In this episode, 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 We welcome back Corinna Cooke, author of […]
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In this episode, 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 We talk to Nikki Taylor, who lives in beautiful […]
In Italy, summer means one thing – the beach! And with miles and miles of coastline to enjoy (7500 kilometers of coastline in fact!) In this episode, 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 […]
In this episode, 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. […]
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 […]
In this episode, 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 We talk to […]
In this episode, 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 We talk to Isabella Panzeri, who runs […]
In this episode, 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 We talk to […]
In this episode, we are once more talking about what Italy does best… food! Pizza is probably the most popular Italian food and a staple of all of our lives but many will attest (and we agree) that you haven’t tried real pizza unless you’ve been to Napoli (Naples). Show notes We talk to […]
In this episode, we are back in Northern Italy, to talk about beautiful Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s larger but lesser-known lakes, a stone’s throw from Milan and Lake Como. Show notes We talk to Jo Mackay from villa specialists Bookings For You who’s spent lots of time of the years on the shores […]