Untold Italy travel podcast

Ciao friends and fellow travelers. Welcome to our travel podcast Untold Italy where we help you design an Italian journey that actually reflects what you want to experience - not just the standard tourist checklist.

Host Katy Clarke brings together local experts, longtime Italy residents, and travelers who have navigated everything from Cinque Terre's hiking trails to Venice's quieter neighborhoods and the ancient sites of Rome. Of course we also head to the lesser known "untold" regions where you discover the soul of Italy.

Each episode tackles useful travel questions like: How do you structure your Italy itinerary to include both cities and countryside? Which Italian regions will suit your style of travel? What is the reality of traveling Italy by train versus car?

You'll hear detailed breakdowns of regional differences, seasonal considerations, and the logistics that make or break a trip. We cover where to base yourself, how to pace your days, which advance bookings matter, and how to eat exceptionally well without guesswork.

The premium Untold Italy app gives you ad-free access to our complete archive of 300+ episodes, fully searchable by destination, topic, and travel style - so you can find exactly what you need for the regions you're visiting.

Whether you're planning your first visit or your fifth, these conversations will help you move past generic advice and build adventures that fit your interests and needs.

Find detailed show notes and trip planning resources at untolditaly.com/podcast
For advertising inquiries: ciao@untolditaly.com

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Episoder(346)

Italy Travel Update - Siena's Palio - Happening July 2nd

A quick update from Katy on the Palio di Siena, happening in Piazza del Campo this Thursday July 2. The race itself takes ninety seconds. The four days of build up around it are why people come. Summa...

1 Jul 7min

330. A Perfect Day in Palermo - Sicily's vibrant capital

Local Silvia Riganese takes us on an inspirational walk though Sicily's capital Palermo. We visit the markets and main sights but also delve deep into local neighborhoods like Ballarò where you can fe...

25 Jun 48min

Italy Travel Update - A mistake even frequent Italy travelers make

A quick update from Katy on the one thing that catches out even experienced travelers heading to Italy: the International Driving Permit.Summary: If you are driving or renting a car in Italy on a lice...

23 Jun 8min

329. Learning Italian - Easier Than You Think? [From the Vault]

Learning some Italian before your trip can transform your experience in Italy - and it may be easier than you think. Regardless of your age or previous language-learning experience, Italian is conside...

19 Jun 52min

328. Walking the Way of St Francis: Central Italy's Inspiring Pilgrimage Trail

Eight hundred years ago, St Francis walked the roads of central Italy with nothing — and today, those same roads are waiting for you to explore. Katy sits down with Sara Zanni, Bologna-based archaeolo...

11 Jun 51min

Italy Travel Update - Short term rentals vs Hotels

A quick update from Katy on short-term rental restrictions in Italy and why she thinks hotels are the smarter choice for most travelers.Summary: Cities including Florence, Venice, Bologna, Milan and R...

9 Jun 3min

327. Your Italy Travel Questions: Choosing a base in Tuscany and for the Cinque Terre, hailing taxis and more

Your Italy travel questions answered. In this Q&A episode, Katy covers choosing a base in Tuscany and for the Cinque Terre, getting around the northern lakes, electrical sockets, how not to get ripped...

5 Jun 32min

Italy Travel Update - Heatwave and a national holiday

A quick update from Katy on the heatwave currently hitting Italy and what it means for your trip, plus a note on today's Festa della Repubblica national holiday.Summary: Italy is under Level 3 red hea...

2 Jun 2min