Untold Italy travel podcast

# 072 Magical Lake Maggiore   A short drive or train ride from Milan and its famous cousin Lake Como, beautiful Lake Maggiore is one of Italy's great northern lakes that offers stunning alpine scenery and a serene ambiance. Enchanting in all seasons, Lake Maggiore is best known for the incredible gardens and villa at Isola Bella, small local villages and mountain vistas. Our guest Jo Mackay spent...

# 071 Trip report: Celeste and Keith find family in the Prosecco hills   Motivated by a desire to learn more about her family origins, Celeste Dickey and her husband Keith visited the small town in the Prosecco hills where her father and grandfather were born when they visited Italy in 2019.  What they found was a generosity of spirit, beautiful connections and understanding of the life that her f...

# 070 Learning to cook pasta with Nonna Nerina If there's one dish that conjures up Italy in a bite, it is pasta. This most loved food has thousands of variations and is steeped in tradition. In this episode, we meet Chiara, who along with her grandmother (Nonna) Nerina, are bringing the pasta dishes of their village to the people of the world on Nonna Live their online cooking school. Chiara shar...

# 069 Aeolian Islands off Sicily - 7 islands and a live volcano Lying off Sicily's northern coast, the Aeolian archipelago is a little off the beaten track but well worth a detour.  These 7 beautiful and unique islands are where you'll find colorful coastal towns, interesting wines, mud pools and even an active volcano.   Our wonderful Sicily expert, Karen La Rosa returns to the podcast to share h...

# 068 Things you should know before planning your move to Italy   There comes a time when most travelers who visit Italy stop for a moment and wonder .. what would it be like to actually live here? Attracted by the relaxed lifestyle, beautiful surroundings and seemingly endless food and wine experiences, Italy has held an allure long before Frances Mayes penned Under the Tuscan Sun. If you're seri...

# 067 Amalfi Coast - where to and what to see   Beyond Italy's iconic cities,  there's one place that I know you dream of.  Spending some time on the incomparable Amalfi Coast is high on the Italy wish list for many, thanks to its dramatic landscapes, sun drenched shores and crystal blue seas.  But, will your experience match your dreams?  In this episode, we chat to local tour guide Pierpaulo abo...

# 066 Trip report: Valerie's solo adventures based in Milan   Originally planned as a trip with her friend, Valerie found herself flying to Milan on her first solo adventure abroad. There she fell in love with Italy, learned a few things about planning a trip there and also about herself. In this episode you'll discover the sights that charmed her the most and things she would do differently. This...

# 065 Umbrian towns and Villages. The hill towns with cobblestone streets and pots of flowers come alive in our trip to Umbria. Our guest, author Michelle Damiani, paints a picture of these charming villages that retain their unique culture and traditions despite the modern pace around them. From floral festivals to ancient civilizations, this relatively unknown region is ideally placed for a stop...

# 064 South Tyrol and the Dolomites Let's go to South Tyrol and the Dolomites where Italy meets Austria and mountains plunge into shimmering lakes. Italy's northern most region is where you'll find ski lodges and hiking trails and a fascinating culture that takes influence from both its Italian and Germanic past.  Join us as we chat with South Tyrol specialists Kate and Vin from Throne and Vine, a...

# 063 Abruzzo - hidden central region spanning mountains and coastline Abruzzo is one of the lesser-known regions of Italy even though thousands of its citizens migrated around the world in the last century. This up-and-coming region is blossoming thanks to better transport links and technology that connect its people to Rome. But Abruzzo retains its unique charm, traditions and folklore and enjoy...

# 062 Unique artisan made souvenirs and gifts from the heart of Tuscany As you stroll the cobbled streets of Tuscany's hilltop towns, chances are you'll pop inside a shop or two, intrigued by the beautiful wares on display. Home to talented artisans that continue centuries' old traditions, Tuscany is the place to buy gifts and souvenirs that will be cherished for years to come.  Our guest Arianna...

# 061 New Discoveries in Ancient Pompeii Pompeii is one of the world's most fascinating archaeological sites but what many people don't know is that new discoveries are made every year that give us clues into what life was like back in 79AD when Mount Vesuvius exploded. The devastating impact of the volcano was felt for miles beyond the current site and recently ruins have been uncovered as far so...

