Only A Bag - An Italy Travel Podcast
Darcy Melton | Nathaniel MellorNew 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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 175 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CulturePlaces & Travel | |||
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Today's episode is a sort of kitchen sink of news. We're talking about some things happening in Italy that may seem worrying from the Hepatitis A outbreak in Naples to two unrelated explosions in Rome. We also have an update on the Teatro Sannazaro a... more
In this episode we're talking about upcoming strikes at the end of March through April 2026. Listed below are links for more information on strikes from official websites.
We're also talking abut the recent Constitutional Referendum that has been t... more
How else to better announce a name change (and minor updates) than an episode dedicated to it?
That's right, a name change! In 4~ weeks, on April 22nd (Earth day, woohoo!) we will officially change our name to "The Italy Travel Podcast". But before ... more
This week we're in the Cilento, on Wednesday we talked about the Certosa di San Lorenzo di Padula, today we're talking about the medieval town of Teggiano.
In this episode, we're talking about everything from Teggiano's origins in the 11th century a... more
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- 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 Podcasts5Prof. Livingston
United States23 days 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 Podcasts5Pattycaker62United States7 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 Podcasts5YlluscUnited States8 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 Podcasts5Task userUnited States8 months ago - Love it!
Very helpful and informative! Not your typical recommendations and tips. Love it please keep them coming!
Apple Podcasts5beccaohkUnited States9 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #234 | United States/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #118 |  Canada/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #33 |  Brazil/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  Hong Kong/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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Apple Podcasts | #127 |  India/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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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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