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Only A Bag - An Italy Travel Podcast — 220 episodes
Traveling in the Shoulder Season: Essential Tips for Fall Travel
Headlines: New Pedestrian Law, Uffizi Restoration, Drought
Headlines: Strikes in September, Rome Ticket Changes, Autolinee Toscana and More!
Off the Beaten Path: Capri's Certosa of San Giacomo
Off the Beaten Path: Capri's Gardens of Augustus and Via Krupp
Renting and Driving a Car in Italy: Fines, Alcohol, Manual vs. Automatic, and more!
Renting a Car and Driving in Italy: Documents, Speed Limits, the ZTL, and more!
Off The Beaten Path: Florence's Santa Maria Novella pharmacy, La Specola, and Palazzo Davanzati
Off The Beaten Path: Florence's Last Suppers and Hospital of the Innocents
Italy Headlines for August Part 2: Demonstrations, Rome Sites Open Late, and Changes to Horse Carriages
Italy Headlines for August: Wildfires, Rail Closures, Ferragosto
Pompeii: Getting There, Tickets, and Fun facts
Pompeii: What It's Like and Why You Should Go
Ravello: What To See/Do and Day Trips
Ravello: Mountaintop Tranquility and How to Get There
Need To Know Before You Go: Restaurant Reservations, ATMs, Itineraries, Passport
Need To Know Before You Go: Flight, Accommodation, and Luggage
Headlines: Strikes, Venice Fee, EES Changes, and Summer Happenings
Headlines: European Heatwave
Vietri Sul Mare: How To Get There and What To Do
Vietri Sul Mare: Ceramic Capital of the South
Ischia: Getting There, Getting Around, What To Do, and Spas
Ischia: A Surprising Sense of Peace in the Gulf of Naples
Capri: The Blue Grotto and Boat Tours, Overnight vs. Daytrip, and Knowing Where to Spend
Capri: Getting There, Getting Around, and the Vibes
Headlines: Strikes in June, Rome Scooter Rules, and JFK->Sardinia
Headlines: EES in European Airports and Your Right to Tap Water in Italy
Sorrento: Where to Stay In and Around Sorrento
Sorrento: Public Transportation and Restaurant Tips
(RERUN) Naples Pastries: Baked, Fried, Filled With Ricotta
(RERUN) Naples: Dinnertime, Street Food, and Pizza
AI Trip Planning — Part 2: How AI Trip Planning Works (and Doesn't Work)
AI Trip Planning — Part 1: Understanding AI
Off The Beaten Path: An Ecological Wonder and Rome Untouched
Off The Beaten Path: Two Peaceful Gardens in the Middle of Rome
Sorrento: Getting There Via Ferry vs. Train
Sorrento: An Introduction to the "Vibe" and our First Impressions
Headlines: Controversial Lawyer "Bonus," two recent robberies, and could marijuana be legalized in Italy?
Headlines: Deepening Jet Fuel Crisis, Increasing Food Prices, and Upcoming Strikes
Jet Fuel Shortage: What to Expect and How to Plan For It (Part 2)
Jet Fuel Shortage: What it Means For Your Trip (Part 1)
Off the Beaten Path: Capua's Ancient Amphitheater
Off the Beaten Path: Rome's Monte Testaccio
Siena Revisited: What to Eat and What to See
Siena Revisited: Getting There, Getting Around, Where to Stay
Headlines: Hep A in Naples, Unrelated Explosions in Rome, and new Ownership for Teatro Sannazaro
Headlines: Upcoming Strikes and the Constitutional Referendum Explained
Fireside Chat: Name Change, New Patreon, and the Future of the Podcast
Cilento: The Medieval City of Teggiano
Cilento: Certosa di San Lorenzo di Padula
Off the Beaten Path: Where Escher Meets Dalí in Castle Form
Off the Beaten Path: A Blend of Styles in Emilia-Romagna
Paestum: Getting Around and What to See
Hidden Temples of the South: Paestum
Headlines: Re-opened Terrace in Rome, the Gardens of Ninfa, and Ongoing Renovations in Florence and Naples
Headlines: Strikes, Cancelled Strikes, Global Entry
The Rise of Access to Travel as it Relates to Overtourism
The Four Pillars of Overtourism and Venice as a Case Study
Off the Beaten Path: The Alchemist's Door in Rome and The Magic of Turin
Off the Beaten Path: The Pyramid of Cestius in Rome
Common Scams and Things That Are Not Scams in Italy: Part 2
Common Scams in Italy: Part 1
Headlines: Banned Scooters, Limited Seating, and Cyclone Harry
Headlines: Greenland is Threatened, ICE at Olympics, and the Exchange Rate
Venice Condensed: Part 2 | Food, Tours, Shopping, and More on Getting Around
Venice Condensed: Part 1 | Neighborhoods, Islands, and Getting There/Around
The Hidden Stresses of Traveling: Part 2
The Hidden Stresses of Traveling: Part 1
Tips for Traveling in the Rain
Tips for Traveling as a Group
Italy in the Headlines: Trevi Fountain Fee, Colosseum Metro Stop, and Strikes
Italy in the Headlines: UNESCO-Worthy Cuisine?, the Housing Crisis and How it Might Affect You
Rerun: Part 2 of The Wide World of Italian Christmas Sweets (or, Wintertime Treats)
Rerun: Part 1 of The Wide World of Italian Christmas Sweets (or, Wintertime Treats)
The Mystery of Santa's Bones in Bari
Join a Magical Forest in Southern Italy, or Celebrate with Krampus in the North!
