Heading to Milan and love fashion? You won’t want to miss these top ten things to do in Lombardy’s capital, according to Kate Wickers. Fabulous and fast-moving, Milan’s fashion district is an area of both pure indulgence and serious retail business. The district’s other name, Quadrilatero d’Oro (golden quadrangle), loosely refers to four adjoining streets […]
Thinking of visiting Tuscany? This complete Tuscany travel guide covers the climate, accommodation, and best places to visit in every region. When many people think of Tuscany, they imagine rolling hills bathed in golden light, scattered with olive groves, vineyards, and timeless stone farmhouses. That postcard-perfect image is real, but it’s only one side of […]
Trust this Puglia travel guide for all you need to know when planning your trip to Italy’s authentic heel… Puglia at a glance Puglia is the ‘heel’ of Italy’s ‘boot’, and its hundreds of kilometres of beautiful coastline span both the Adriatic and Ionian seas. It’s an uncluttered region known for its whitewashed towns, its […]
Abruzzo’s Trabocchi Coast is home to many wonders. Explore our top ten things to see and do along this glittering coastline… Picture this: a stretch of coastline where the blue shades of the sea blend with the sky, and as you wander along the shore, the salty breeze mingles with the aroma of freshly cooked […]
When it comes to family holidays in Venice, there are a surprising number of child-friendly activities to enjoy. Whether you’re taking young children or planning a multi-generational adventure, Sara Scarpa shows you how to keep the family happy in Venice… For sure, it is true that if you are travelling with very young children, going […]
Join a small-group food tour of Sicily with Magari Tours. Discover the Island’s award-winning cuisine, exquisite local wines, and hidden gem locations… Quite rightly, Sicily has been named the European Region of Gastronomy for 2025*; a title well deserved as the island offers a wealth of local sustainable culinary experiences, allowing visitors to truly immerse […]
Discover the best things to do in Urbino, Italy’s Renaissance gem, where art, history, and fantastic food await – without the usual crowds. With its glittering coastline, rolling hills, and artistic treasures, Le Marche is often described as “Tuscany without the crowds.” However, as travel writer Chris Allsop discovered on a recent trip, this comparison […]
It may not be action-packed, but sailing off the Amalfi Coast provides plenty of relaxation and glamorous locations. When you think of hitting the high seas with billowing sails and a decent, salty wake, Italy may not be the first destination to come to mind. Don’t be deceived; although sailing off Italy’s Amalfi Coast is […]
Italy’s wild spaces abound with beautiful creatures, but which of Jenny Oldaker’s top 10 Italian wildlife have you spotted during your travels? Italy is not a country to which travellers flock for its wildlife – its wealth of cultural, gastronomic and historic attractions tends to provide a greater draw. But this really shouldn’t be the […]
The ancient hilltown of Ostuni, in Puglia, is a must-see for anyone visiting the high heel of Italy’s boot. Fleur Kinson leads you through the dazzling white maze of its streets You’ll probably have your first sight of it while driving along Puglia’s coastal motorway – a glorified dual carriageway, quaintly lined down its central […]