Discover Villa d’Este

Villa D'este

The 16th-century Villa d’Este at Tivoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site sits just outside Rome. The palace and gardens were created from a desire for status, yet a legacy that spans centuries has been left… How does a newly declared governor of Tivoli ensure that an old monastic building befits his new political status? He […]

Top 10 guide to the best of Italy’s coastal wildlife

The seas around Italy are teeming with life and its coastline boasts a thrilling array of natural wonders. Jenny Oldaker explores a few of its highlights… Images are Getty unless otherwise stated With a coastline of 7,600km (including islands), the sea has always been hugely important to Italy, helping the country maintain healthy trade links […]

The new issue of Italia! is out now!

There’s a summery feel to this new issue of Italia!, which is packed with vibrant features, photography and reviews to inform and inspire your virtual travels. We begin in Fiesole, a short bus ride away from Florence and well worth a visit. There’s our travel guide to Gavi in Piedmont – renowned for its wines, […]

The new issue of Italia! is out now!

The new issue of Italia! magazine is packed with vibrant features to inspire your armchair travels and your plans for the future. Take the scenic route this issue with a leisurely spring road trip from Sorrento to Salerno via the picturesque coastal highway, then delve deep into the waters that surround the coast, with a […]

Issue 183 of Italia! is out now!

  Join us this month for a fun-packed exploration of Italy, taking in some of the country’s best festivals during the season of Carnevale. We’ll also help you plan summer adventures with travel features on Abruzzo, Capri, Tuscany and Sicily. All this, plus tempting homes to buy, tasty seasonal recipes, news, reviews – and a few Italian cocktails to try at home! […]

The January 2020 issue is on sale now!

  Issue 182 of Italia! ushers in the new year with a wealth of inspiration for everyone who loves Italy. From a weekend break in Trento to a culinary cruise on Venice’s lagoon and carnival celebrations in Aosta, there’s plenty to help you plan your next adventure. You’ll also find tempting Italian homes to buy, the […]

Italia! magazine issue 181 is on sale now!

  There’s a decidedly festive feel to issue 181 of Italia!. Join us this month for an exploration of Christmas celebrations in Italy, from lively festivities in Milan to highlights of the season from Sorrento, Naples and more. We also take to the slopes in Courmayeur and enjoy a voyage of discovery in Molise. All this, plus […]

Italia! magazine issue 180 is on sale now!

Get away from it all with the new issue of Italia! From Puglia’s sun-drenched shores to an exploration of mysterious legends in Venice and a train journey through Abruzzo and Molise, you’ll find travel ideas galore! Plus, there’s plenty of food and drink to tempt you, with hearty winter dishes, recipes from Liguria and the […]

Italia! magazine issue 179 is out now!

Join us in our latest issue of Italia! as we explore the fragrant lavender fields of Piedmont, enjoy an inspiring Sardinian train ride and visit one of Aosta Valley’s most relaxing spots – we’ll even bring you some highlights from Venice’s buzzing Biennale! Elsewhere, there are more tempting Italian homes to browse, language practice and […]