The Italy Travel Podcast - An Only A Bag Podcast
By Darcy Melton | Nathaniel Mellor
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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 vacation or looking to move here, Darcy and Nathaniel guide you along the way. Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and check out our website onlyabag.com for articles!
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Headlines: Strikes in June, Rome Scooter Rules, and JFK->Sardinia
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Jun 05, 2026 |
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Headlines: EES in European Airports and Your Right to Tap Water in Italy
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Jun 03, 2026 |
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Sorrento: Where to Stay In and Around Sorrento
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May 29, 2026 |
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Sorrento: Public Transportation and Restaurant Tips
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May 27, 2026 |
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(RERUN) Naples Pastries: Baked, Fried, Filled With Ricotta
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May 22, 2026 |
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(RERUN) Naples: Dinnertime, Street Food, and Pizza
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May 20, 2026 |
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AI Trip Planning — Part 2: How AI Trip Planning Works (and Doesn't Work)
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May 15, 2026 |
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AI Trip Planning — Part 1: Understanding AI
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May 13, 2026 |
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Off The Beaten Path: An Ecological Wonder and Rome Untouched
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May 08, 2026 |
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Off The Beaten Path: Two Peaceful Gardens in the Middle of Rome
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May 06, 2026 |
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Sorrento: Getting There Via Ferry vs. Train
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May 01, 2026 |
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Sorrento: An Introduction to the "Vibe" and our First Impressions
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Apr 29, 2026 |
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Headlines: Controversial Lawyer "Bonus," two recent robberies, and could marijuana be legalized in Italy?
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Apr 24, 2026 |
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Headlines: Deepening Jet Fuel Crisis, Increasing Food Prices, and Upcoming Strikes
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Apr 22, 2026 |
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Jet Fuel Shortage: What to Expect and How to Plan For It (Part 2)
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Apr 17, 2026 |
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Jet Fuel Shortage: What it Means For Your Trip (Part 1)
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Apr 15, 2026 |
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Off the Beaten Path: Capua's Ancient Amphitheater
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Apr 10, 2026 |
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Off the Beaten Path: Rome's Monte Testaccio
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Apr 08, 2026 |
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Siena Revisited: What to Eat and What to See
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Apr 03, 2026 |
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Siena Revisited: Getting There, Getting Around, Where to Stay
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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Headlines: Hep A in Naples, Unrelated Explosions in Rome, and new Ownership for Teatro Sannazaro
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Mar 27, 2026 |
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Headlines: Upcoming Strikes and the Constitutional Referendum Explained
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Mar 25, 2026 |
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Fireside Chat: Name Change, New Patreon, and the Future of the Podcast
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Mar 25, 2026 |
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Cilento: The Medieval City of Teggiano
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Mar 20, 2026 |
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Cilento: Certosa di San Lorenzo di Padula
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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Off the Beaten Path: Where Escher Meets Dalí in Castle Form
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Mar 13, 2026 |
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Off the Beaten Path: A Blend of Styles in Emilia-Romagna
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Mar 11, 2026 |
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Paestum: Getting Around and What to See
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Mar 06, 2026 |
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Hidden Temples of the South: Paestum
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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Headlines: Re-opened Terrace in Rome, the Gardens of Ninfa, and Ongoing Renovations in Florence and Naples
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Feb 27, 2026 |
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Headlines: Strikes, Cancelled Strikes, Global Entry
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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The Rise of Access to Travel as it Relates to Overtourism
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Feb 20, 2026 |
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The Four Pillars of Overtourism and Venice as a Case Study
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Feb 18, 2026 |
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Off the Beaten Path: The Alchemist's Door in Rome and The Magic of Turin
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Feb 13, 2026 |
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Off the Beaten Path: The Pyramid of Cestius in Rome
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Feb 11, 2026 |
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Common Scams and Things That Are Not Scams in Italy: Part 2
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Feb 06, 2026 |
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Common Scams in Italy: Part 1
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Feb 04, 2026 |
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Headlines: Banned Scooters, Limited Seating, and Cyclone Harry
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Jan 30, 2026 |
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Headlines: Greenland is Threatened, ICE at Olympics, and the Exchange Rate
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Jan 28, 2026 |
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Venice Condensed: Part 2 | Food, Tours, Shopping, and More on Getting Around
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Jan 22, 2026 |
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Venice Condensed: Part 1 | Neighborhoods, Islands, and Getting There/Around
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Jan 21, 2026 |
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The Hidden Stresses of Traveling: Part 2
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Jan 16, 2026 |
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The Hidden Stresses of Traveling: Part 1
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Jan 14, 2026 |
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Tips for Traveling in the Rain
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Jan 09, 2026 |
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Tips for Traveling as a Group
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Jan 07, 2026 |
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Italy in the Headlines: Trevi Fountain Fee, Colosseum Metro Stop, and Strikes
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Jan 02, 2026 |
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Italy in the Headlines: UNESCO-Worthy Cuisine?, the Housing Crisis and How it Might Affect You
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Dec 31, 2025 |
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Rerun: Part 2 of The Wide World of Italian Christmas Sweets (or, Wintertime Treats)
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Dec 26, 2025 |
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Rerun: Part 1 of The Wide World of Italian Christmas Sweets (or, Wintertime Treats)
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Dec 24, 2025 |
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The Mystery of Santa's Bones in Bari
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Dec 19, 2025 |
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Join a Magical Forest in Southern Italy, or Celebrate with Krampus in the North!
