Italia! photos of the month: May 2018

We love seeing your Italian snaps, and these are the winning photos for this month. Which is your favourite…? This month’s winner:  “Boat trip from Panarea, heading to Stromboli. Summer 2017.” by Karen McKenna, Ushaw Moor   And more of this month’s best reader snaps… “We have travelled around Italy during the past 30 years. This […]

A good read: 7 great Italian book fairs and festivals

For lovers of Italian language, literature and culture, Lorenza Bacino offers a round-up of some of the nation’s lesser-known book fairs and literary festivals 1. CaLibro Festival, Città di Castello “We share a passion for books,” says Andrea Tafini, one of the organisers of the CaLibro Festival in Città di Castello, Perugia. His small group […]

Drink Italia: Six favourite reds for 2018

We asked our wine buyers to recommend good-value Italian red wines to enjoy this spring and beyond. Here are six we think will become favourites for 2018… Even if you have your ‘go-to’ wines, one of the joys of wine appreciation is finding a new bottle that surprises you and goes on to become a favourite. […]

Italia! issue 162 is on sale now

There’s so much packed into the new issue of Italia!, including travel inspiration all the way from Friuli-Venezia Giulia down to Sardinia, taking in Tuscany and Puglia (and more!) along the way… You’ll also find mouthwatering Mediterranean recipes from the Hairy Bikers and get the lowdown on property prospects in beautiful Puglia.         […]

A Home from Home: Exploring Italian Homestays

For those looking to discover Italy in a new light while enjoying different experiences and meeting new friends, homestay holidays offer an immersive and unique trip that will leave a lasting impression. Thousands of Italians are opening their doors and welcoming eager travellers to experience life as local and with numerous activities, locations and experiences […]

Italia! Christmas gift guide 2017

Bring some Italian style to the festive season with our fantastic Italia! Christmas gift guide. Featuring gift ideas for the whole family! Marche Leather Goods Beautiful leather goods including handbags, manbags and purses. All lovingly designed and totally handmade from the very finest Italian leather by local artisan producers, specially sourced for you by From […]