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Untold Italy travel podcast

240 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 533 ratings

Untold Italy is a travel podcast full of practical tips and advice to help you plan your trip to Italy. Travel expert Katy Clarke interviews special guests and answers your questions to help you plan and uncover your own, as yet untold adventures in Italy.

On our show we share highlights of the major destinations, off the beaten path secrets, best ways to get around, favorite food spots, cultural insights and much more. You’ll learn how to plan your Italy itinerary to include the places and experiences you’ve been dreaming of. And create memories to last a lifetime.

Our goal is to help you plan a vacation in Italy that suits you and your travel style. We love Italy and hope that by crafting incredible trips there you’ll be inspired to return again and again. Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and get ready to be transported to bella Italia! Make sure to visit our site for show notes, resources and more >> untolditaly.com/podcast

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A Tale of Roman Pastas - Part One

July 07, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

When in Rome.. you must try its iconic pasta dishes! Discover the key ingredients, origin stories and legends behind the classic pasta dishes of Rome - cacio e pepe, alla gricia, carbonara and amatriciana - with our friend and Testaccio local Nesim Bekalti from Full Belly Tours Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/181 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover our Tri...

In Search of.. Authentic Travel Experiences in Italy

June 30, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Looking for authentic travel experiences in Italy? In this episode we discuss what is an authentic travel experience and how you can find them in Italy.  But, above all, we believe, travel your own way, follow your own path and realise your own Italian dreams, even if they are part of a tourist experience.  Untold Italy Tours - small groups, local connections, incredible food and wine.. Come join us > click here for details Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/180 Suppo...

Italian Sparkling Wine: Toasting the Best From Prosecco to Franciacorta

June 23, 2023 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

Are you a wine lover? Then your trip to Italy has many adventures in store. Italy is the world's biggest producer of wine and there is much to explore. Today we're delving into Italian sparkling wines and learning which varieties to try and where, what to look for when you're choosing what to buy and of course, because this is Italy, what you should eat with it! Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/179 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip pl...

Living La Dolce Vita on a Study Abroad Program in Italy

June 16, 2023 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

Studying abroad in Italy is an incredible opportunity for many young people today including our guest Tyla who recently spent 6 months in Milan at a local university. Tyla and her mum Barbara join us to share their experiences and discuss the opportunities and challenges other families considering a study abroad program should consider before embarking on such an adventure. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/178 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE I...

Venice: Free things to do and low cost ideas to stretch your trip budget

June 09, 2023 04:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Venice is one of the most expensive cities to visit on the planet, but it's also possibly the most magical. Learn how to stretch your vacation budget further with our tips on free and low cost things to do in Venice. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/177 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover our Trip Planning Services | Visit our online store | Follow: Instagr...

A Week in Tuscany with Untold Italy

June 02, 2023 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Recently returned from their week in Tuscany with Untold Italy Tours, our guests Rita and Ed share their favorite moments and highlights exploring this iconic Italian region in the "Untold Italy" way. Discover our Tuscany tours - immersive week long local experiences departing from Florence in both Fall / Autumn and Spring Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/176 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Joi...

Top Italy Travel FAQ: Your Questions, Expert Answers

May 26, 2023 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

Some questions about travel in Italy are truly asked frequently.  So today we're replaying a live chat founder Katy held with our friend Italy travel expert Danielle Oteri from Feast Travel where we answered some of the most burning questions about how to plan travels in Italy including: whether to choose hotels or Airbnbs? should you drive or take the train? how many places can you visit on a 10 day trip? Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/175 Support the show Join...

Wheels and Wanderlust: Exploring Italy by Campervan

May 19, 2023 04:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Take to the open road and learn about traveling Italy by campervan as we chat with podcasters Tania and Adam who journeyed Italy from north to south in their trusty van with their small dog. You'll hear lots of tips about how to try van life in Italy and discover that there are some beautiful experiences you can only have if you're in a van.  Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/174 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist ...

From Tree to Table: The Olive Harvest in Umbria

May 12, 2023 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

Olive oil is a staple of Italian cuisine and some of the country's best drops come from Umbria. Here communities take part in centuries old traditions and rituals to extract precious oil from fruit grown on the region's many hillsides. Our friends at La Cuccagna, an agriturismo near Gubbio, share their experiences picking and harvesting olives in their idyllic part of the world.  Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/173 Support the show Join our mailing list and get ou...