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Dec 17, 2025 |
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Carnavale in Italy Part 2: Allegorical Floats and Improvised Poetry
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Dec 12, 2025 |
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Carnavale in Italy Part 1: Masquerade Parties and Orange Fights
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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Winter in Italy: Off Season, What To Do, and What To Avoid
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Dec 05, 2025 |
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Winter in Italy: Hitting the Slopes and Alpine Winter Markets
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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Italy in the Headlines: Weather, Eruptions, and the Olympics
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Nov 28, 2025 |
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Italy in the Headlines: Upcoming Strikes, Collapsing Towers, and the Messina Bridge
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Nov 26, 2025 |
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Naples Condensed 3: What to See, Do, and Day Trips
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Nov 21, 2025 |
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Naples Condensed 2: Neighborhoods, Street Food, and Pastries
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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Naples Condensed: Getting There and Getting Around
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Nov 14, 2025 |
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Naples Day Trips: The Ruins and Castles
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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Naples Day Trips: The Sea
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Nov 07, 2025 |
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What to Do and See in Naples: Part 2
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Spooky Episode: Naples Catacombs
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Oct 31, 2025 |
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What to Do and See in Naples: Part 1
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Naples Pastries: Baked, Fried, Filled With Ricotta
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Oct 24, 2025 |
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Naples: Dinnertime, Street Food, and Pizza
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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Naples: Where to Stay | Part 2: The Neighborhood Breakdown
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Oct 17, 2025 |
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Naples: Where to Stay | Part 1: Tips and Tricks
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Getting Around Naples: A Walker's Paradise!
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Oct 10, 2025 |
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Getting to Naples and Italy's Most Underrated Airport
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Italy in the Headlines: Nationwide Demonstrations for Palestine, Dog Laws, and AI
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Oct 03, 2025 |
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Italy in the Headlines: EES, Upcoming Train Strike, and a New Saint Day
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Know Your Airline Rights: Part 2
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Sep 26, 2025 |
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Know Your Airline Rights: Part 1
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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What To Expect During Your Flight
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Sep 19, 2025 |
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What To Expect Before Your Flight
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Phone Plans, Tours, Classes, and the Round-Up! (6/6)
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Sep 12, 2025 |
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How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Packing and Pharmaceuticals (5/6)
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Non-Negotiables, Budgeting, Finances, and the Kitchen Sink (4/6)
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Sep 05, 2025 |
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How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Overplanning and Protecting Your Mental Health (Part 3/6)
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Pick a Theme (Part 2/6)
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Aug 29, 2025 |
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How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Italy is Bigger Than You Think (Part 1/6)
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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Italy in the Headlines: Strikes, Venice Regatta, and Jimmy Kimmel's Citizenship
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Aug 20, 2025 |
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Italy in the Headlines: Wildfires, Empty Beach Holidays, and Lost Hikers
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Aug 20, 2025 |
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What To Wear (And Not To Wear) In Italy: Spring Edition
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Aug 13, 2025 |
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What To Wear (And Not Wear) In Italy: Winter Edition
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Aug 13, 2025 |
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What To Wear (And Not Wear) In Italy: Fall Edition
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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What To Wear (And Not Wear) In Italy: Summer Edition
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Why you SHOULD go to Italy in August
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Jul 30, 2025 |
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Why you SHOULD NOT go to Italy in August
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Jul 30, 2025 |
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Instead of Positano, Try Scario: Part 2—The Beaches
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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Instead of Positano, Try Scario: Part 1—The Vibe, The Town, The Food (and Getting There)
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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Amalfi Coast: Positano—The Ferry, The Food, The Beaches
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Jul 16, 2025 |
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Amalfi Coast Alternative: The Cilento Coast
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Jul 09, 2025 |
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Headlines That Might Affect Your Trip this Summer: 2025
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Jul 02, 2025 |
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Rome Condensed: Everything You Need To Know Before Going: Updated 2025
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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Is Overtourism a Problem? And 7 Tips to be a Mindful Tourist
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Jun 18, 2025 |
