Italy Travel

Two Great Hikes in Val d’Orcia, Tuscany

Two Great Hikes in Val d’Orcia, Tuscany

When you are Planning a Trip to Tuscany, consider Hiking in the Val d’Orcia. These are two of our favorite hikes that you can include in your Italy Travel Itinerary that give you a real sense of the beauty of Tuscany.

Why You Want to Visit the Dolomites in Italy

Why You Want to Visit the Dolomites in Italy

When you Plan a Trip to Italy, we suggest visiting the Dolomites, especially if you like to hike. There are so many reasons why you want to include the Dolomites in your Italy Travel Itinerary! Find out why people come from all over the world for outstanding scenery, amazing hikes, and great food in the Italian Dolomites.

Planning a Trip to the Cinque Terre

Planning a Trip to the Cinque Terre

When you are Planning your Italy Travel Itinerary, you may want to include Visiting the Cinque Terre. Enjoy pesto, focaccia, fresh seafood, local wine, spectacular Mediterranean views and amazing hikes. We help you plan your Cinque Terre Itinerary during your Trip to Italy, and give you tips on where to stay, what to do, and what to eat while you are there.

How to Hike the Cinque Terre

How to Hike the Cinque Terre

Your Italy Travel Itinerary may include the Cinque Terre, which is a paradise for day hiking. Learn How to Hike the Cinque Terre by reading about the best hikes, which trails are open, and how to get a pass for the Cinque Terre Card. We recommend that your Cinque Terre itinerary include some amazing hikes, and this is a great guide to set you on your way!

Planning the Right Itinerary for your Time in Rome

Planning the Right Itinerary for your Time in Rome

Your Italy Trip Plans will probably take you to the ancient city of Rome. This 3 to 4 Day Rome Travel Itinerary will help you make the most of your time visiting amazing sites and eating incredible food. We offer our recommendations to help you Plan an Amazing Trip to Rome, Italy when you include Rome in your Italy travel itinerary

Things to do in Venice (Italy) in 48 Hours

Things to do in Venice (Italy) in 48 Hours

This 48 Hour Venice Itinerary will help you have an amazing trip! When you are Planning a Trip to Italy you may want to include Venice as one of your destinations. This guide shares great ideas for Things to Do in Venice in 48 Hours.

A Barolo Wine Tour: A Fantastic 4 Day Itinerary

A Barolo Wine Tour: A Fantastic 4 Day Itinerary

If you are Planning a Trip to Italy, you may enjoy an Italian Wine Itinerary. This 4 Day Itinerary in Barolo features Piedmont, one of our very favorite Wine Regions in Italy! The wine, food, and people make this one of our favorite places to visit in Italy.

3 Day Itinerary in Tuscany for Wine Lovers

3 Day Itinerary in Tuscany for Wine Lovers

As you consider your Italy Custom Travel Itinerary, you will enjoy reviewing our recommended 3 day itinerary in Tuscany for wine lovers. Travel through the beautiful Val d’Orcia, discover Brunello and Vino Nobile wines, pecorino cheese, and pici pasta in Montalcino, Pienza, Monticchiello, and Montepulciano.

A Terrific 10-Day Italy Travel Itinerary

A Terrific 10-Day Italy Travel Itinerary

A great Italy Travel itinerary for 10 days. It’s especially good if you are planning a first trip to Italy and includes Rome, Florence, Verona, and Venice. You could also travel on this itinerary in reverse and then extend your trip on to the Amalfi Coast from Rome.

A Quest to Find the Best Gelato in Italy

A Quest to Find the Best Gelato in Italy

When you plan your Trip to Italy as part of a European Travel Itinerary, include time to eat lost of gelato! Here are some of our favorite Gelato Shops in Italy and our quest to find the best.

Bagna Càuda: A Delicious Dip from Piedmont

Bagna Càuda: A Delicious Dip from Piedmont

When you are Planning a Wine Trip to Italy, you may consider visiting Barolo. While you are preparing for your trip, try Chelsea’s recipe for delicious Bagna Cauda (hot bath). It is a specialty in Piedmont.

An Insider’s Short List of Favorite Barolo Wines

An Insider’s Short List of Favorite Barolo Wines

See this insider’s guide to our favorite Barolo wine picks from Piedmont, Italy. The Nebbiolo grape makes this one of the best wines in the world.

Let’s Spritz It Up with Simple Summer Italian Cocktails

Let’s Spritz It Up with Simple Summer Italian Cocktails

While you are Planning a Trip to Italy or dreaming about travel, enjoy our favorite summer cocktail, a Campari Spritz

Eating In, On the Road

Eating In, On the Road

When we do our own Europe Travel Planning, we love to include nights when we can cook on our own. Trying to recreate local dishes makes us feel even closer to the culture. See how we do it here.

A Letter from the Langhe in the Time of Coronavirus

A Letter from the Langhe in the Time of Coronavirus

We have spent the last two weeks in Northern Italy during the Coronavirus crisis. Read about our perspective as Italy goes into lockdown.

Taking Italian Classes in Italy

Taking Italian Classes in Italy

Want to learn Italian in Italy? Ready to take immersive Italian language courses? Enjoy reading about our experience taking Italian classes in SIena, Italy.

Eggplant Caponata: Sweet and Sour Sicilian Stewed Vegetables

Eggplant Caponata: Sweet and Sour Sicilian Stewed Vegetables

Enjoy this great recipe for Caponata until you can plan a trip to Sicily yourself! Caponata is an extremely versatile Sicilian dish made with fresh eggplant, tomatoes and other vegetables.

Venetian Vongole e Cozze - Seafood from Italy

Venetian Vongole e Cozze - Seafood from Italy

The seafood in Venice is amazing! Enjoy our recipe for Venetian Vongole e Cozze - Clams and Mussels!

7 Things You Shouldn’t Miss in Florence, Italy

7 Things You Shouldn’t Miss in Florence, Italy

There is so much to see and do and eat in Florence! Here is our simple list of 7 things you must do while you are there.

Favorite Restaurants in the Barolo Region

Favorite Restaurants in the Barolo Region

Read our favorite picks for restaurants and wine in the Barolo region.