to mind your […]

Episode #169: How to find authentic restaurants in Rome

Listen to “How to Find Authentic Restaurants in Rome and Beyond” on Spreaker. Eating in Rome can unquestionably be a wonderful experience, but as with any popular tourist destination, it is, unfortunately, a place where you’ll find tourist traps and places that serve dishes that would make any Italian despair! Luckily there are some signs […]

Review: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Tour with Winery Lunch [Day trip from Rome]

pompeii and mount vesuvius tour

If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Pompeii in a small group tour or sipping on a glass of wine while taking in the breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples from the slopes of Mt Vesuvius, you will love the Pompeii with Panoramic Lunch on Vesuvius Tour by Take Walks (formerly Walks of Italy).   We […]

Episode #168: Best of Untold Italy – The Art of Aperitivo

Listen to “Best of Untold Italy: The Art of Aperitivo” on Spreaker. We’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes where we learn about the Italian tradition of aperitivo.  Not to be mistaken for a simple snack of an extra meal – aperitivo plays a major role in the Italian lifestyle and culture for many, […]