Arriving in Rome: How to Navigate the Airport and Beyond

May 05, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

Get your Italian trip off to the best start with our go to guide to arriving in Rome. From what to expect at the airport to getting to your accommodation or next destination, we've got you covered.  Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/172 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover our Trip Planning Services | Visit our online store | Follow: Instagram • Facebook • Yo...

Home Exchanges: A Unique Way to Explore Italy

April 28, 2023 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

Hotels and apartments or Airbnbs are the traditional accommodation choices for visitors wanting to explore Italy.  But there is another unique way to enjoy your stay and get a taste of local life. Home exchanges are a relatively new concept that offer much more than a place to rest your head. Our guest Tim Van Patten shares his family's wonderful experience of home exchange in Rome, Sicily and Umbria for your inspiration. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/170 Support ...

Etiquette Tips for your Italian Trip

April 21, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

One of the joys (we think) of traveling in Italy is getting to know some of the customs and ways of life that differ from ours. It's a good idea to be aware of these before your trip, not only to be respectful and mind your manners in another country but also to enjoy some of the more interactive and community-minded way things are done in Italy. So listen in to hear our etiquette tips for traveling in Italy. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/170 Support the show J...

How to Find Authentic Restaurants in Rome and Beyond

April 14, 2023 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

Eating in Italy is one of life's great pleasures. Or it should be. But, unfortunately Rome like most major cities has it's fair share of tourist traps. In this episode we explore what to look for when you're seeking out authentic restaurants in Rome and across Italy in general. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned and contact info here > untolditaly.com/169 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join ...

Best of Untold Italy: The Art of Aperitivo

April 07, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Rerun of our popular episode on the Art of Aperitivo as we're on a short break for Easter in Italy - enjoying aperitivo of course! You can follow along with all the fun on our Instagram. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned and contact info here > untolditaly.com/168 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover our Trip Planning Services | Visit our online store | F...

Best of Untold Italy: Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Italy Trip

March 31, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

Rerun of this popular episode on how to avoid making trip planning mistakes as you map out your travels in Italy as we're on a short break for Easter in Italy! You can follow along with all the fun on our Instagram. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned and contact info here > untolditaly.com/167 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover our Trip Planning Service...

What to Expect on a Private Luxury Tour of Italy

March 24, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Imagine traveling in Italy and only having to concern yourself with soaking up the views and atmosphere of each unique stop along the way. In this episode we explore how you can do just that by traveling in private luxury style with a driver at your disposal and each day customized to your wishes. We're joined by Giovanni Guida, CEO of Joe Banana Italy who explains exactly what to expect when you decide to travel this way from planning your trip to waking up in the center of Florence, Rome ...

Itinerary Consult - Mapping out a Trip to the Dolomites and South Tyrol

March 17, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Italy is a country made up of 20 unique and special regions and each has its own culture, cuisine and quirks. So when I started planning our trip to the Dolomites and South Tyrol I knew I needed some advice from people with extensive travel experience there to make the most of our time. Listen to founder Katy's chat with Dolomites and South Tyrol experts Kate and Vin from Throne and Vine to discover why getting some expert advice for your trip to this region could make all the difference to ...

Italian Phrases to Know Before Your Trip

March 09, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Learning some Italian before your trip is fun and in our view good manners. Join us as we learn a few important phrases that are useful for any traveler with Italian teacher Michele, also known as the Intrepid Guide. Michele has developed a method for learning Italian in a fast and fun way. You cn take your learning deeper in her Italian for Travel course Full episode show notes, including places and unique experiences mentioned here > untolditaly.com/164 Support the show Join our mailing...

Pesto, pasta and more.. dishes from Liguria

March 03, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MB

Zingy basil pesto is delicious and it comes from the wonderful region of Liguria. This north western region bordering France is best known for the villages of the Cinque Terre but it's also home to some of the most delicious food in all of Italy. The dishes of Liguria are unique, tasty, fresh and wholesome and in this episode you'll hear all about the ones you need to try thanks to my friend Enrica who has just published a book called - The Flavors of Liguria!  Get ready to learn all about...

5 Reasons to visit Italy in Spring

February 24, 2023 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Italy in Spring time is beautiful, fresh and fun. Without the crowds or hot temperatures to contend with, you can plan your days around the best plates of pasta and be spontaneous too! In this episode discover why Spring is a great time to plan a trip to Italy and some of our favorite places to go. Join us on a tour of Italy's secret places this Spring > upcoming tour departures Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/162 Support the show Join...

