GaryApr 25, 20202 min readWhat is Liberation Day in Italy?25 April is probably the most important day of the year for many Australians. On ANZAC Day we reflect on the sacrifices of those who have...
GaryFeb 7, 20204 min readWhen is the best time to visit Italy?When is the best time of the year to visit Italy? We;;, this is what we think...
GaryJan 25, 20203 min readItalians in AustraliaItaly has a long connection with Australia and Italians have contributed much towards making our country the wonderful place it is today
GaryDec 14, 20193 min readGoing down? Elevators in Italian hotels....Elevators in Italian hotels can be small, slow and old-fashioned, but there are good reasons for this. Find out more...
GaryNov 18, 20194 min readClosed for Ferragosto? What the heck is Ferragosto?Ferragosto is a time in Italy that you need to consider when planning your vacation.
GaryMar 24, 20195 min readBeware of the dreaded ZTL!ZTL - or Zona Traffico Limitato - are controlled areas within Italian towns and cities. Stay away or risk a hefty fine.
GaryFeb 15, 20195 min readLa passeggiata: my favourite time of day...The passeggiata is an Italian tradition you must join when in Italy
GaryJan 26, 20196 min readRide the Metro and save those tired legs....Rome's Metro system can come in very handy for getting around the Etewrnal City
GaryDec 31, 20189 min readTen things to expect when you first go to Italy Ten things that might surprise the first time visitor to Italy
GaryOct 29, 20186 min readVarenna - prettiest town on Lake ComoVarenna is a pretty town right on Lake Como and makes a great alternative base to nearby Bellagio.
GaryOct 17, 20184 min readTreviso: Veneto charm without the crowdsTreviso is a lovely town located in the Veneto less than an hour from Venice and it's really worth a visit.
GarySep 20, 20183 min readMercato Centrale: Rome’s not-so-secret lunch spotWe often take guests on our guided tours of Italy to Mercato Centrale to enjoy a lunch - the choices are fantastic!
GarySep 20, 20184 min readCeriana - reflectionsCeriana is a pretty little village in Liguria in the hills behind San Remo.
GarySep 20, 20184 min readWhat is aperitivo in Italy?One of the joys of taking one of our guided tours of Italy is that every afternoon there's the chance to enjoy an aperitivo and relax.
GarySep 20, 20186 min readHow to order coffee in ItalyItalians do coffee really well, and here are some hints to make sure you enjoy the coffee you order in Italy .
