Matera is arguably the most remarkable town in Southern Italy. Its famous "sassi" are troglodyte cave dwellings, which have been carved out of the rock ravine in tiers over centuries of human occupation. The caves were, unbelievably, home to over half the population of the town right...

Here in Italy we are at the height of summer and the hot temperatures have us reaching for something cold!  We take a look at three of Italy's best iced drinks and the stories behind these cooling treats.

British couple David and Rosanne Hughes have reached the fantastic milestone this year of completing 10 tours with Hedonistic Hiking.  Annabel spoke to them about their experiences with us and what tours they might be eyeing up for the future.

Dating back to medieval times, Italy’s Palios traditionally involved horses or other animals in a competitive racing challenge but, over the years, have adapted to include other elements that range from jousting to barrel rolling. Today, visiting a Palio, or being in town during the run-up...

Ferrara is often overlooked by visitors to northern Italy, despite being one of its most charming small cities. Awarded UNESCO World Cultural Heritage status for being a ‘superb example of a Renaissance city that has retained its historic centre intact’, culturally, Ferrara was one of Italy’s...

Following on from this month's Blog about Pilgrim Paths, we have focused on three female writers who found, through walking, resolution to issues in their lives which seemed at the outset insurmountable. The inspirational on-foot journey's documented in their books took each of them...

Italy's Pilgrim Paths still attract many walkers today, even if a religious motivation is no longer the reason for setting off.  The trails are peppered with architectural and artistic masterpieces and walking off the beaten tracks means fewer tourists and a more peaceful experience.

Bologna may lag slightly behind Florence and Rome when it comes to art treasures, but if we're talking food, the city is in a class of its own, rapidly gaining ground as the country’s gastronomic capital.

For the first time in 2024 the prestigious Tour de France cycle race will start in Italy. The "Grand Départ", as it is known, will happen in Florence on Saturday 29th June. The first two stages will cross the Apennines between Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna and the third stage will cross...

Historically, the wines of Corsica have not been widely known beyond its shores. The vineyards are mostly planted in the coastal areas which benefit from warm sunshine, low rainfall and cooling sea breezes.  Exports are now on the increase as winemakers turn their attention to higher...