Lonely Planet
How to Hike the Path of the Gods on Italy's Amalfi Coast
Hiking the Path of the Gods is an activity nearly synonymous with Italy
Lonely Planet
How to explore the Appian Way, Rome's ancient highway
Follow the Via Appia Antica, an ancient road in Rome, with this guide.
Lonely Planet
The ultimate road trip through Tuscany
Discover Tuscany on and off the tourist route on this 2-week road trip itinerary from Florence to the Maremma coast.
The New York Times
My 5 Favorite Places for Art in Venice
Our critic Jason Farago shares what you shouldn’t miss in a city full of secrets and surprises.
BBC Travel
'NonnaMaxxing': Tourists are paying to travel like grandmothers
Whether it's making pasta with an Italian nonna or sightseeing with a gran in Japan, Gen-Zers and millennials are increasingly seeking out granny-led travel experiences.
BBC Travel
The rainbow magic of Italy's lentil bloom
Each summer, the plains surrounding a tiny Umbrian village are transformed into one of Italy's most photographed landscapes – all thanks to a humble legume.
Condé Nast Traveler
12 Best Beaches in Rome to Do as the Romans Do
Go from the Colosseum to the sand in 30 minutes—veni, vidi, beachy.
Lonely Planet
The 8 destinations pro travelers say ruin all others
Sometimes a life-changing trip is just as damning as it is magnificent, ruining you for any trip you eventually take. These destinations are worth that sacrifice.
The New York Times
3 Trips Near Venice, Without the Crowds
There is more to the northeastern Italian region of Veneto than its famous capital. We explore the area’s many treasures by bike, boat, train and on foot.
National Geographic
5 alternative European islands to explore this summer
Europe's islands have long lured travellers, from Homer's Odyssey across Mediterranean isles to the remote Scottish outcrop said to have inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's 19th-century classicTreasure ...
Afar
This New 2,000 Mile Hiking Trail Crosses 6 Countries in Europe
It’s not every day that a thru-hiker gets to test a new trail, especially one that is 2,171 miles long and passes through six countries. But that’s exactly what Lauren Roerick, a Canadian ...
Lonely Planet
The ultimate weekend in Ravenna, Italy
Visit Ravenna once and you will find yourself returning again and again.
National Geographic
Try Europe’s best city-to-swim rail trips this summer
Whether you’re in Turin, Bergen or San Sebastián, a wild swimming experience is often only a short train ride away.
BBC Travel
Seven things you shouldn't do when eating in Italy
From ordering a cappuccino after breakfast to sprinkling cheese on your fish, avoid these common traveller mistakes on your next Italian holiday.
nytimes.com
The New York Times
5 European Hotels Where You Can Beat the Heat
Whether hidden in the mountains or nestled by the sea, these spots offer some respite from the continent’s high temperatures.
Lonely Planet
The 15 top things to do in Naples, Italy
In the southern Italian city of Naples, these 15 activities top our list, from epic hikes to stupendous street food and everything between.
Condé Nast Traveler
I Followed Dua Lipa's Honeymoon Itinerary—Here's How to Plan It for Less
Megan Murray road-tested the singer and Callum Turner’s Italian route just weeks before they did. Here’s why it works.
Lonely Planet
5 ways to embrace slow-living on Italy's most underrated coast
Cilento is the southern Italian beauty you
Lonely Planet
The 14 best places to eat in Naples
There is far more to southern Italy’s iconic city of epic pizza. Here’s what to eat in Naples.
National Geographic
7 summer spritzes to try across Europe
The spritz has long been Europe’s favourite summer cocktail, centuries-old classics served everywhere from Venetian aperitivo spots to rooftop bars in London and Paris.
National Geographic
Go beyond the restaurant with these food experiences in Europe
Whether you’re cracking crayfish at a Swedish summer party, foraging in Alpine meadows or plucking grapes in a Portuguese grove, immersive food tours offer a fascinating insight into local culinary ...
National Geographic
10 European food festivals you won't want to miss this summer
Whether they’re celebrating sardines, spicy sausage, plums or pickles, these events bring communities together with local food, traditional drinks and rich culinary cultures.
Afar
Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect
Scattered across islands, national parks, medieval towns, and rugged coastlines, these are the shorelines worth building a European trip around.
Afar
The Best Time to Visit These Hot-Weather Destinations May Be the Hottest Time of Year
When temperatures soar, prices typically drop. From Scottsdale and Las Vegas to Los Cabos and Sicily, these sun-soaked destinations offer lower rates, fewer crowds, and unique seasonal experiences for ...