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Florence Condensed: Everything You Need to Know in an Hour-ish
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Jun 11, 2025 |
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Florence "Off-Season" and How to Find Great Food
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Jun 04, 2025 |
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Honest Downsides to Living in Italy: Unfortunate Realities for Women
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May 28, 2025 |
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Driving a Car in Italy: The Dos, the Don'ts, and the Absolutely Nots
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May 21, 2025 |
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Exploring off the Beaten Path: The Cilento
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May 14, 2025 |
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Honest Downsides to Living in Italy: Freedom of Speech, Corruption, Racism, Fascism
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May 07, 2025 |
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The Amalfi Coast: An Introduction
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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How To Live In Italy: The Digital Nomad and Remote Worker Visas
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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How To Live In Italy: Golden Visa, Elective Residency Visa, and Birthright Citizenship
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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The Most Beautiful City in Italy You Might Not Have Heard Of: Matera
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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Tips for Traveling With Someone Else: Part 2
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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Tips For Traveling With Someone Else: Part 1
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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Tap Water, Tipping, and Toilets: The 3 Ts of Traveling in Italy
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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Travel Tips You Didn't Know You Needed
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Mar 19, 2025 |
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What is the Venice Carnevale? Masks, Costumes, and Pastries
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Venice Revisited: Theme Park, Pickpockets, and Finger Food
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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How To Live In Italy: Work Visa and Retirement Visa
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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How To Live In Italy: Renting An Apartment
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Feb 12, 2025 |
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Can You REALLY Buy A House In Italy For 1 Euro?
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Feb 05, 2025 |
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How to Live in Italy: Student Visa
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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How to Live in Italy
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Jan 22, 2025 |
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Should I Take a Cruise in Italy?
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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La Befana: The Witch Who Comes Before Epiphany
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Jan 08, 2025 |
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The Wide World of Italian Christmas Sweets (or, Wintertime Treats)
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Jan 01, 2025 |
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Understanding the Murky Origins of Christmas and What It Looks Like Today in Italy
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Dec 18, 2024 |
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Where Are the Best Christmas Markets in Italy?
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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How to Order Coffee in Italy Like a Natural — Plus, a Brief History
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Nov 20, 2024 |
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Does Italy Have Medical Tourism?
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Nov 13, 2024 |
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Does Venice Feel Like a Theme Park?
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Nov 06, 2024 |
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Special Episode: Witches of Italy
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Oct 30, 2024 |
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Travel Health Insurance vs. Travel Insurance: Which is Right For You?
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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No Episode This Week; We Shall Return Next Week!
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Oct 09, 2024 |
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Is Pickpocketing Really Something To Be Concerned About?
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Oct 02, 2024 |
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What is the Rome Jubilee? A Brief—but Exciting!— History
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Sep 25, 2024 |
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Rome's Jubilee and How It Might Affect Your Trip
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Sep 25, 2024 |
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Does Europe's Upcoming Visa Rules Affect You? (Probably) Plus, Raised Tourist Taxes!
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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Are There Mosquitos In Italy? Yes, And So Much More!
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Sep 10, 2024 |
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Can I Take the Orient Express in Italy? Yes, Well Sort Of.
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Sep 04, 2024 |
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What Train Do I Need: Italo or TrenItalia? Frecciarossa, InterCity, or Regionale?
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Sep 04, 2024 |
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How To Have The Perfect Flight: Part 2
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Aug 28, 2024 |
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How To Have The Perfect Flight: Part 1
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Aug 28, 2024 |
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When To Book: Trains and Buses
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Aug 21, 2024 |
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When To Book: Hotels and Flights
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Aug 21, 2024 |
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Why AirBnB Is A Problem In Italy And Where You Can Stay Instead
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Venice's Visitor Fee Has Ended, But Will It Affect Your Trip Next Year?
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Aug 12, 2024 |
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How Do Italian Hotels Earn Their Stars?