# 060 Garfagnana - hidden Tuscan hills near Lucca Explore Tuscany beyond Florence and surrounds and you'll discover areas rich with local culture and cuisine and interesting landscapes. Today we're headed to the Garfagnana hills that are rugged and covered in chestnut trees in contrast to the vine-covered regions of Chianti and Val D'Orcia. The Garfagnana is close to one of our favorite cities Luc...

# 059 Romantic Amalfi Coast weddings Valentine's Day is just around the corner so we're heading to the Amalfi Coast where hundreds of couples celebrate starting the journey of a lifetime together with family and friends every year. With some of the world's most stunning scenery, amazing food and jaw-dropping venues, the Amalfi Coast may just be the ultimate destination wedding location. Our guest...

#058 Italy travel update and Listener Q&A Vol. 3 Want to know what is happening in Italy and current travel restrictions? We give a quick update on the situation on the ground. We're also answering questions from fellow travelers who wanted to know how to get help if you fall ill in Italy, how to find a lovely agriturismo or farm stay, and wineries to visit in Tuscany plus more! Grazie, thank...

# 057 Chianti region - more than wine (though that's important too) Tuscany is high on many Italy wish lists but where should you go to experience this region? Tucked in between Florence and Siena, the area known as Chianti is known for beautiful rolling green hills, picturesque villages and of course wine!  Joining us today is Arianna Cini who was born and raised in the Chianti region and now hel...

# 056 Realizing the dream of buying property in Italy with Nikki Taylor Have you ever dreamed of moving to Italy for an extended stay? If you're anything like us, you often take a sneak peek at the real estate windows in pretty Italian towns that you visit and wonder what life would be like if you actually lived there. Maybe you've even tried to secure one of those oh so tempting €1 deals some Ita...

# 055 Piedmont: picturesque region in the north of Italy When visitors from outside Europe think of Italy's elegant piazzas, pretty hill and lake towns, vines for miles and delicious dishes, for some reason they don't often think of the northern region of Piedmont. Our guest Olivia Windsor is  here to change all of that with a sneak peak into the royal city of Turin/Torino, its decadent treats and...

# 054 Solo travel tips for an exciting Italian adventure If you were ever inspired to take a solo adventure to Italy then this episode is for you. Our guest Sierra Busch overcame her fears of traveling alone and has had some incredible adventures in Italy. Inspired to help others do the same, she's written a book to help those who want to visit Italy on their own make the most of their trip. Sierr...

# 053 How to plan your dream trip to Italy -  itinerary building tips from Corinna Cooke Buon Anno! Happy New Year! Usually, at this time of year we start thinking of the months ahead, the places we'll go and start planning our trips. We're having a different start to 2021 but that doesn't mean we can't start dreaming and putting draft plans in place for when things become clearer. In this episode...

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# 052 Buon Natale, Merry Christmas and our top 5 episodes this year 2020 has definitely been a year to remember and in this episode, we're focusing on the positives and revealing the top 5 episodes of Untold Italy. We've also got a few Christmas gifts in the form of lovely messages of hope from some of our guests on the show. Let's put 2020 behind us and look forward to 2021 and hopefully realizin...

# 051 Christmas in Rome and Italy Christmas is going to be a little different in Rome and Italy this year but regardless, longstanding traditions continue. From giant Christmas trees, sparkling lights and sweet treats, Christmas in Rome is a magical time. We're joined by author and Rome resident Maria Pasquale who shares with us her favorite traditions in Italy and Rome at Christmastime and how yo...

# 050 Josie's favorite experiences to have in Italy This being our 50th episode we are celebrating with a GIVEAWAY! As a big GRAZIE! and thank you to all our listeners who put us in the top 5% of podcasts worldwide we're running a competition with some fantastic prizes. Head over to untolditaly.com/giveaway for all the details. Seeing the sights of Italy is one thing but enjoying a moment of pure...

# 049 Unique things to do in Florence - author Corinna Cooke's favorite finds The highlights of Florence are well documented and of course, we covered them in episode 6 of Untold Italy. But, what if you want to have an adventure that is full of wonder, mystery and the stories of one of the most influential cities in the world. If you've always wanted to discover Florence beyond the obvious, join u...