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The Italy Travel Podcast - An Only A Bag Podcast

Darcy Melton | Nathaniel Mellor
Italy
Naples
Venice
Rome
Florence
Amalfi Coast
Travel Tips
Overtourism
Airbnb
Positano
Pompeii
Air Travel
Tourism
Public Transportation
Travel Planning
Cilento Coast
Sorrento
Cicchetti
Airline Passenger Rights
Centro Storico

New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Your guide to Italy travel! Hosts Darcy and Nathaniel—two tourists-turned-locals—offer advice like how to get off the beaten path (like going south), how order coffee like a local (at the bar), and most importantly, where to find authentic Italian food and gelato. Visit Italy with us every week from home or in the car. Whether you’re planning an Italy vacat... more

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Spring has sprung (and we're a little late) but in that season of renewal (spring and our brand-new name and cover art) we thought we'd look at some little-known parks in Rome that are right in the middle of everything, but hidden.

We've often talk... more

In this episode we'll talk about how to get to Sorrento and the pros and cons of traveling there by ferry vs. train. We'll also talk about the difference between two trains from Naples to Sorrento which are often confused with each other, the Circumv... more

While we've talked about great deal about the Amalfi Coast, we only recently realized on a short trip up to Sorrento that we've never talked about it by itself, despite the fact we've been there so often. Today, we've decided to rectify that! In this... more

We're continuing this month's headlines episodes today talking about a contentious new bonus for immigration lawyers in Italy, a bank robbery in Naples with possible connections to other high profile robberies, and a jewelry store robbery in Rome. We... more

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Darcy Melton
Co-host of the Italy-focused travel podcast, consistently delivering on-location tips and practical travel advice.
Nathaniel Malor
Co-host known for blending historical context with practical travel guidance and humor.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Authentic, Fresh, informative

    I appreciate Darcy & Nathaniel’s podcasts for their fresh, authentic, impromptu yet very informative format. Love the respect they show each other! Invaluable information for my solo trip to Southern Italy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prof. Livingston
    United States2 months ago
  • Very helpful and entertaining!

    I’ve been listening to this podcast since we started planning our trip to Rome. We learned a great deal of information that helped us on our trip. I’m going to continue listening so I can look forward to our next trip. Thanks so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pattycaker62
    United States9 months ago
  • Wow

    Wow, what a find of a podcast! I thought I was following all the great Italian podcasts, but I'm so glad I found this one.

    Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yllusc
    United States9 months ago
  • Informative and Relevant

    Your content is spot on. I also focus my travels on hidden gems and where less tourists go. Just returned from Cilento and your episode was super helpful in planning. Thank you! Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Task user
    United States10 months ago
  • Love it!

    Very helpful and informative! Not your typical recommendations and tips. Love it please keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beccaohk
    United States10 months ago

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Great mix of travel logistics and culture; useful for first-time visitors and planners.
Hosts are friendly and approachable, with a good rapport.
Insightful, practical tips that are easy to apply on a trip.

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Two hosts share practical Italy travel guidance with a friendly, local perspective. Episodes blend historical context with on-the-ground tips—how to experience off-the-beaten-path towns, order coffee like a local, find authentic food and gelato, and navigate logistics for planning trips or relocating. The show often weaves anecdotes and current travel headlines into actionable advice, occasionally highlighting sustainability, crowd management, and budget-friendly options. A standout trait is the duo's approachable chemistry and willingness to answer listeners' questions, making it helpful for first-time visitors and repeat travelers alike.

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The Italy Travel Podcast launched 5 years ago and published 186 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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