48 Hours in Milan: Discovering the city’s hidden gems

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 […]

Milan’s fashion scene: 10 reasons fashionistas will love this Italian city

Heading to Milan and love fashion? You won’t want to miss these top ten things to do in Lombardy’s capital. Fabulous and fast-moving, Milan’s fashion district is an area of both pure indulgence and serious retail business. The district’s other name, Quadrilatero d’Oro (golden quadrangle), loosely refers to four adjoining streets that are home to […]

The Oct/Nov issue of Italia! is out now!

Welcome to the new issue of Italia! magazine packed with inspiring features to transport you to Italy.  We begin in Liguria and the captivating Riviera di Ponente, with historic seaside towns and medieval villages. Bologna beckons next as we learn how this venerable city is embracing change, then off the beaten track to western Sardinia, a land of ancient stone dwellings, deserted landscapes […]

Trabocchi Coast: 10 reasons to visit Abruzzo’s hidden treasure

Abruzzo’s Trabocchi Coast is home to many wonders. Explore our top ten things to see and do along this glittering coastline… Picture this: a stretch of coastline where the blue shades of the sea blend with the sky, and as you wander along the shore, the salty breeze mingles with the aroma of freshly cooked […]

Things to do on family holidays in Venice – including free kids activities

When it comes to family holidays in Venice, there are a surprising number of child-friendly activities to enjoy. Whether you’re taking young children or planning a multi-generational adventure, Sara Scarpa shows you how to keep the family happy in Venice… For sure, it is true that if you are travelling with very young children, going […]

Sicily has been crowned Europe’s top food region – find out why with Magari Tours

Join a small-group food tour of Sicily with Magari Tours. Discover the Island’s award-winning cuisine, exquisite local wines, and hidden gem locations… Quite rightly, Sicily has been named the European Region of Gastronomy for 2025*; a title well deserved as the island offers a wealth of local sustainable culinary experiences, allowing visitors to truly immerse […]

5 helpful tips on how to buy a house in Italy

Wondering how to buy a house in Italy? The property experts at A Place in the Sun share five top tips for buying your dream home — and why Italy should be top of your list. There are countless reasons to fall in love with Italy. Beyond the beautiful scenery and enviable lifestyle, there’s world-class […]

Italian wildlife: Italy’s 10 most beautiful creatures we want to spot

Italy’s wild spaces abound with beautiful creatures, but which of Jenny Oldaker’s top 10 Italian wildlife have you spotted during your travels? Italy is not a country to which travellers flock for its wildlife – its wealth of cultural, gastronomic and historic attractions tends to provide a greater draw. But this really shouldn’t be the […]

Ostuni: Puglia’s ‘City of Light’

The ancient hilltown of Ostuni, in Puglia, is a must-see for anyone visiting the high heel of Italy’s boot. Fleur Kinson leads you through the dazzling white maze of its streets You’ll probably have your first sight of it while driving along Puglia’s coastal motorway – a glorified dual carriageway, quaintly lined down its central […]