This week we are headed to a jewel of the Mediterranean and Italy’s second-largest island – beautiful Sardinia (or Sardegna as it’s called in Italian). Not as well known outside Europe as her southern sister Sicily, Sardinia is however a very popular resort island beloved by Europeans with stunning beaches and rich in history, culture, […]
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This week we take you around different corners of Italy, following a family who, having taken various trips around Europe, have found themselves returning to Italy again and again. Show notes In this episode, we talk to father and daughter duo Bill and Abbey Wrobleski about their family adventures in Italy which started in 2003 […]
This week we are talking about what and how to pack for a trip to Italy. With hundreds of trips in the bag and mistakes learned along the way, we share tips on what to take as well as, importantly, what not to take. Show notes In this episode, we welcome back Corinna Cooke, author […]
This week we head to the South Eastern region of Puglia – the heel of Italy’s boot. Puglia is deservedly having its moment in the sun – with beautiful landscapes, white-washed towns with baroque architecture, turquoise waters, and the iconic Trulli houses. Show notes In this episode, we talk to Nikki Taylor, who lives in […]
In Italy, summer means one thing – the beach! And with miles and miles of coastline to enjoy (7500 kilometers of coastline in fact!), This week we head to the Maremma region in Tuscany. Covering almost a quarter of Tuscany, Maremma in the South West and has a stunning coastline known as the Silver Coast. […]
This week we hear about an extended family adventure to Rome and Sorrento with a Mediterranean cruise thrown in for good measure! We get some top tips for traveling with young children (food and breaks feature heavily!) and hear all about the different types of travel you can enjoy in the same trip. Show notes […]
Do you want to take beautiful photos of Italy when you finally get there? Instagram is full of stunning snaps of iconic Italian sights and picturesque views but how can you capture them yourself and make sure you’re in them. Show notes In this episode, we are talking to Natalie and Andrea, both professional photographers […]
This week we are talking about the Prosecco Hills, just north of Venice in Northern Italy. Prosecco is a fresh light sparkling wine that is perfect for any celebration, aperitivo or just because. It’s become increasingly popular and seems to have taken over the world in recent years! Show notes In this episode, we talk […]
This week we return to the lakes of Northern Italy, to talk about Italy’s most well-known and glamorous of lakes – Lake Como. We learn what a ‘real lunch’ is, about hikes and huts, as well as the other side of Lake Como (literally). Show notes In this episode, we talk to Isabella Panzeri, who […]
This week we’re talking to someone who did an Italy trip from the top to the toe. It’s always great to hear how others go about doing things. It often sparks new ideas and maybe a different way of looking at how and where you’d like to travel. Show notes In this episode, we talk […]