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Episode #035: Venetian secrets – uncovering the soul of Venice

Listen to “Venetian secrets – unmasking the soul of Venice” on Spreaker. Venice, built on water, is a city full of mystery and wonder. But many visitors skip through in a day, seeing the highlights but missing the shadows and subtlety and ultimately its people and soul. In this episode, we talk to Monica Cesarato, […]

Episode #034: Lifting the lid on Bologna’s food culture

Listen to “Bologna – produce, pasta and Parmigiano Reggiano in the heart of Italy” on Spreaker. If Italy has a food capital (and yes we know this is controversial!) then surely it must be Bologna.  Here you will find some of the country’s most recognized and best-loved produce and dishes and a commitment to food […]

Episode #033: Foodie finds in the Sabine hills near Rome

Listen to “Foodie finds in the Sabine hills near Rome” on Spreaker. 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 […]

Episode #031: Exploring Sicily’s Val di Noto

Listen to “Exploring Sicily’s Val di Noto with Karen La Rosa” on Spreaker. 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 […]

Episode #029: What to eat in Rome – must try dishes and where to try them

Listen to “Delicious dishes to eat in Rome (and where to try them)” on Spreaker. 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 […]

Episode #028: Best places to stay in Florence – neighborhoods to consider for your trip

Listen to “Best places to stay in Florence – neighborhoods and districts for every traveler” on Spreaker. 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 […]

Episode #027: How to choose where to stay in Rome – a district by district guide

Listen to “How to choose where you should stay in Rome” on Spreaker. 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 […]

Episode #026: 10 things we wish we knew before our first trip to Italy

Listen to “10 things we wish we knew before our first trip to Italy” on Spreaker. 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. […]