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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The History of Ferragosto
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Jul 31, 2024 |
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Why does Italy shut down in August?
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Jul 31, 2024 |
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Italian Cocktail Culture—Food Month Special Episode
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Jul 24, 2024 |
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Café Culture or Why You Have To Eat Your Food in a Specific Order—Food Month
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Jul 24, 2024 |
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Do as the Italians Do— Food Month
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Jul 17, 2024 |
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Navigating the Italian Menu— Food Month
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Jul 12, 2024 |
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New Cover!
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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Salerno: The Doorway to the Amalfi Coast — Beach Month
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Jun 26, 2024 |
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More Than Naples: Capri, Ischia, and Procida — Beach Month
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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Dos and Don'ts of the Beaches in Italy - Beach Month
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Jun 12, 2024 |
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Where To Swim Among Roman Ruins - Beach Month
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Jun 05, 2024 |
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Special Episode: Italy Isn't Breaking Up With You; She's Just Setting Boundaries
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Jun 03, 2024 |
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Naples: Not Just Pompeii
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May 29, 2024 |
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Naples: Language, Culture, and the Suspended Coffee
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May 22, 2024 |
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Naples: The Food! Oh, Madonna, the Food!
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May 22, 2024 |
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Naples: A Diamond in the Rough
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May 22, 2024 |
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Rome Condensed: Everything You Need to Know Before Going
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Oct 14, 2023 |
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Going South 3: People, Transportation, and Witchcraft
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Oct 02, 2023 |
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Going South 2: Coffee, Food, and the Mediterranean Diet
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Oct 02, 2023 |
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Going South: What To Expect from Southern Italy
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Sep 27, 2023 |
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Special Finance Episode 2: Checking Accounts and Debit Cards
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Sep 15, 2023 |
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Special Finance Episode 3: Credit Cards and Reward Programs
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Sep 15, 2023 |
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Special Finance Episode 1: What to do Before You Leave Home
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Sep 15, 2023 |
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Perugia: Our Favorite Restaurants, Traditional Dishes And Best Streets For Great Food
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Sep 07, 2023 |
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Perugia: A Rambling History and a Warning on Getting There
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Aug 30, 2023 |
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Cinque Terre: The Towns, The Food, The Trails, and How to Get There
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Aug 21, 2023 |
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Siena: The Big, Giant Episode on Everything to Do, See, and Eat
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Aug 15, 2023 |
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Florence: 17 Best Day Trips from Florence
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Aug 07, 2023 |
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Florence: Best Sandwich Shop in Florence — Plus Where to Find the Best Pastries, Gelato, Wine, and Traditional Foods
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Aug 02, 2023 |
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Florence: Visiting Galleries, Museums, and Shopping Alternatives
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Jul 24, 2023 |
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Special Episode - Italian Heatwave
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Jul 21, 2023 |
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Florence: Getting There, Getting Around, and the Briefest of Histories
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Jul 17, 2023 |
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Rome: Staying Cool [at the beach] and Day Trips
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Jul 08, 2023 |
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Northern Italy vs. Southern Italy
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Jul 02, 2023 |
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Our Favorite House Sitting Websites (And Why) to Get You Started
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Nov 07, 2022 |
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Let's Talk About the "House" in House Sit
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Oct 22, 2022 |
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Getting Your First House Sit
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Oct 06, 2022 |
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House Sitting: Making Your Profile
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Sep 24, 2022 |
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Introduction To House Sitting
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Sep 15, 2022 |
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Rome: Emergency Numbers, Transportation Tips, and the Kitchen Sink
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Jul 28, 2022 |
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Exploring the Used Clothing Markets in Rome
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Jul 07, 2022 |
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How to find the best gelato and our favorite gelaterie in Rome
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Jun 01, 2022 |
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Coffee and Drink culture in Rome
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Nov 09, 2021 |
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How to eat at a restaurant in Rome
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Nov 01, 2021 |
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[Street]Food - Food Markets - Buying Groceries in Rome
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Oct 27, 2021 |
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Getting to Rome/Getting around Rome
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Oct 14, 2021 |
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Rome: An Introduction
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Aug 22, 2021 |
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Traveling with a Partner: Is it worth it?
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Jul 20, 2021 |
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Traveling Alone: Best decision you've ever made or a pit of loneliness?
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Jul 18, 2021 |
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What do you need before you hit the road? Passports, visas, and more!
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Jul 05, 2021 |
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An introduction to One Bag, Ethical Traveling, and More!
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Jun 10, 2021 |