Milan travel guide

Join Amanda Robinson to discover some Milan’s very best sights and attractions, plus top places to eat and great accommodation to suit all budgets… Photos by Amanda Robinson unless otherwise stated What to see and do San Bernardino alle Ossa The walls of this 13th-century ossuary chapel are almost entirely covered with skulls and bones. […]

Italia! issue 168 is on sale now

As the days begin to draw in, top up your vitamin D levels with sunshine and blue skies in the new issue of Italia! – the perfect companion to brighten your autumn Whether you want to learn more about the cartapesta tradition of Salento in Puglia, or explore Villa Balbiano on Lake Como, we have travel […]

Walking the Dolomites

With wonderful locations, a warm welcome and delicious food, the Alta Badia mountains aren’t just for the winter, says Amanda Robinson Photos by Amanda Robinson unless otherwise stated Think of the Dolomites and what do you see? It usually conjures up a picture of snow-capped peaks twinkling in the sunlight, rustic mountain lodges, bustling cable […]

Drink Italia: white wines of Friuli

This far northeastern region of Italy produces white wines of such diversity and finesse that its present-day reputation is beyond compare. Our experts have found six fine examples Home to some of Italy’s most accomplished and adventurous white wines, Friuli-Venezia Giulia has embraced many cultural influences through the centuries, including periods as a major trading […]

Italia! photos of the month: August 2018

It’s summertime and we’re dreaming of sunny days in Italy – our readers have captured some spectacular photos from across the peninsula… This month’s winner:  “A photo of Cremona Cathedral at night, the day before sitting in the square drinking red wine and people watching. This is a lovely small town full of dog walkers. […]

Italia! photos of the month: July 2018

We love seeing your photos and this month we’ve got some fantastic snapshots from all over the Italian peninsula – enjoy! This month’s winner:  “Modica 2013. Cathedral San Giorgio Cathedral with wedding.” by Jim Mabon, Stirling   And more of our favourites this month… “Lago di Mergozzo is a small lake in northern Italy just […]

Into the blue: Almar Jesolo Resort & Spa

Amanda Robinson travels to northeastern Italy to visit Almar Jesolo Resort & Spa, a five-star hotel on the Lido di Jesolo that’s redefining the beach holiday for the 21st century Photos by Amanda Robinson and Almar Jesolo Resort We flew in to Venice’s Marco Polo airport leaving behind the chilly doldrums of London’s feeble foray […]

Ask the experts: Italian honeymoons, homes in Piedmont and more

Our experts are here to help with all your questions about Italy. This month, honeymoons and holidays, property in Piedmont and Italian tax liability for rental income on a UK property… Second honeymoon in Italy My partner and I are celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary this year and we would like to celebrate in style. […]