Romantic Italy: Elopements, small weddings and vow renewals

February 17, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Italy is endlessly romantic and the perfect place to mark a special occasion - especially a wedding.  Listen as we chat to one of our favorite photographers, Rhianna Nelson, about her experiences taking the images of those special moments that will be treasured for a lifetime. Full episode show notes, including places and unique experiences mentioned here >>> untolditaly.com/161 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join u...

Delicious Dishes from Capri

February 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

Can a bite of a dish bring back memories of a favorite time and place? Oh yes it can. Let's go back to Capri to discover the recipes and food of the island that evoke strong memories of vacations past. For such a small island, Capri has several iconic dishes. We talk you through them and discover the memories they trigger for our guest Holly Star from Michel'angelo Capri.  Join us on tour in Capri > view trip departures and itineraries Full episode show notes, including places and unique e...

Popular Tourist Scams in Italy (And How to Avoid Them)

February 03, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Traveling is fun but where there are lots of tourists you'll also find the odd scam.  In general Italy is a very incredibly safe country however you may still encounter the odd annoyance while you're there. Listen to learn what to look out for and how to avoid them. Full episode show notes, including places and unique experiences mentioned here > untolditaly.com/159 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Tri...

Slow Travel Experiences in Tuscany

January 27, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB

Tuscany holds a special place in many a dreamers heart. Many visitors skip through the region to Pisa, Siena and even San Gimignano, perhaps stopping at a winery, and get a little tantalizing glimpse of the beautiful countryside. But what if you were to take it slow and spend a little more time there? What stories would you uncover? Or new friends and a glimpse into a different way of life. Listen to discover the experiences you can have in this very special part of the world if you're prepa...

All About Gelato!

January 20, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Gelato! Italy's answer to ice cream is truly one of the best things about visiting Italy. Gelato embodies Italian attention to quality, taste and seasonality and of course, it is simply delicious! In this episode, you'll learn what makes gelato so delicious, what flavors to try when you're in Italy and how to spot the places with the best scoops. **Enter our competition to win an Untold Italy tour package for 2.  Complete our fun quiz and add your details to win >> click here to enter** Cl...

WIN! An Untold Italy Tour Package for 2 [Listen to Find Out How]

January 17, 2023 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.19 MB

Want to visit our favorite spots in hidden Italy? Enter our competition to win an Untold Italy Tour experience for 2 people [valued at up to $US 10,000!] and you could be joining us in Puglia, Piedmont, Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna, Umbria or Capri! Simply complete our Italy Region Quiz, discover your ideal Italian region to visit and provide your details and you're in the running to win! We'll also send you a travel guide to the region you chose! >> Enter here to win In bocca al lupo! Good l...

Perfect Experiences to Try in Italy's Northern Piedmont Region

January 13, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Piedmont is a gorgeous region of Italy just one hour by train from Milan. Home to Italy's former royal family, it is a region rich in history, amazing palaces and castles and one of the most revered food cultures in the country, if not the world. Listen to learn the incredible and unique experiences you can try in Piedmont - from the white truffle culture to magical scenery and one of my favorite places in Italy (if not the world) Join us on tour in Piedmont > view trip itineraries Full ep...

Dream Italy Travel Destinations - Inspiration for Your Trip

January 06, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Deciding where to spend your time in Italy can be a bit of a challenge, especially if you're keen to go off the beaten track a little a discover those special places that make your heart soar. We asked our regular podcast guests where they are looking forward to traveling in Italy in 2023 and they shared secret beach towns, island escapes and ancient walking trails.  Find the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/155 Support the show Join our mailing l...

Listener Q&A - Tips for Planning Your 2023 Trip to Italy

December 30, 2022 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Planning trips for Italy in 2023 is in full swing - hooray! In this Q&A session, host Katy is joined by Danielle Oteri from Feast Travel to answer listener and community questions about organizing their trips to Italy in 2023 In this session, we discuss many topics - logistics, places to visit, planning your time and more. There's lots of insider information to help you decide where to go and how to plan your time effectively. Danielle can be found on the Feast Travel website and you'll fi...

Christmas Markets in Northern Italy's South Tyrol Region

December 09, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Christmas is almost here so it's time to take a trip to one of Italy's most Christmassy places - South Tyrol in the north of the country bordering Austria. Here, nestled among the Alps and Dolomites mountains, you'll find countless pretty villages in the shadow of snow-capped mountains. At Christmas time the towns come alive with Christmas markets, seasonal food and drinks and unusual local celebrations.  Listen to our chat with South Tyrol experts Kate and Vin from Throne and Vine to disco...

