Want to learn a little Italian for your trip? Enjoy this favorite episode featuring Michele Frolla from Intrepid Italian while we take a short mid year break. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/279 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischi...
Jun 27, 2025•38 min•Ep. 280
Venice has evolved and changed in response to many difficult circumstances over the centuries. Today the city faces environmental and overtourism pressures - how will it adapt? Katy chats with journalist Erica Hill about a a new film exploring local initiatives aimed at retaining the economic benefits of tourism while preserving this beloved city and its unique culture. “Saving Venice” and the entire “The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper” library is available to stream now on Max or enjoyed as a...
Jun 20, 2025•36 min•Ep. 282
Summer's here and it's time for la spiaggia (the beach)! Everyone knows the Amalfi Coast but if you're looking for sandy beaches and fewer crowds, head to the Adriatic and Ionian coastlines of the Puglia region where you'll find some of Europe's cleanest and most popular escapes. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/277 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. ...
Jun 13, 2025•29 min•Ep. 276
Planning your first trip to Italy? Or even your fifth? Listen for essential tips, funny mishaps, and insider advice to help first-time visitors have a smooth, unforgettable Italian adventure - from handling cash and booking trains to finding the perfect pasta and packing smart. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/276 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Up...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 276
Podcast lovers, today we're sharing our favorite pods to get you immersed in Italian history, culture and language before your trip. From exciting history to modern Italian culture and creative new ways to stay up to date with Italian news all while learning your passato prossima verb conjugations.. there's a podcast to keep you entertained on a very long flight or even your daily walk. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/275 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS ...
May 30, 2025•18 min•Ep. 275
Step into an Italy that few English speakers reach but a place that holds untold wonders. The Marche region is only 3 hours from Rome by car (the same distance as Florence) and it was the vacation of dreams for our friend, Glam Italia guide book author Corinna Cooke Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/274 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PRE...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 274
Apples and strudel, alpine cheeses and speck in Italy? Yes you can. Head to the northern region of South Tyrol with us and discover the traditional dishes and wine of the Dolomites mountains and beyond. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/273 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorren...
May 16, 2025•42 min•Ep. 273
Want to know how to say thank you in Italian? Go beyond "grazie" and learn about the many different ways to express your appreciation in Italian language and culture. Plus we revisit tipping (again) with our friend Monica who gives you the Italian hospitality perspective. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/272 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade ...
May 09, 2025•37 min•Ep. 272
Step into the world of Italian hotels where everything (except the hospitality) is smaller than what you're probably used to. In this episode we let you know the quirks and thrills when it comes to staying at a hotel in Italy. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/271 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM for a one time fee to access Rome, ...
May 02, 2025•41 min•Ep. 271
Sicily on your mind? If it's not, perhaps it should be. Hear the travel stories of exploring this wonderful island from our guest Brie, who listened to her heart and headed to Sicily for countless adventures on land and by sea. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/270 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM for a one time fee to access Rome,...
Apr 25, 2025•49 min•Ep. 270
Ever wondered how you could take an extended trip to Italy and explore on your own terms? Our guests Kristen and Jason came up with a plan to do exactly that. Lucky for us they're sharing their tips and tricks for managing a working vacation in our beloved Italia! Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/269 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMI...
Apr 11, 2025•42 min•Ep. 269
Italy is home to many famous lakes but today we're visiting the quieter shores of Lake Bolsena in Lazio. This is definitely untold territory where you’ll find countless small villages, castles, deep volcanic lakes and stories for the ages. Our guest, local guide Elena, shares her beautiful region nestled between Rome and Florence Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/268 NEW! - the Untold Italy app - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID The app is FREE to download and che...
Apr 04, 2025•44 min•Ep. 268
Take Italy with you wherever you go! Today we're announcing the Untold Italy app, your Italy travel companion we've been working on for months (but in reality many years). Katy explains what the app is all about and what you'll love inside - including the ability to filter podcast topics! The app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia,...
Mar 28, 2025•10 min•Ep. 267
Let's go deep into untold territory to the beautiful Murgia region in Puglia. Nestled between Bari and Matera, this is a land of deep historical significance, ancient grains and plants and resilient culture. Oh and they filmed some James Bond scenes there too. Another Italian secret to add to your list! Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/266 COMING SOON! The Untold Italy app - check it out here Meet our sponsor - Intrepid Italian! Want to learn Italian fast? Our friend Mi...
Mar 21, 2025•49 min•Ep. 266
Traveling with extended family in Italy is a dream for many and our guest this week made that dream come true. Join us as we chat with our longtime listener Caroline Rausch about her family's incredible journey through the lesser-known regions of Calabria and Cilento in search of relaxation and family connections. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/265 COMING SOON! The Untold Italy app - check it out here Meet our sponsor - Intrepid Italian! Want to learn Italian fast? Ou...
Mar 14, 2025•48 min•Ep. 265
Train travel is often the most efficient way to get around Italy and it's really easy. Join us for a quick primer for using the train system in Italy. Learn how to book your tickets, what to do at the station and on board the train plus tips for managing strikes and more. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/264 COMING SOON! The Untold Italy app - check it out here Meet our sponsor - Intrepid Italian! Want to learn Italian fast? Our friend Michele from Intrepid Italian has ...
