Listen to “263. Secrets of San Gimignano: Tuscany’s Medieval Manhattan” on Spreaker. Summary We welcome back seasoned Tuscan tour guide, Annarita Ferranti, who shares her insider tips on exploring the rich history and artisans of the medieval, hilltop town of San Gimignano beyond the famous tourist spots. What you’ll learn in this episode Anna has […]
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Listen to “262. Road tripping Puglia and Basilicata” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we meet Cassandra Tresl, originally from Seattle, who along with her husband Alex and daughter Emmy, has made Abruzzo, Italy her home. They love to go on extended road trips exploring other parts of Italy. Cassie’s philosophy of traveling with her […]
Listen to “261. Ischia and Procida: Italian Islands in the Sun” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcome back Capri resident and island enthusiast Holly Star to talk about the enchanting islands of Ischia and Procida, diving into their unique cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and insider tips on how to explore these captivating destinations. Whether it’s […]
Listen to “260. Eating in Italy with Dietary Needs – Part 2” on Spreaker. Summary We continue on our podcast on handling food allergies, intolerances and preferences when in Italy, with food tour guide and all-round food obsessive – Nesim Bekalti of Full Belly Tours. Part 1 of this episode covers gluten, nut and seafood […]
Listen to “259. Winter in Italy: A Trip Report” on Spreaker. Summary Having just returned from a winter trip to Italy, Untold Italy founder Katy takes us through her recent journeys to Rome, the Dolomites, and Venice, revealing hidden gems, unique experiences, and the allure of Italian winter wonderland adventures. Discover why this season might […]
Listen to “258. Strategies for Traveling with Dietary Needs in Italy” on Spreaker. Summary We welcome back a podcast favorite in this episode – food tour guide, chef and food enthusiast Nesim Bekalti, the mastermind behind Full Belly Tours. Nesim grew up in the Testaccio, the kitchen of Rome, and having lived and worked all […]
Listen to “257. The one Italian Word you Need to Know” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcomed back Italian language teacher Monica Cazzamani Bona, founder of Su Misura Italy. We explored the key to mastering Italian through personalized lessons and practical, everyday contexts. Monica shares her expert tips on making language learning enjoyable, […]
Planning, Podcast episodes
Episode #256: Unlocking Italy’s Untold Charm – Stories from Professional Trip Planners
Listen to “256. Unlocking Italy’s Untold Charm: Stories from Professional Trip Planners” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we feature some of our expert trip consultants – Kristen Jackson, Carrie Smith and Tyla Craven-Griffiths. We explore the ins and outs of designing bespoke Italian adventures, perfect for any occasion – be it a milestone birthday, […]
Experiences, Podcast episodes
Episode #255: Beyond Pizza – Unforgettable Naples and her many Treasures
Listen to “255. Beyond Pizza: Unforgettable Naples and her many Treasures” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we welcome back Untold Italy favorite Corinna Cooke. Corinna is the author of best selling book series Glam Italia! How to Travel Italy and runs boutique group tours for women in Italy, spending much of her year in […]
Planning, Podcast episodes
Episode #254: 2025 Italy Trip Planning – Important Changes and Tips to Know
Listen to “254. 2025 Italy Trip Planning: Important Changes and Tips to Know” on Spreaker. Summary Dreaming of traveling to Italy in 2025? In this episode of Untold Italy, we’re diving into the essential tips and key updates you’ll need to ensure your trip goes off without a hitch. Untold Italy founder Katy Clarke covers […]