Jenny Oldaker dives in for a transformative wellness sailing adventure around the islands of northern Sardinia Despite my previous sailing experience extending to little more than a gentle pedalo around the lake of a local park, I’ve long been a keen believer in the healing powers of being out on water. This concept is also […]
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 […]
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 […]
A painting often really does speak a thousand words and in this one, we get to dive into the mystical world of Dante Inside the cathedral in Florence, just before the presbytery, on the left aisle wall, there is a painting of Dante (1265-1321). It is a wonderful visual biography of this much-loved national icon. […]
Novice skier Amy McPherson found the perfect place to learn in Sauris, Friuli-Venezia Giulia – but it wasn’t the skiing that truly captured her heart… Words and photos © Amy McPherson Let me begin by admitting that skiing is not my forté. I do, however, have a fascination with snow and thought that perhaps it […]
Discovering that you can claim Italian citizenship through your parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, and in some cases even great-great-grandparents can be very exciting. But what is the process like, and is it easy to get Italian citizenship? Compared to other countries, Italian citizenship by descent is one of the simplest to acquire for a variety of […]
From the Feast of the Immaculate Conception to La Festa della Befana, experience five of the most significant religious festivals in Italy and discover why they remain an integral part of Italian identity… Italy is steeped in history and tradition, and its religious festivals reflect this rich cultural tapestry. Religious festivals in Italy are celebrated […]
1948 cases: If you are eligible to apply for Italian citizenship by descent through a parent, grandparent, great-grandparent, or other ancestor, you might have come across this phrase. But what does this mean, exactly, and does it affect your application for citizenship? 1948 cases apply specifically to those who are seeking Italian citizenship through a […]
In the Siena region and neighbouring Chianti Classico territory, Amy McPherson meets a group of passionate Tuscans whose love for their land is creating a lifestyle and production choice of returning to the basics Giovanni Stella never thought he’d become a winemaker. “I wanted to go fishing!” he admits, arms waving like a conductor of […]
Uncover the secrets of Italy’s forgotten towns in the new issue of Italia!. This issue, we begin with a captivating exploration of Italy’s ghost towns. From abandoned villages to towns reborn, each location tells its own unique story. Our journey through Sicily’s wild landscapes also reveals some intriguing folklore that will surprise you! And don’t […]