The Guardian
Incredible panoramas, wildflower meadows and the odd wild horse: readers’ favourite walks in Europe
From cliffside views of Lake Garda to post-hike saunas in Sweden, you share your most memorable walking trips • Tell us about a cooler European coast – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher If you have a head for heights, then you can “walk with the gods” on the Sentiero degli Dei . It’s cut into the vertiginous hillside high above the Amalfi coast, offering heavenly views all the way to Cap…
National Geographic
Europe's secret lakes—6 destinations without the crowds
The appeal of a lakeside holiday is timeless: morning mist rising from the water, long swims, slow boat rides and mountain silhouettes mirrored on glassy surfaces. Yet many of Europe’s lakes don’t ...
Condé Nast Traveler
My Favorite Airbnb: A Cozy Trullo Among the Olive Groves in Puglia
For an authentic Puglian stay, nothing beats bedding down in one of the locale's iconic conical homes.
The Guardian
‘I half expected James Bond to appear with a martini’: readers’ favourite seaside hotels in Europe
From faded grandeur in Greece to designer cabins in the Norwegian dunes, these are your most glamorous coastal discoveries • Tell us about a memorable Greek holiday – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher The Hotel Villa Garden , Sant’Agnello is a ravishing but small, friendly, family-run hotel about 25 minutes walk from the centre of Sorrento. The view from the cliff-edge dining terrace ove…
Condé Nast Traveler
I've Lived in Florence for Decades—These Are the Very Best Hotels in the Tuscan Capital
There's a new renaissance in Florence—and this time it's of incredible hotels.
The Guardian
‘I don’t think we’ve ever felt closer’: five writers on their most memorable family holidays
Rallying the kids can be chaotic and frustrating, but from Interrailing all the way to Turkey to Vespa rides in Naples, these trips brought families together Finland has been named the world’s happiest country for nine years running, but arriving in Helsinki, dishevelled from one of my first flights with my nine-month-old baby, I was less interested in national rankings and more in having a nic…
The Guardian
Watersports, biking and island escapes: readers’ favourite family holidays
From boat trips on Lake Garda to zip-wiring in Wales, you share your favourite family-friendly breaks in Europe • Tell us about a glamorous seaside hotel that didn’t break the bank? The best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Lake Garda gave us one of the most memorable and unexpected family holidays yet. We hired a car and headed from Milan to Unesco-listed Peschiera del Garda and the family-focu…
The Guardian
The train is ‘my time machine’: a tour of Naples’ hidden ancient wonders
A new film about this corner of southern Italy reveals rarely visited villas, seismic landscapes and a ‘civilisation buried mid-sentence’ – all accessible by train One by one, the visitors descend through a tight tunnel cut through volcanic rock into the damp foundations of the Teatro Romano buried beneath Herculaneum, with the weight of 2,000 years of city above them. “This is a time machine,”…
Outside
Is This the Only Trail Shoe You Need?
Forged in the Dolomites, Salewa’s Pedroc 2 sets you free on trails everywhere
Condé Nast Traveler
Louise Erdrich on a Scorching Summer in Naples Spent Reading Ferrante
Also featuring a modernist hotel, ample puttanesca, and a visit to Pompei.
Condé Nast Traveler
9 Dreamy Hotels Our Editors Are Booking This Summer
From villas on the Amalfi Coast to historic inns at the Jersey Shore, these one-of-a-kind properties are getting us excited for the sunshiny months ahead.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Spas Around the World, According to Our Wellness Editors
The best wellness destinations in the world, according to spa experts—these are the winners of the 2026 Wellness & Spa Guide.
Condé Nast Traveler
21 Lake Como Villas That Will Make You Feel Like Italian Royalty
From a blush pink cottage to a glamorous lakeside retreat.
Condé Nast Traveler
10 Best Hotels in Lake Como: Grand Dames, Celeb-Loved Stays, and Villas for the Whole Family
Bookmark these stays that fully encapsulate the region's romantic rapture.
nytimes.com
The New York Times
Where to Eat, Sleep and Shop in Turin, Italy
Turin has Baroque architecture, ‘light-as-an-angel’ pizza and a flourishing contemporary art scene.
Atlas Obscura
Santa Costanza in Rome, Italy
Located three Roman miles outside Rome's ancient walls, the Mausoleum of Constantina (Santa Costanza) might just be one of the Eternal City's most unique yet underrated churches. Originally built around 350 by the Emperor Constantine to house the remains of his daughter Constantina, it was part of the much larger Basilica of Saint Agnes, only a small portion of which remains today. Santa Consta…
Condé Nast Traveler
The Charms of Venice in the Winter
Introducing Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 March issue.