Untold Italy travel podcast

Untold Italy travel podcast

Untold Italy is a travel podcast full of inspiration, practical tips and advice to help you plan your dream trip to Italy. Travel expert Katy Clarke interviews special guests and answers your questions to help you plan and uncover your own, as yet untold adventures in Italy. On our show we share highlights of the major destinations, off the beaten path secrets, best ways to get around, favorite food spots, cultural insights and much more. You’ll learn how to plan your Italy itinerary to include the places and experiences you’ve been dreaming of. And create memories to last a lifetime. Our goal is to help you plan a vacation in Italy that suits you and your travel style. We love Italy and hope that by crafting incredible trips there you’ll be inspired to return again and again. Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode and get ready to be transported to bella Italia! Make sure to visit our site for show notes, resources and more >> untolditaly.com/podcast Interested in sponsoring or advertising on this podcast? Contact us at ciao@untolditaly.com.

Episodes

295. Favorite Food Focused Italy Travel Memories that Changed the Way I Travel

October 17, 2025 • 24 mins
How many memorable meals have you enjoyed on your travels? We're sharing unforgettable food memories from over 30 years of travel in Italy. From mozzarella in Naples to seafood in Sicily, hear how food, company, and beautiful settings create lingering Italian travel experiences and inspiration for your next adventure.

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/295

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294. Journey Across Northern Italy: Lakes, vineyards and truffle country

October 10, 2025 • 48 mins
Dreaming of Northern Italy? Take a virtual journey with us from Venice to Torino exploring shimmering lakes, hidden towns, food, wine, and of course the people that are preserving long held traditions. We're taking you backstage on our newest Untold Italy tours adventure to the regions that have had a life changing impact on our team.

Join us in Northern Italy in 2026 - tour details

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293. Travel Adventures in Abruzzo: Mountains, Festivals and Timeless Villages

October 3, 2025 • 47 mins
Ready to skip the crowds and travel deep into regional Italy? Explore Abruzzo where mountain peaks meet the Adriatic and every village hosts memorable food festivals. Local expert Cassie Tresl spills insider secrets on rustic towns, amazing arrosticini, and why Abruzzo is Italy’s ultimate adventure for culture-rich, crowd-free travel.

Get help with your trip on Cassie's trip planning proile

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292. Secrets of the Cinque Terre - Slow Travel Insights with a Local

September 26, 2025 • 44 mins
Uncover the true secrets of the Cinque Terre with our friend, local food expert Enrica Monzani. Travel in this region of Italy has generally been defined by the landscapes and romantic villages clinging to cliffsides. But, in this epsiode, we uncover regional traditions, hiking tips, village identities, and the flavors of wine and olive oil. Travel Italy beyond the crowds and learn how to experience Cinque Terre like a local.

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291. 8 Enchanting Italian Towns to Visit in Autumn

September 19, 2025 • 15 mins
Fall in Italy is a dream for travelers. It's a season of golden vineyards, festivals, and quiet piazzas where you can while away an hour or two. In this episode, we explore eight Italian towns that shine in autumn - from a hilltop town in Umbria to a city famed for truffle markets, and a Renaissance jewel and beyond. Discover lesser-known gems in Veneto, Lombardy, Lazio, and Abruzzo where seasonal flavors and breathtaking landscape...
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290. Modena's Black Gold: The Art of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar

September 12, 2025 • 43 mins
Balsamic vinegar ... but not as you know it. Let's uncover the centuries-old process behind this iconic Italian treasure. Discover why it’s a must-try for food lovers, how to spot the real deal, and delicious ways to enjoy authentic balsamic vinegar on your next travel adventure in Italy. 

Our tours of the Emilia region - go here

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289. Beyond Cannoli: Sweets to Seek out in Sicily

September 5, 2025 • 43 mins
Do you travel for food? Sicily is one of the best places for an Italian foodie adventure especially if you're a sweet tooth. Most of us know cannoli but what other sweet treats can you find in Sicily? Find out what to taste and where to find the most delicious Sicilian sweets when you're traveling around the island.

