Italy

Welcome to the secret little spot of Comacchio in Italy and this inside guide that will show you history, gorgeous buildings and something of a surprise.

Dazzling rather than drab and steeped in salacious history, the mosaics in Ravenna are some of the best mosaics in the world.

Enjoy our inside guide to the charming city of Chiavenna in northern Italy.

Venice has a tempestuous love affair with the world. Millions of adoring fans visit La Serenissima each year, lured by the sirens of the Adriatic. Perhaps I’ve spent too much time squashed on the London Underground, but…

Explore these hidden gems in Tuscany and leave the crowds behind . Find secret spots, alternative places and get off the beaten path in Tuscany with this inside guide.

Forget tourist tat. Here’s a collection of fantastic, authentic Italian souvenirs worth buying, including tips on what to look for when you do.

High above the clouds of Italy, you’ll find castles in the sky. More than just a legend, they mark the home of the world’s oldest republic.

“Talking about dreams is like talking about movies. Years can pass in a second, and you can hop from one place to another.”

Oh, Italy, you unfair beauty, you. It’s hard to know where to start but here we will introduce you to the best Italian landmarks. The places you simply have to see.

Italian food. There was a time when I couldn’t understand what all the fuss was about, but I can barely remember that now. The moment my train slowed to a stop in Trieste (and, if I’m honest, quite a while before that) my daydreams wandered…

A collection of wonderful hidden gems in Italy and your guide to alternative and unusual things to do in Italy. Relax and enjoy getting off the beaten path in Italy. Finding Hidden Gems in Italy How do you narrow down the place that gave us Leonardo Da Vinci, Galileo and Michelangelo? The country that invented … Read more

Umbria, Cumbria. How one little letter changes muddy, murky mulch into overflowing olive groves.

Looking for the best things to do in Trieste, Italy? From literature to architecture and world-famous coffee, this surprising Italian city has a character all of its own.

From sonnets to the Godfather, these fascinating fun facts about Sicily will keep you entertained.

 Find unusual things to do in Rome, from stunning skylines, hidden sects, secret passageways and seriously good food. Let’s help get you off the beaten path in Rome, escape the crowds and see the best of the Eternal City. Unusual Things To Do in Rome: Off the Beaten Path in Rome There are plenty of … Read more

“This is the classic ragù that my grandmother taught me: a delicious, versatile sauce that can be used in many ways. Added to lasagne, any type of pasta, served with meatballs…” Lella from Cuoche in Vacanza