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Untold Italy travel podcast

Katy Clarke
Italy
Rome
Puglia
Umbria
Tuscany
Venice
Italian Cuisine
Sicily
Dolomites
Florence
Cinque Terre
Italian Language
Orvieto
Bologna
Amalfi Coast
Parmigiano Reggiano
Colosseum
Naples
Travel Planning
Italian Hospitality

Ciao friends and fellow travelers. Welcome to our travel podcast Untold Italy where we help you design an Italian journey that actually reflects what you want to experience - not just the standard tourist checklist. Host Katy Clarke brings together local experts, longtime Italy residents, and travelers who have navigated everything from Cinque Terre's hiking trails to Venice's quieter neighborhood... more

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A quick update from Katy about crowds in Italy. You may have seen huge crowds at popular tourist destinations like Rome, Florence and Cinque Terre last weekend. We have thought on this.

Summary: Last week was a long weekend for May Day in Europe plu... more

Venice is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy with well documented challenges related to tourism. It's also one of the most expensive. What if when you visit, you could cut out some costs and make a positive impact on city in the process. Venet... more

A quick update from Katy about what we are seeing on the ground in Italy with respect to fuel due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East.

Summary: Fuel prices have increased in Italy and some short haul and low cost airlines are consolidating f... more

Your Italy travel questions answered. In this Q&A episode, Katy covers solo train travel safety, the real differences between Tuscany and Umbria, how to find live music in Italy, choosing a base in Puglia, keeping children engaged in Rome and Florenc... more

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Marco Capovilla
Founder of Venice Tap Water
Venice Tap Water
Episode: 322. Venice: Travel Smarter and Make a Difference
Maria Pasquale
Award-winning food and travel writer; author of How to Be Italian
HeartRome / mariapasquale.com
Episode: 320. Wandering Trastevere: A Favorite Roman Neighborhood [From the Vault]
Michael Horne
Founder of Do Coffee
Do Coffee
Episode: 319. The Ritual of the Bar: Coffee Culture in Italy [From the Vault]
Alex Tryon
Startup founder, tech builder, mom of two, and Milan Winter Olympics traveler
Dewey Labs (via Alex Tryon)
Episode: 318. Italy in Winter: Milan, the Olympics, and Getting Unstuck
BJ Witkus
Couple from Pennsylvania who frequent the podcast since early days
Private individuals (travelers)
Episode: 316. Italy Travel Stories: How BJ and Chris Found Their Own Version of Italy
Chris Witkus
Couple from Pennsylvania who frequent the podcast since early days
Private individuals (travelers)
Episode: 316. Italy Travel Stories: How BJ and Chris Found Their Own Version of Italy
Kyra Orcock
Director of Operations at Walks of Italy
Walks of Italy
Episode: 314. A New Way to Experience Italy (And Why It Works)
Sarah Marano
Important member of the Untold Italy team, long-time resident of Umbria, operator of an Agriturismo
Untold Italy
Episode: 308. Travelers Guide to the Legacy of St Francis of Assisi
Pam Bernardo
Second generation Italian American and genealogy researcher
Episode: 306. Italy Ancestry Research Tips and Travel Stories

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Katy Clarke
Host of Untold Italy

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • It’s a shame pushing the business has taken away from the content

    I used to love this podcast but it has become so focused on pushing their travel agenda planning company that it’s frustrating to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sandra768
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Bravo!

    Thank you to Katy and her staff for such an informative and entertaining podcast! I listen to every episode and always learn something new and add new destinations to my Italy wishlist. I have also used the Untold Italy travel consult services and I can’t say enough about how helpful it was. Keep up the amazing work! I will be listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hdkfbdk
    United States2 months ago
  • So much wonderful information!

    Love Katy and her down to earth podcast. I’m overwhelmed with the information and amazing guests! It’s an essential podcast for traveling to Italy! Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canadian Gal
    Canada3 months ago
  • Used to Be So Good!

    This used to be my favorite travel podcast and community - full of generously shared tips and hidden gems. Now it’s just a cringey sales pitch with surface level tips you can find on your own. The older episodes are still a treasure trove for planning travel to Italy, but don’t bother with the new ones.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Passport & Purpose
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing Italy Travel Podcast

    I have really been enjoying listening to back episodes of this podcast as I plan my trip to Italy. With all of the bloggers and YouTube videos out there it is hard to sort out the good advice. Katy consistently offers great tips. Her guests in the travel industry provide the high quality services I’m looking for and she provides all the links and information in the show notes to find and book with their company. The topics are engaging and helpful and discussed with these local experts, not just... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boy Svou Mom
    United States4 months ago

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321. Your Italy Travel Questions: Tuscany vs Umbria, Milestone Birthday Idea, Concerts and More
Q: How should families engage kids during a cruise and major sights?
Break days into sections with sightseeing, lunch, and downtime; use kid-friendly tours that make history engaging, and include hands-on activities like gelato making or pizza demonstrations to maintain interest.
321. Your Italy Travel Questions: Tuscany vs Umbria, Milestone Birthday Idea, Concerts and More
Q: What's a good plan for a milestone birthday in southern Italy?
Consider a private boat trip along the Gargano coast or Amalfi coast, combine with a Naples start, and perhaps add a private charter for a memorable day at sea with food and drinks; adjust based on budget.
321. Your Italy Travel Questions: Tuscany vs Umbria, Milestone Birthday Idea, Concerts and More
Q: How do Tuscany and Umbria differ in experience and value?
Umbria feels quieter and more local with less tourist infrastructure and strong food culture, while Tuscany is larger and more varied but can be busier and pricier in famous spots; start with Umbria for a more off-the-beaten-path Italy.
321. Your Italy Travel Questions: Tuscany vs Umbria, Milestone Birthday Idea, Concerts and More
Q: What is the best approach for staying safe on trains with luggage as a solo traveler?
Limit to two pieces of luggage, use a bike lock with a code, keep the day bag with you, and consider upgrading to a quiet business class where available to access less crowded cars.
322. Venice: Travel Smarter and Make a Difference
Q: What is the one takeaway you want listeners to apply on their travels?
The guest urges listeners to use the fountain map, carry refillable bottles, and ask for tap water in restaurants; small, consistent changes by many people can have a meaningful impact on Venice and beyond.

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1. Marco Capovilla
2. Maria Pasquale
3. Michael Horne
4. Alex Tryon
5. BJ Witkus
6. Chris Witkus
7. Kyra Orcock
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