Dishes to try in Bologna and the Emilia Region

December 02, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

Attention foodies! Among the goldmine that is Italian cuisine, there is a shining jewel that is the region of Emilia-Romagna. You'll surely know its capital Bologna. Here they make Italian produce staples Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. But, not content to make some of the finest foodstuffs in the land, they take it to the next level. Listen to our chat with Giulia Tamarri (star sign "tortellini) as we discover the delectable dishes you s...

2023 Italy trip planning with 2022 hindsight

November 25, 2022 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

We're sharing learnings from recent travel experiences so you can build the trip to Italy of your dreams in 2023. Host Katy spent 8 weeks in Italy this year traveling to the major tourist zones, favorite off-the-beaten-path towns and regions and places she hadn't yet been to.  She traveled with a friend, solo, with her family and on a group tour and shares must-know information for your trip next year - where to go, places to avoid, and ideas for making the most of your time in busy destinat...

What to Wear in Italy: Best shoes, outfits and more

November 18, 2022 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

Deciding what clothes and outfits to take to Italy is one of the hottest topics in our online Italy Travel Planning community. It seems that this packing conundrum has a lot of travelers stumped so we called in our favorite guide book author and style guru Corinna Cooke for a deep dive into planning what to wear on your trip to Italy. Corinna shares all her secrets - from shoes and fabrics to consider to outfit combinations that work. Because we all want to look amazing in our vacation photo...

Pasta Grannies: Preserving Food Traditions across Italy

November 11, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

Trying "all the pasta" is something many of us dream about when planning our trips to Italy but few of us come close to achieving that feat. Not so our guest Vicky Bennison who has built a huge following documenting the pasta-making prowess of Italy's nonne or grannies on her YouTube channel Pasta Grannies. Vicky travels to Italy's regions in search of unique pasta dishes made by women with wonderful life stories, documenting their lives and recipes along the way both on video and in her new...

Venetian Dishes: Tastes of the Lagoon City

November 04, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

Wondering what to eat in Venice? The dishes of the lagoon city are inspired by the sea and environment around the city and its cosmopolitan past. Learn what to order and where to try the most delicious Venetian dishes thanks to our guest, local resident and cookbook author Valeria Necchio.  Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/148 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us...

7 Secrets of Rome with Michele Frolla

October 28, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

Want to know some Roman secrets? The Eternal City is full of treasures waiting to be explored beyond the obvious attractions. In this special episode, our friend Michele Frolla from Intrepid Italian shares her favorite places in Rome that you may not have heard of. This is a special preview of one of our monthly private podcast episodes available exclusively to our Untold Italy Amici members. Also included in your membership are our private group to discuss all your travel plans, discounts o...

Best Food and Wine Gifts to Bring Back from Italy

October 21, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MB

Italian food and wine is among the world's best. So if you're looking for ideas for gifts to bring back from your trip to Italy, or find those tastes that you crave from trips past, you'll find many, many ideas on this episode. Taste Florence founder Toni Mazzaglia joins us and shares her expert tips on the best food and wine products to bring back from Italy and where to find them - from olive oil and balsamic vinegar to amazing herb and spice mixtures. Read the full episode show notes, i...

Rome: Budget Friendly Ways to Explore the Eternal City

October 14, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Wondering how you can streamline your Italy trip budget? The best way to do that is to take advantage of all the free things you can do when you visit Rome. Luckily for us, Rome is one of the world's most incredible open air museums and there are plenty of things to do in the city that won't cost you a cent. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/145 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscri...

Sip Your Way Through the Wine Bars of Florence

October 07, 2022 03:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Nestled in the middle of some of the world's most iconic wine regions, Florence is a great place to start your  Tuscan and Italian wine adventures. The city's wine bars offer the opportunity to taste your way around the region's iconic varieties. Photographer and sommelier Robbin Gheesling shares her favorite Florentine wine bars - from the fancy to humble - to seek out when you're visiting the Renaissance city. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly...

7 Delicious Dishes to Try in Abruzzo

September 30, 2022 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

Travel and food go hand in hand, especially in Italy where the dishes are local and seasonal - influenced by the terrain and season. And there's no better example of this than in Abruzzo. This central Italian region is known for mountains and a stunning coastline so here you'll find rustic country cuisine and delicious seafood. Cookbook author  Domenica Marchetti joins us to share the delectable dishes of her family's homeland in beautiful Abruzzo. Warning - do not listen to this episode ...