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/289

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288. Italy Travel Trends for 2026 and Beyond

August 29, 2025 • 40 mins
Getting ready to travel to Italy in 2026? We're discussing the travel trends and ideas shaping future trips to Italy. From AI itineraries to slow travel principles, planning your vacation looks a little different than it has in the past.

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/288

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287. The Perfect Vine: Wine Adventures in Umbria

August 22, 2025 • 41 mins
Following the vines through Umbria yields rich rewards. Discover the untold wines of this central Italian region and follow their stories through rolling hills home to medieval towns and long held traditions. 

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/287

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286. Unearthing Etruscan Tuscany: City States, Sacred Roads, and Remarkable Women

August 15, 2025 • 41 mins
Love travel and history? Join us as anthropologist Dr. Monique Skidmore unveils the world of the Etruscans in Tuscany - the original Italians - revealing their unique culture, powerful women, and the incredible sites you can visit to walk in their footsteps today.

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/286

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285. VIP Travel Experiences in Italy: Special Access to Iconic Sites

August 8, 2025 • 42 mins
Traveli is all about experiences right? Imagine being alone in the Vatican Museums at sunrise, turning on the lights in the Sistine Chapel, or stepping into Florence’s Duomo to view Brunelleschi's dome with a handful of other travelers after hours. 

We're discussing recently added VIP experiences at some of Italy's most iconic sites with Walks of Italy's Denyse Pantaleo
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284. From Dream to Reality: A Solo Travel Adventure in the Heart of Italy

August 1, 2025 • 60 mins
Solo traveler Rebel shares her transformative journeys in Italy, from spontaneous friendships to joining a traditional flower festival in Umbria, and hear how you too can find magic, community, and adventure in "untold" Italy!

*Untold Italy Tours - details

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/284

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283. Vespa Sidecars, Rooftop Bars, and Medieval Towns: Katy’s Italy Travel Highlights

July 25, 2025 • 40 mins
Curious what happens when you mix Roman rooftop bars, a Vespa sidecar adventure, medieval towns, and the Umbrian countryside? Join host Katy Clarke and travel to Italy with her latest trip report, revealing insider tips, plus unforgettable highlights from Rome, Naples, Orvieto and untold Urbino.

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/283

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282. Alpine sips: Spectacular wines from the Dolomites to try on your travels

July 18, 2025 • 32 mins
Attention travelers! The Dolomites region has an unfair advantage. Blessed with spectacular nature, it's also home to some of Italy's most celebrated small batch wine. Here grapes grow on vines clinging to mountainsides and are full of flavor. Discover the wines of the region and where to taste them on your travels  with our friends from Italian Wine Tales.

*Untold Italy's Dolomites tour - details

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281. Favorites: Italian Dining and Eating Etiquette

July 11, 2025 • 60 mins
Brush up on some Italian cultural nuances before your trip with these essential travel tips for dining and eating when in Italy. Enjoy this favorite episode featuring Nesim Bekalti from Full Belly Tours while we take a short mid year break. 

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/281

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280. Favorites: Vicenza: Renaissance Beauty near Venice

July 4, 2025 • 37 mins
Go off the beaten path in Italy's northern Veneto region and discover Vicenza, a city bursting with Renaissance treasures. Enjoy this favorite episode while we take a short mid year break. 

Read the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/279

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279. Favorites: Phrases you need to know before your trip to Italy

June 27, 2025 • 37 mins
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

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278. Saving Venice - What does the Future Hold for the Lagoon City?

June 20, 2025 • 35 mins
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.

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277. Favorite Beaches of Puglia: Adriatic and Ionian Coasts

June 13, 2025 • 28 mins
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

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276. From Cash to Coffee: Essential Travel Tips for First-Time Visitors to Italy

June 6, 2025 • 70 mins
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

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