Carnavale in Italy Part 2: Allegorical Floats and Improvised Poetry
Carnavale in Italy Part 1: Masquerade Parties and Orange Fights
Winter in Italy: Off Season, What To Do, and What To Avoid
Winter in Italy: Hitting the Slopes and Alpine Winter Markets
Italy in the Headlines: Weather, Eruptions, and the Olympics
Italy in the Headlines: Upcoming Strikes, Collapsing Towers, and the Messina Bridge
Naples Condensed 3: What to See, Do, and Day Trips
Naples Condensed 2: Neighborhoods, Street Food, and Pastries
Naples Condensed: Getting There and Getting Around
Naples Day Trips: The Ruins and Castles
Naples Day Trips: The Sea
What to Do and See in Naples: Part 2
Spooky Episode: Naples Catacombs
What to Do and See in Naples: Part 1
Naples Pastries: Baked, Fried, Filled With Ricotta
Naples: Dinnertime, Street Food, and Pizza
Naples: Where to Stay | Part 2: The Neighborhood Breakdown
Naples: Where to Stay | Part 1: Tips and Tricks
Getting Around Naples: A Walker's Paradise!
Getting to Naples and Italy's Most Underrated Airport
Italy in the Headlines: Nationwide Demonstrations for Palestine, Dog Laws, and AI
Italy in the Headlines: EES, Upcoming Train Strike, and a New Saint Day
Know Your Airline Rights: Part 2
Know Your Airline Rights: Part 1
What To Expect During Your Flight
What To Expect Before Your Flight
How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Phone Plans, Tours, Classes, and the Round-Up! (6/6)
How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Packing and Pharmaceuticals (5/6)
How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Non-Negotiables, Budgeting, Finances, and the Kitchen Sink (4/6)
How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Overplanning and Protecting Your Mental Health (Part 3/6)
How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Pick a Theme (Part 2/6)
How to Plan Your Trip to Italy: Italy is Bigger Than You Think (Part 1/6)
Italy in the Headlines: Strikes, Venice Regatta, and Jimmy Kimmel's Citizenship
Italy in the Headlines: Wildfires, Empty Beach Holidays, and Lost Hikers
What To Wear (And Not To Wear) In Italy: Spring Edition
What To Wear (And Not Wear) In Italy: Winter Edition
What To Wear (And Not Wear) In Italy: Fall Edition
What To Wear (And Not Wear) In Italy: Summer Edition
Why you SHOULD go to Italy in August
Why you SHOULD NOT go to Italy in August
Instead of Positano, Try Scario: Part 2—The Beaches
Instead of Positano, Try Scario: Part 1—The Vibe, The Town, The Food (and Getting There)
Amalfi Coast: Positano—The Ferry, The Food, The Beaches
Amalfi Coast Alternative: The Cilento Coast
Headlines That Might Affect Your Trip this Summer: 2025
Rome Condensed: Everything You Need To Know Before Going: Updated 2025
Is Overtourism a Problem? And 7 Tips to be a Mindful Tourist
Florence Condensed: Everything You Need to Know in an Hour-ish
Florence "Off-Season" and How to Find Great Food
Honest Downsides to Living in Italy: Unfortunate Realities for Women
Driving a Car in Italy: The Dos, the Don'ts, and the Absolutely Nots
Exploring off the Beaten Path: The Cilento
Honest Downsides to Living in Italy: Freedom of Speech, Corruption, Racism, Fascism
The Amalfi Coast: An Introduction
How To Live In Italy: The Digital Nomad and Remote Worker Visas
How To Live In Italy: Golden Visa, Elective Residency Visa, and Birthright Citizenship
The Most Beautiful City in Italy You Might Not Have Heard Of: Matera
Tips for Traveling With Someone Else: Part 2
Tips For Traveling With Someone Else: Part 1
Tap Water, Tipping, and Toilets: The 3 Ts of Traveling in Italy
Travel Tips You Didn't Know You Needed
What is the Venice Carnevale? Masks, Costumes, and Pastries
Venice Revisited: Theme Park, Pickpockets, and Finger Food
How To Live In Italy: Work Visa and Retirement Visa
How To Live In Italy: Renting An Apartment
Can You REALLY Buy A House In Italy For 1 Euro?