Tale of 3 Cities: A Food Tour Adventure in Italy

September 23, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Have you ever taken a food tour? They're one of our favorite ways to get to know Italian cities. This is because there is an unshakeable bond between food and culture in Italy across all its regions - from north to south. Our guest Lauren Aloise, descended from Italian migrants to the United States, built food tour company Devour Tours to help share with the world the unique and varied food cultures of Europe and their importance to local communities.  In this episode, we hear about the dif...

Why You Should Spend 2-3 Days in Matera

September 16, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Matera is one of the world's most ancient and fascinating cities and it's tucked away in a pocket of southern Italy that many people never reach.  Resident and local guide Paulo Maragliulo joins us to share the many intriguing things to do in Matera, his adopted city. You'll discover that a quick day trip is not enough to uncover the layers of beauty of the old and new cities, the sassi cave dwellings and the surrounding countryside. Join us in Matera and Puglia in 2023! Discover Puglia's h...

7 Reasons to Plan an October trip to Italy

September 09, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

People often ask which is the best time of year to travel to Italy. And my answer is always the same - the month that suits you! But if I have to pick favorites then I choose October. Cooler days, harvest activities and fewer crowds are, to me, the ideal conditions for a trip to Italy. In this episode, you'll discover all my reasons for choosing October as my favorite month and some wonderful places to visit at this time of year.  Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned...

Secret Towns Under the Tuscan Sun

September 02, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

Frances Mayes book "Under the Tuscan Sun" and the movie of the same name inspired and continues to inspire thousands of trips to Italy. But what is the town featured in her tales really like? We visit Cortona and several other villages in this picturesque pocket of Tuscany with local guide Debora Bresciani to show you that around every corner you can find your very own piece of magic Under the Tuscan Sun. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/13...

Things Kids Love About Travel in Italy

August 26, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

On our recent family trip to Italy, our children asked if they could be on the podcast. After 5 weeks of exploring the country from Lake Garda to Capri, Rome, Tuscany and more how could I say no? Hear our 8-year-old twins describe what they loved about our time in Italy, what was challenging and what they want to see and do next time we take a trip there. You'll also discover why I made them walk down a mountain! Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untoldita...

Trip Consultation - Off the Beaten Track Tuscany in Focus

August 19, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MB

Podcast listeners and first-time visitors to Italy Laura and Ed wanted some help with planning their much-longed-for dream trip to Tuscany. So we asked our friend Danielle Oteri from Italy travel experts Feast Travel to do a live trip consultation with them. In this session we got to the bottom of their motivation for visiting Tuscany, what they did and didn't want to do and more. Danielle provided lots of suggestions for visiting small towns off the beaten path and wineries to enjoy along ...

Trip Consultation - Off the Beaten TrackTuscany in Focus

August 19, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MB

Podcast listeners and first time visitors to Italy Laura and Ed wanted some help with planning their much longed for dream trip to Tuscany. So we asked our friend Danielle Oteri from Italy travel experts Feast Travel to do a live trip consultation with them. In this session we got to the bottom of their motivation for visiting Tuscany, what they did and didn't want to do and more. Danielle provided lots of suggestions for visiting small towns off the beaten path and wineries to enjoy along...

How to Enjoy Your Time in Rome When it's Super Hot

August 12, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

Rome gets very hot in summer but often it's the only time we can travel. So today let's explore how to enjoy your time in the Eternal City when temperatures are soaring with travel tips from  Untold Italy host Katy,  recently back from spending 8 glorious days in Rome. Usually preferring to travel in the cooler shoulder seasons, Katy found ways to make sure her time in the Italian capital was a happy one, regardless of the sweltering heat. Listen to hear the 9 ways you can stay cool and enj...

Ancient Connections Along Puglia's Pilgrim Trails

August 05, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Puglia in the south of Italy is becoming well known for its beaches, delicious food and interesting architecture. But what do we know about its ancient and fascinating past? Hear local guide Paulo Maragliulo share the stories and history of the pilgrim routes travelers followed that pass through Puglia on the way to Jerusalem. You'll be amazed at the connections forged over centuries through a tradition of travel and commerce along these important trails. Join us in Puglia! Discover Pugli...

Palaces and Castles to Explore in Royal Piedmont

July 29, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

Europe is renowned for palaces and castles but perhaps we don't immediately think we'll find them in Italy. That's because they're hiding in plain sight near the royal city of Turin in the northern region of Piedmont. Here they wrote the book on building  stunning royal abodes complete with chandeliers, sweeping staircases and opulent furnishings. Not to mention that they've survived wars and revolutions relatively unscathed. Hear local guide Carlotta Muti tell the stories of the Italian ro...