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Don't wear a weeding ring, don't take out your phone, cover up any expensive labels. There are countless tips out there to avoid looking like a target, so is getting pickpocketed a real fear? Likewise, what are some scams you might run into while traveling in Italy? And is it safe to walk around at night? In this episode, we talk about crime, safety, and everything around it. If you’re planning...

Did you know? The Rome Jubilee is based on Jewish tradition. The Holy Door is walled up and must be broken down so that the Pope can unlock it with a hidden key. Your sins can be absolved (according to the Catholic church)! In this episode we get into the history and details of the Rome Jubilee. Plus, go check out our previous episode for all of the modern-day practicalities of visiting Rome du...

The cost of the transportation system is rising, and they're thinking about instituting a small charge to see the Trevi Fountain. But it's not all bad! If you want to walk to Rome, they're also pouring money into the Via Francigena to make it easier for pilgrims to make their way along the Canterbury-Rome road. And if you want to take part in the festivities, we have you covered! Here's a link ...

While it's taken a long time to come to fruition, it looks like the EU is set to rollout their new visa scheme in the first half of 2025. So, what does this mean as a non-European? Do Americans (if you are American) now need a visa to go to Italy? And what about this raised tourist tax we keep hearing so much about? Do you actually have to pay 25 euros a night in addition to a hotel room? In th...

Or, as Darcy likes to call it, Creepy Crawly Cuties! Are there mosquitos in Italy? What are those tiny little bugs that bite me so painfully? Do I have to worry about scorpions? Most importantly, do I have to worry about rabies? In this episode, we delve into the biting, stinging, flying, and slithering side of Italy! As always, we truly appreciate you all for listening! You can find us at ⁠onl...

Do you love trains? Travel back in time on trains from the 1930s and 50s for family friendly day-trips at around 7-12 euros with Fondazione FS (www.fondazionefs.it) . Or travel in style (there is a dress code), in all out luxuriousness with La Dolce Vita by Orient Express (www.orient-express.com/) or Venice Simplon Orient Express by Belmond (www.belmond.com/trains/europe/venice-simplon-orient-e...

Let's be honest, catching a train can be confusing, especially for those of us who aren't accustomed to public transportation. In this episode we explain the difference between Italy's two major train operators and what they offer. Plus, we answer common questions like "Do I need to validate my ticket?" and "What is validating a ticket?" Want to support our podcast? You can use our links to boo...

Picking up where we left off, this episode gets into the meat of the matter-the flight itself. Boiled down, it can be summed up as: moisturize, bring noise-cancelling headphones, moisturize, bring a change of clothes, and make sure your skin stays hydrated and moisturized. We also talk about finding the perfect seat on any airplane. To do this, we use SeatGuru (seatguru.com/findseatmap/findseat...

In recent years, the flight has somehow become the worst part of any trip. It's not just the delays and cancellations, but the baggage fees, the seat selection fees if you'd like to do something crazy like sit next to the people you're traveling with, and even the tiny, narrow seats. In this episode (and the next one) we delve into how to prepare for a flight and how to maximize (or minimize) y...

What to do if you miss your train? When should you book your train trip? Where do you get bus tickets? In this episode we will answer all of those questions, talk about best practices for booking train and bus journeys, and give you to scoop on where to find help at the station; it’s not always where you think. *Links with an asterisk are affiliate links. By using our affiliate link to book hot...

Should you really book a flight 6 months out? And when's the best time to book a hotel room? In this rambling episode, we talk about the best practices for booking a flights and hotels while also taking you on a number of [hopefully] engaging tangents. *Links with an asterisk are affiliate links. By using our affiliate link to book hotels you help our podcast! We get a kickback from the company...

In this episode, we address some of the issues that Italians (and everyone who lives in a tourist-friendly town) have with AirBnb and why they've become the poster child for negative tourism. However, hope is not lost! We also discuss a list of alternative types of stays in Italy that might not be available in other countries, such as convents, or farmstays. If you're thinking about booking som...

Welcome back to a Special Episode where we revisit the Venice tourist tax (a 5 euro tax for almost anyone entering Venice) that we first covered in a previous episode titled "Italy isn't breaking up with you, she's just setting boundaries". While the fee may have ended for 2024, this episode covers what Venice learned from the experiment, how it affected tourism, and what they're planning on do...

How Do Italian Hotels Earn Their Stars?

The History of Ferragosto

Why does Italy shut down in August?

Italian Cocktail Culture-Food Month Special Episode

Café Culture or Why You Have To Eat Your Food in a Specific Order-Food Month

Do as the Italians Do- Food Month

Navigating the Italian Menu- Food Month

New Cover!

Salerno: The Doorway to the Amalfi Coast - Beach Month

More Than Naples: Capri, Ischia, and Procida - Beach Month

Dos and Don'ts of the Beaches in Italy - Beach Month

Where To Swim Among Roman Ruins - Beach Month

Special Episode: Italy Isn't Breaking Up With You; She's Just Setting Boundaries

Naples: Not Just Pompeii

Naples: Language, Culture, and the Suspended Coffee

Naples: The Food! Oh, Madonna, the Food!