Episodes

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

    Italy Travel Update - Siena's Palio - Happening July 2nd
    Jul 1 2026
    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.

    Summary: Katy walks through what happens during the four days of the July Palio, including the daily trials, the Corteo Storico procession, the contrada street dinners, and what you need to know about getting a spot in the piazza if you want to be there for the race. She also suggests a smaller-town alternative for travelers who want similar medieval pageantry with fewer crowds, the Giostra del Saracino in Arezzo on Sunday September 6.

    Listen to our longer epsiode abour Siena - Episode 205 - to learn more about this beloved Tuscan medieval city.

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

    330. A Perfect Day in Palermo - Sicily's vibrant capital
    Jun 25 2026
    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 feel the beating pulse of the city. Of course our day ends up on the beach with a beautiful sunset after a coffee, or three!

    Find the episode show notes at untolditaly.com/330

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    49 mins
  • Italy Travel Update - A mistake even frequent Italy travelers make

    Italy Travel Update - A mistake even frequent Italy travelers make
    Jun 23 2026
    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 license from outside the EU, Italian law requires you to carry an International Driving Permit alongside your home license. Katy explains what the permit is, why the rental desk and the Carabinieri will ask for it, where to get one, how much it costs, and how long it takes.

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

    329. Learning Italian - Easier Than You Think? [From the Vault]
    Jun 19 2026
    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 considered one of the most accessible languages for English speakers. In this episode, Italian language coach Monica Cazzamani Bona from Su Misura Italy shares practical strategies to help you learn Italian in a way that fits your goals, learning style and schedule.

    Find the show notes at untolditaly.com/329.

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

    328. Walking the Way of St Francis: Central Italy's Inspiring Pilgrimage Trail
    Jun 11 2026
    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 archaeologist and hiking guide, to explore the Via di Francesco. Thirteen trails through Umbria, Tuscany, and Lazio, all converging on Assisi, through ancient forests, olive groves, and small towns home to art treasures you will never find on a standard itinerary.

    Show notes with links and resources here > untolditaly.com/328

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    51 mins
  • Italy Travel Update - Short term rentals vs Hotels

    Italy Travel Update - Short term rentals vs Hotels
    Jun 9 2026
    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 Rome are all introducing their own restrictions on short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo. Florence has gone furthest, banning new tourist lets in its historic centre and expanding that ban. Katy shares her personal take on hotels versus rentals, and explains what to check before you book a short-term property in Italy.



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

    327. Your Italy Travel Questions: Choosing a base in Tuscany and for the Cinque Terre, hailing taxis and more
    Jun 5 2026
    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 off by taxis, and ordering in restaurants. Practical, honest advice and travel inspiration for anyone planning their Italy trip.

    Show notes with links and resources here > untolditaly.com/321

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    32 mins
  • Italy Travel Update - Heatwave and a national holiday

    Italy Travel Update - Heatwave and a national holiday
    Jun 2 2026
    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 heat alerts across Rome, Florence, Bologna and Turin, with temperatures hitting 35 degrees in late May. Katy shares practical tips for traveling in the heat, from shifting your day to beat the midday sun to the free drinking fountains you will find across most major cities. She also covers today's Republic Day holiday, the free museum day it brings, and why the big sites may be worth skipping today in favour of the celebrations.

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    3 mins