High in the hills overlooking Varese is one of the most remarkable hidden treasures you could wish to behold – the rarely seen frescoes of the Sacro Monte de Varese As far as hidden secrets go, the Sacro Monte di Varese appears like the central plot focus in a sequel to The Da Vinci Code. Situated […]
ITALIA! presents a special, in-depth Past Italia! as Freya Middleton explores the long-lasting influence of the Medici family… The Medici family is one of the most extraordinary families in Italian history. They wielded economic and political power in Florence and in Europe for three hundred years. They were one of the wealthiest families in Europe in […]
Experience the magic of winter in the Valle di Gran San Bernardo. Join Rachael Martin at the vibrant Coumba Freida Carnival in the Aosta Valley, and explore the snow-covered slopes of the Great St Bernard Pass. It was carnival time on a cold February morning in the Great St Bernard Valley in northern Italy’s Aosta […]
It’s clear why this is a popular time for travellers to visit: The Amalfi coast is an array of colour as the first sign of autumn reaches Italy… The first signs of autumn arrive quietly on the Amalfi Coast. I try to hold onto the last warmth of the summer days, which seemed as if […]
Stuffed sweet peppers with Italian sausage and cheese make a delicious starter or side in this recipe by Mario Matassa Discerning Italians will cast a disdainful eye on the perfectly symmetrical peppers that sit on supermarket shelves all year round. They’re pretty, but often quite tasteless. The misshapen ones, the ones that have been grown […]
Milan is full of iconic must-sees, but there are lesser-known spots just waiting to be discovered. Here’s what happened when Amanda Robinson spent 48 hours in search of the city’s hidden gems, on a 2018 trip… Like all large metropolitan cities, Milan sets a busy pace. A centre for international business and at the cutting […]
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 […]
With this simple, step-by-step gnocchi recipe, you’ll soon be making a perfect traditional Italian meal with ease Jump to the recipe In the kitchen, few things bring as much pure joy and comfort as a bowl of steaming, homemade gnocchi. I love pasta, of course, but that’s a dish I eat as a staple. A […]
From immersive tours to relaxing cruises on Venetian waterways, these slow travel escapes allow you to enjoy Italy at your own pace. In a world that rarely stops moving, slow travel in Italy offers something truly special – the chance to breathe, linger, and connect. It’s not about cramming in landmarks or racing through itineraries, […]
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 […]