You asked, and we have answers. In this Q and A episode Katy dives into a selection of your Italy travel questions, and as always, they are fantastic. We cover train travel with luggage, the best way to experience the Amalfi Coast, how to plan a second trip to Italy that feels nothing like the first, where to base yourself in Siena and more. Whether you are a first timer trying to figure out the logistics, or a returning traveler ready to go deeper, this episode is for you. 

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Ciao friends! We are doing a Q&A episode, and we want to hear from you. Planning your first trip? Going back and wanting to go deeper? Not sure which region is right for you or how to piece it all together? Send your questions to [email protected] and Katy will answer as many as she can in our upcoming episode. No overthinking it. Just hit send.

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Italian cuisine is much more than pizza and pasta. In fact there really is no such thing as Italian cuisine. What you will find in Italy are many differenty micro cuisines driven by the landscapes, produce, seasonality and traditions. Join us as we bust some myths about eating in Italy and how to choose the most delicious dishes on your trip.

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Bologna deserves more than a day but if we only had one we would spend it with our friend Giulia - a local who knows the city streets and porticoes inside out. Spend a day in this food focused city at the markets and classic trattorie but our secret is that Bologna will surprise you. Beyond the food experiences is thoughtful, cultured city with  Let us open the door to your Italy.

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It is high time the classic 10 day Italy itinerary was given a modern makeover and we are going to show you how to do it. Rome, Florence and Venice have been the route visitors have followed for centuries but travel has changed quite a bit since then. Learn how to avoid the crowds and build a little unexpected adventure into your Italy vacation so it is the right trip for you, not what the internet says you should do. Let's open the door to your Italy.

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Puglia is having a moment but won't be long before big crowds arrive. Join us as we open the door to Puglia as we know and love it - from thousand-year-old olive groves and life-changing burrata to the whitewashed hilltop towns tourists haven't discovered yet.

Discover why this region offers southern Italian warmth without the crowds, which places to prioritize (and which to skip), and the accommodation quirks you need to know before booking.

This is the Puglia that isn't on page one of Google.

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You've seen the Sistine Chapel. But have you felt Italy's soul? Join us as we explore Assisi and beyond on the 800th anniversary of St Francis's death. Discover why a merchant's son who walked away from everything is one of the keys to understanding Italy and its culture. 

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Let's take a walk around Rome with local food tour guide and one of the most fun people we know - Manuela! This episode is for you if you have ever wondered how a local Roman would spend the day exploring the Eternal City if they were a visiting traveler. 

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Curious about your Italian heritage? Ancestry research in Italy is a wonderful way to connect with your family history and see more of the country. Listener Pam shares her story discovering her family's migration story from Marche to Ellis Island and how her research has transformed her travels in Italy.

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Touring Sicily is a dream for many - thanks to its unique energy, rich culture, food, wine, and history. With so many unforgettable moments from Palermo to Mount Etna it is easy to focus on the sightseeing. But, feeling part of the island and connecting with its people is when the true magic happens. 

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