Pope Pius II had a dream for an ideal city near Rome. More than 500 years ago, he started to make it. This is what it’s become.
Back on track
This old railway line between the towns of Spoleto and Norcia offers an incredible walk through the Umbrian countryside.
Tuscany’s Renaissance landscape
In Renaissance times, this enormous Tuscan landscape was designed so it would be pleasing on the eye. Centuries later, it still has that effect.
The five lands of Cinque Terre
Italy’s Cinque Terre is known for its natural beauty and beautiful towns. But did you know it’s also a World Heritage Site? I’ll tell you why.
Cinque Terre Hiking Guide
Everything you need to know for planning a trip to hike the Cinque Terre in Italy. The good news is that it’s actually quite easy!
History’s greatest meeting place
From this teeming heart of Ancient Rome, the empire was ruled and celebrated in the civic centre.
In the gladiator grandstand
Two thousand years ago, gladiators would fight to the death and wild animals would rip apart unarmed criminals. This is Rome’s home of the bloodsports.
Is the Vatican and Rome Pass worth it?
The pass offers free tickets and fast-track entries. I crunch the numbers to see if you can get value from the card.
Lessons from a pilgrimage
Walking in the footsteps of St Francis through Italy gave me plenty of time to think. It’s left me with some new travel and blogging goals for 2017.