Mar 07, 2025•30 min•Ep. 264
San Gimignano is an undisputed jewel of Tuscany. Join us as we chat with local expert Annarita Ferranti about the town's medieval atmosphere, unique festivals, and culture that make this charming town irresistible to visitors. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/263 COMING SOON! The Untold Italy app - check it out here Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover our Trip ...
Feb 28, 2025•33 min•Ep. 263
Where can you find some of Italy's best beaches, a city as old as time, delicious healthy food and towns full of charm? Puglia and Basilicata in southern Italy have all this and more, especially when you take to the road and explore by car. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/262 NEW! Online travel assistant - check it out here Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover ...
Feb 21, 2025•43 min•Ep. 262
Just off the coast of Naples, Ischia and Procida are islands in the sun beloved by Italians. While most English speaking travelers head straight for Capri, these treasures of the Tyrrhenian Sea have their own unique charm. Join us as we chat with Capri resident Holly Star who loves a local island escape. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/261 NEW! Online travel assistant - check it out here Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checkl...
Feb 14, 2025•43 min•Ep. 261
In part two of our discussion about eating with dietary restrictions in Italy we discover what it's like to eat as a vegetarian and vegan and what foods to choose if you are lactose intolerant. Join us as we dive into a chat with our friend and culinary expert Nesim Bekalti about navigating allergies and food preferences while dining in Italy. *Note - we are not health professionals. Please refer to your preferred medical expert for specific advice relevant to your situation. Read the full episo...
Feb 07, 2025•43 min•Ep. 260
Wondering what it's like to travel to Italy in winter? Our host Katy reports back from her recent trip to Rome, the Dolomites and Venice and shares observations, what she loved and would do differently if she went back to Italy again in winter. Includes an update on the Jubilee in Rome. Spoiler alert.. the city looks AMAZING! Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/259 NEW! Online travel assistant - check it out here Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Ital...
Jan 31, 2025•42 min•Ep. 259
Have dietary restrictions and wondering how you're going to manage in Italy? Join us as we dive into a chat with our friend and culinary expert Nesim Bekalti about navigating allergies and food preferences while dining in Italy. In part one of this discussion we address gluten intolerance, nut and seafood allergies as well as general tips for working with restaurants to get a delicious outcome. *Note - we are not health professionals. Please refer to your preferred medical expert for specific ad...
Jan 24, 2025•36 min•Ep. 258
Want to learn some Italian for your trip but are not sure where to start? Join us for a quick online Italian lesson where our host Katy learns the one Italian word that will get your conversations off to a quick start as soon as you land in Italy. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/257 NEW! Online travel assistant - check it out here Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Di...
Jan 17, 2025•39 min•Ep. 257
Dreaming of an immersive Italian vacation but overwhelmed by the planning? Join us as we chat with Untold Italy's expert trip consultants Kristen, Carrie and Tyla, who share insider tips, their favorite secret spots, and the joy of crafting personalized itineraries from Orvieto to Ischia. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/247 LEARN MORE - Untold Italy trip planning services Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe ...
Jan 10, 2025•49 min•Ep. 256
Naples is one of Italy's most exciting cities. Raw, beautiful, intriguing and full of contradictions, this ancient city will tug deep at your heart strings long after your visit - if you make the effort to dig a little deeper than the obvious attractions. Join us as we chat with Naples aficionado Corinna Cooke and take a trip to Naples and uncover some of the surprises this city holds. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/255 NEW! Online travel assistant - check it out here...
Jan 03, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 255
Getting ready for a trip to Italy in 2025? There are some changes and large events happening in the coming year that are important to know about as you pull together your travel plans. We also share some timely reminders of how to make the most of your time in bella Italia. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/254 NEW! Online travel assistant - check it out here Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us ...
Dec 27, 2024•29 min•Ep. 254
Christmas is a very special time in Italy with celebrations starting in December and finishing in early January. Learn what to expect if you spend the festive season in Italy and some traditions you can enjoy at home. Buon Natale friends! Have a lovely Christmas! Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/253 Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover our Trip Planning Services...
Dec 06, 2024•18 min•Ep. 230
Are you dreaming of hitting the Italian slopes? Join us as we chat about the best ski resorts, insider tips on renting gear, and the unique cultural experiences awaiting in the picturesque Dolomites and beyond. Discover the charm of Italy's ski destinations and start planning your unforgettable alpine adventure! Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/252 Need help planning your travels? Our trip planning services are here to help. Support the show Join our mailing list and ge...
Nov 29, 2024•45 min•Ep. 252
On today’s very special episode, we're hearing from travel legend Rick Steves in an interview that first appeared on friend and fellow travel journalist Jason Moore's podcast Zero to Travel . Many of you know Rick from his guidebooks, television show and small group tours in Europe. In this fascinating discussion, Rick opens up about his career, personal life, and the transformative power of travel. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/251 Support the show Join our mailing ...
Nov 22, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 251
Curious about what happens on tour with Untold Italy? Join Katy and tour hosts Olivia, Giulia, and Henna as we recap 2024's highlights and including surprise snow in the Dolomites and local experiences in Sicily that tapped into deep connections. Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/250 BOOK YOUR 2025 TOUR - $US 250 deposit and ask us about payment plans - browse tours Support the show Join our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | J...
Nov 15, 2024•52 min•Ep. 250
