Italy away from the crowds: introducing Friuli Venezia Giulia

From ancient UNESCO sites to stunning mountain ranges and lagoon beaches, this little-visited region has it all.

Down the Tiber Valley: Todi, Orvieto and Amelia

Umbria’s lush Tiber Valley is home to stunning vineyards, lovely churches, medieval towns and an array of unexpected oddities.

The heart and soul of Umbria: what to do in Perugia

Balanced on a commanding hill high over the Tiber valley, Perugia adroitly juggles several roles: that of an ancient hill town, a magnificent città d’arte, a…

Brighten up your day with the world’s most colourful places

Sit back and enjoy this kaleidoscope of colours.

The best castles in Emilia‑Romagna

Those with a penchant for history will not be short of places to visit in this part of Italy.

Along the Via Emilia: exploring Italy’s most beautiful art towns

Discover some of the country’s finest architecture along this Roman road.

The most beautiful villages in Abruzzo

Many of Abruzzo’s villages are officially recognised as being among the most beautiful in Italy.

The best art cities in Friuli Venezia Giulia

FVG is jam-packed with beautiful art and architecture. Find out which sites have made it into our top five. 

Campanilismo Friulano

Friuli Venezia Giulia is a land of traditions, and its bell towers are amongst its most iconic. 

Star city

Friuli Venezia Giulia is home to numerous UNESCO sites, but one of the best is the star city of Palmanova. 

Just desserts

Discover the true past of Italy’s most famous dessert: the tiramisù.

A culinary guide to Friuli Venezia Giulia

Discover a new side to Italian cuisine with a foodie tour of Friuli Venezia Giulia. 

Europe’s spring wildlife highlights

Searching for a wildlife-filled spring getaway? Whether you want to admire exotic orchids, listen out for birdsong or spot a blue whale in the wild, Europe has something to offer. 

Campo Ligure – the filigree capital

Campo Ligure is the only remaining centre for filigree, the art of twisting threads of gold and silver.

A master storyteller

Author Rosie Whitehouse tells the story of Italo Calvino, one of Italy’s greatest novelists.