How to Live in Italy: Student Visa
How to Live in Italy
Should I Take a Cruise in Italy?
La Befana: The Witch Who Comes Before Epiphany
The Wide World of Italian Christmas Sweets (or, Wintertime Treats)
Understanding the Murky Origins of Christmas and What It Looks Like Today in Italy
Where Are the Best Christmas Markets in Italy?
How to Order Coffee in Italy Like a Natural — Plus, a Brief History
Does Italy Have Medical Tourism?
Does Venice Feel Like a Theme Park?
Special Episode: Witches of Italy
Travel Health Insurance vs. Travel Insurance: Which is Right For You?
No Episode This Week; We Shall Return Next Week!
Is Pickpocketing Really Something To Be Concerned About?
What is the Rome Jubilee? A Brief—but Exciting!— History
Rome's Jubilee and How It Might Affect Your Trip
Does Europe's Upcoming Visa Rules Affect You? (Probably) Plus, Raised Tourist Taxes!
Are There Mosquitos In Italy? Yes, And So Much More!
Can I Take the Orient Express in Italy? Yes, Well Sort Of.
What Train Do I Need: Italo or TrenItalia? Frecciarossa, InterCity, or Regionale?
How To Have The Perfect Flight: Part 2
How To Have The Perfect Flight: Part 1
When To Book: Trains and Buses
When To Book: Hotels and Flights
Why AirBnB Is A Problem In Italy And Where You Can Stay Instead
Venice's Visitor Fee Has Ended, But Will It Affect Your Trip Next Year?
How Do Italian Hotels Earn Their Stars?
The History of Ferragosto
Why does Italy shut down in August?
Italian Cocktail Culture—Food Month Special Episode
Café Culture or Why You Have To Eat Your Food in a Specific Order—Food Month
Do as the Italians Do— Food Month
Navigating the Italian Menu— Food Month
New Cover!
Salerno: The Doorway to the Amalfi Coast — Beach Month
More Than Naples: Capri, Ischia, and Procida — Beach Month
Dos and Don'ts of the Beaches in Italy - Beach Month
Where To Swim Among Roman Ruins - Beach Month
Special Episode: Italy Isn't Breaking Up With You; She's Just Setting Boundaries
Naples: Not Just Pompeii
Naples: Language, Culture, and the Suspended Coffee
Naples: The Food! Oh, Madonna, the Food!
Naples: A Diamond in the Rough
Rome Condensed: Everything You Need to Know Before Going
Going South 3: People, Transportation, and Witchcraft
Going South 2: Coffee, Food, and the Mediterranean Diet
Going South: What To Expect from Southern Italy
Special Finance Episode 3: Credit Cards and Reward Programs
Special Finance Episode 2: Checking Accounts and Debit Cards
Special Finance Episode 1: What to do Before You Leave Home
Perugia: Our Favorite Restaurants, Traditional Dishes And Best Streets For Great Food
Perugia: A Rambling History and a Warning on Getting There
Cinque Terre: The Towns, The Food, The Trails, and How to Get There
Siena: The Big, Giant Episode on Everything to Do, See, and Eat
Florence: 17 Best Day Trips from Florence
Florence: Best Sandwich Shop in Florence — Plus Where to Find the Best Pastries, Gelato, Wine, and Traditional Foods
Florence: Visiting Galleries, Museums, and Shopping Alternatives
Special Episode - Italian Heatwave
Florence: Getting There, Getting Around, and the Briefest of Histories
Rome: Staying Cool [at the beach] and Day Trips
Northern Italy vs. Southern Italy
Our Favorite House Sitting Websites (And Why) to Get You Started
Let's Talk About the "House" in House Sit
Getting Your First House Sit
House Sitting: Making Your Profile
Introduction To House Sitting
Rome: Emergency Numbers, Transportation Tips, and the Kitchen Sink
Exploring the Used Clothing Markets in Rome
How to find the best gelato and our favorite gelaterie in Rome
Coffee and Drink culture in Rome
How to eat at a restaurant in Rome
[Street]Food - Food Markets - Buying Groceries in Rome
Getting to Rome/Getting around Rome
Rome: An Introduction
Traveling with a Partner: Is it worth it?
Traveling Alone: Best decision you've ever made or a pit of loneliness?
What do you need before you hit the road? Passports, visas, and more!
An introduction to One Bag, Ethical Traveling, and More!