Listen to “299. Orvieto: City of Understated Charm” on Spreaker. Summary We head to Orvieto, Umbria, in this episode with local tour guide Elena Ronca, who shares her passion for this enchanting hilltop city in Umbria. She reveals what makes Orvieto so special – from its medieval architecture and Etruscan roots to its magnificent cathedral […]
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Episode #298: Palazzo Novello – Off the Beaten Path in Italy’s Lombardy Region
Listen to “298. Palazzo Novello: Off the Beaten Path in Lombardy” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, Untold Italy founder Katy Clarke takes us on a heartfelt return to a place that inspired the very creation of this podcast: the enchanting Palazzo Novello, a charming, all-female-run historic hotel nestled in the lesser-known town of Montichiari, […]
Listen to “297. How to Travel Italy Your Way: Insights From Our Experts” on Spreaker. Summary Whether you’re planning an independent trip or joining a guided tour (or a mix!), this episode explores the pros and cons of each travel style – from flexibility and logistics to authentic local experiences. Our team of Trip Consultants, […]
Listen to “296. Sicily in Spring: An Italy Travel Dream For the Ages” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcome back Untold Italy tour guide, culinary expert and Sicily local, Henna Garrison, to discover the magic of Sicily in spring. Henna shares how the island bursts to life with blooming wildflowers, lively festivals, and […]
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Episode #295: Favorite Food Focused Italy Travel Memories that Changed the Way I Travel
Listen to “295. Favorite Food Focused Italy Travel Memories that Changed the Way I Travel” on Spreaker. Summary In this heartfelt episode of Untold Italy, founder Katy Clarke reflects on the deep connection between food, memory, and the places that shape them. From revelatory bites of mozzarella in Naples and Puglia to family-filled pasta meals […]
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Episode #294: Journey Across Northern Italy – Lakes, vineyards and truffle country
Listen to “294. Journey Across Northern Italy: Lakes, vineyards and truffle country” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we go behind the scenes of Untold Italy’s new Northern Italy Tour with Untold Italy founder Katy Clarke and Chief Experience Officer Olivia Windsor. Learn what inspired the tour, their thoughtful approach to crafting immersive and meaningful […]
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Episode #293: Travel Adventures in Abruzzo – Mountains, Festivals and Timeless Villages
Listen to “293. Travel Adventures in Abruzzo: Mountains, Festivals and Timeless Villages” on Spreaker. Summary We welcome back Cassie Tresl, Untold Italy trip consultant and Abruzzo local from the US. Cassie reveals what makes Abruzzo so special – from vibrant festivals and family traditions to landscapes stretching from mountain peaks to the Adriatic. Life in […]
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Episode #292: Secrets of the Cinque Terre – Slow Travel Insights with a Local
Listen to “292. Secrets of the Cinque Terre – Slow Travel Insights with a Local” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we are joined by Ligurian cookbook author and food experience curator Enrica Monzani for an insider’s look at one of Italy’s most iconic destinations – the Cinque Terre. Enrica shares her deep knowledge of […]
Listen to “291. 8 Enchanting Italian Towns to Visit in Autumn” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, host Katy shares her top eight towns that truly come alive in the golden glow of Autumn – from the mist-kissed heights of Orvieto to the lakeside serenity of Mantua and the dramatic vistas of Civita di Bagnoregio. […]
Listen to “290. Modena’s Black Gold: The Art of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar” on Spreaker. Summary This episode takes you deep into one of Italy’s most treasured culinary traditions: traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena. Giulia Tamarri, a local from Emilia-Romagna and beloved Untold Italy guide, shares the history, centuries-old process, and family traditions that keep this […]