Untold Italy travel podcast 297. How to Travel Italy Your Way: Insights From Our Experts
Oct 31, 2025
Join Liv, Chief Experience Officer for Untold Italy, and Cassie, an American travel expert in Abruzzo, as they delve into the best ways to explore Italy. They discuss the merits of guided tours versus independent travel, with Liv emphasizing the luxury of personal connections and Cassie sharing the joys of self-guided adventures. They also reveal how tailored trip consultations enhance travel experiences and highlight the importance of local insights over generic AI itineraries. Perfect for any curious traveler!
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Mix Tours With Independent Days
- Mix independent days with guided tour days to get freedom plus deeper learning.
- Use hosts to access local context, food, and region-appropriate wines you might otherwise miss.
Small Groups Unlock Local Access
- Small-group tours unlock private local access that independent travellers often can't get.
- Hosts' long-term relationships with locals create unique, off-menu experiences.
Hugging An Olive Tree
- On an early Puglia tour a guest wanted to hug a monumental olive tree and the driver led them to his farm.
- The moment became a cherished, photographed memory for the guest.