Untold Italy travel podcast

This week we're heading to Italy's deep south and visiting Calabria on the toe of the boot. A region best known for its stunning beaches, you'll find so much to fall in love with if you plan to spend some time there as part of your Italy itinerary. Our guest today is Karen Haid, the foremost English-speaking expert on Calabria. Karen spent years living in the region. She now leads tours throughout the region and helps people with Calabrese heritage throughout the world discover the land of their ancestors. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/130Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

The island of Capri conjures up all sorts of emotions and special memories for many of us but in this favorite podcast episode, you'll discover many more. Island local, Holly Star, shares the romantic story of how she came to live on Capri and what she wishes travelers knew before they visit. Spoiler alert - a day is not enough!Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/129Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

Italy's Dolomites mountains and the region of South Tyrol are home to some of the country's most spectacular scenes and a unique Austro-Italian culture. Visitors often try to squeeze a day trip there into their northern Italian itinerary but today we'll show you how you can see the very best of this region in 5 days.Joining us is Franziska Dona who is passionate about her home among the vineyards close to  Bolzano and has some great ideas for your travels to her regionRead the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/128Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

We're revisiting Rome's wonderful Trastevere district in this week's replay episode. Local Maria Pasquale, author of Heart Rome and How to be Italian shares why she loves her local neighborhood and how visitors can enjoy its special atmosphere for themselves. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/127Get our Trastevere digital guide with self guided walking tour, restaurant and bar recommendations and more in our online shopSupport the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

An agriturismo is a popular accommodation option in Italy that offers much more than a bed to rest your head. Beloved by Europeans who are much more familiar with the charm of these properties, once you learn all about what they offer you'll want to book one or two for your Italy trip too.Sarah and Sal from La Cuccagna, a gorgeous agriturismo in the heart of Umbria, join us to share all the advantages of staying in an agriturismo and a peek inside what it is like to stay at their gorgeous property.Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/126Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

Replay of our hugely popular packing tips for Italy episode featuring Corinna Cooke, author of the Glam Italia guides.  This episode will get you organized for your trip packing in no time and is a great refresher for all of us who have got a bit rusty over the past few years - me included!Read the full episode show notes, including must-pack items we mentioned on the show here > untolditaly.com/125Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

Arezzo is a place that defines the cliche hidden gem. Not far from Florence, here you'll find one of the prettiest piazzas in all of Italy, a slower pace of living and centuries' old traditions. The city has been featured in several Oscar-winning movies and is a perfect window into local Tuscan life.  Our guest Debora Bresciani joins us to share her love of her city and its surrounds and you'll be left wondering why you didn't visit Arezzo sooner. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/124Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

Learning some Italian before your trip is a great idea. Speaking a little like a local is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in Italian culture and enhance your travel experience. There's nothing quite like ordering your first gelato in the language of love!Learn some quick tips for getting up to speed with the Italian language with Michele Frolla (The Intrepid Guide) including memory hacks and pronunciation tips to help you avoid making embarrassing mistakes. Info on signing up for the Intrepid Italian travel course > click hereNOTE - 20% off until Wednesday 18th PSTRead the full episode show notes, including more about Michele here > untolditaly.com/123Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

The Path of the Gods is one of the world's iconic hikes. With stunning views of the Amalfi Coast, it's no wonder people from around the world flock to the region and take to the cliffs overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. But this walk is becoming increasingly popular and with that comes some challenges. In this episode, we chat with local hiking guide Zia Lucy about things to consider before attempting this hike and alternative routes with views that are just as stunning but which attract fewer crowds and may be more suitable to visitors of different levels of experience and ability.Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/122Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!

Venice is a city full of wonder, secrets and special places just waiting to be discovered if you're even a little curious. Take a boat or vaporetto away from the main islands of the lagoon and come explore the lesser-known islands of Venice with us.Our guest, food and travel writer Valeria Necchio lets us into this special island life full of culture, tradition, artisan makers and even a flock of flamingoes. Read the full episode show notes, including places mentioned here > untolditaly.com/121Support the showJoin 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 • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!