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Five things I miss about Italy when I’m not there
The warm cornetto, the aching calves, the olive oil you could drink straight from the bottle. Five everyday things I miss about Italy, and why ordinary life there is so hard to leave.
Italian Phrases
The very first time I arrived in Italy, I was armed with exactly two Italian words. Ciao. And pizza (I was only in my early 20’s, so I think all can be forgiven). And while both of those did a reasonable job, what happened when I actually started trying to speak the language, even a little bit, was something I honestly didn't expect.
Where to Go in Italy When You Hate Crowds
Italy doesn’t have to mean packed streets, endless queues and overwhelming cities. Here are some quieter Italian destinations for travellers who prefer space, slower days and places beyond the usual tourist trail.
The Taste of Italy
There is a specific kind of ache that hits you on the journey home from Italy. Not sadness exactly. More like an awareness (nope, actually it’s 100% sadness 🥲). You've spent days eating food that tastes as if it came from the ground it was grown in, sitting at tables where no one is in a hurry, drinking wine in the afternoon like it's perfectly reasonable.
The Driving Tips You Need to Know Before Touring Italy
I still remember the moment I pulled out of the airport car park in Pisa. It was a tiny blue Fiat Cinquecento, and it was 10 pm. Every single sign seemed to be pointing somewhere I didn’t recognise, and I had to join the main autostrada without causing mayhem. My hands were on the wheel, my maps were loaded, and I thought: what on earth am I doing?
Slow Travel in Puglia:
Planning a trip to Puglia and want to go beyond the usual tourist trail? This is where slowing down changes everything. From the dramatic coastline of the Gargano Peninsula to quieter bases like Conversano, this is a different side of southern Italy. Less polished, more instinctive, and far more rewarding if you let it unfold at its own pace.
Travelling to Italy in Uncertain Times: What to Expect
Planning a trip to Italy has always felt simple somehow. The light, the food, the slower rhythm of it all often makes it easy to imagine.
But lately, global events have started to shape even those quieter plans, from flight routes to fuel costs and the rising price of travel.
Travelling to Italy in Spring: What to Expect
Spring in Italy is a season of quiet shifts.
From changing landscapes and local rhythms to lighter food and slower days, this guide shares what to expect and how to move with it.
On the Road Again: A Slower Side of Tuscany
This wasn’t a trip of big highlights or must see moments.
It was quieter than that.
A meal I didn’t expect.
A place that made it easy to slow down.
A new friendship that came out of nowhere.
Lessons From the Road
When I set off on my three-week solo road trip from Pisa to Abruzzo, I thought I was just heading out for another Italian adventure. A loop through hilltop towns, winding roads, and a few quiet B&B stays along the way. But like most things in Italy, what unfolded went far deeper than I’d planned.
A long weekend in milan
Planning a long weekend in Milan? This stylish and culture-rich Italian city is the perfect destination for a short break, especially for solo travellers. With walkable streets, world-class art, buzzing canal-side cafes, and easy train access to places like Turin and Lake Como
My Love AFFair with Italy
Italy has been my muse, my escape, and my home away from home. My lifelong passion for this enchanting country began in the early 1990s when I was a young professional dancer with the English National Ballet. Here’s a glimpse into my unforgettable journey through Italy—a love affair filled with dance, adventure, healing, and timeless beauty.