Cibo e viaggi / Food and travel notes by Livio Acerbo
Etna’s ash cloud grounded flights in Catania while transport strikes swept Italy this week, but the disruption is really an invitation to slow down and explore beyond Rome, Florence, and Venice. Here’s how to travel smarter through Sicily, Tuscany, and Italy’s coastal towns this autumn.
Italy’s travel momentum is shifting from Rome, Venice, and Florence toward coastal towns, regional routes, and hidden-gem destinations across Sicily, Puglia, and beyond. Here’s what’s driving the trend and how to navigate it wisely.
Italy’s late-summer travel spotlight is shifting from Rome and Florence toward hidden regional gems like Matera, Trapani, and the Aeolian Islands. Here’s why September 2026 is the season to explore beyond the classics.
As heat and crowds reshape Italy’s August travel season, attention is shifting from Rome and Florence toward regional gems in Calabria, Sicily, and Marche. Here’s how travelers are rethinking timing and destination alike.
Italy’s August 2026 travel buzz is shifting away from Rome and the Amalfi Coast toward hidden-gem towns, regional festivals, and budget-friendly coastal escapes. From Maratea to Fermo’s Cavalcata dell’Assunta, here’s where the real story is happening.
Italy’s tourism strategy is shifting from the classic Rome-Florence-Venice circuit toward regional depth, spotlighting Sicily’s baroque towns, hidden gems like Bagheria, and village-based travel in Liguria. Here’s what that means for travelers planning their next Italian itinerary.
Pompeii’s new visitor caps mark the latest step in Italy’s broader push to manage overtourism, pushing travelers toward regional gems in Sicily, Liguria, and Abruzzo. Improved rail links are making these multi-city, off-the-beaten-path itineraries easier than ever.