143.  Just Back from Venice…What You Need to Know!

143. Just Back from Venice…What You Need to Know!

Author: Kimberly Holcombe April 19, 2024 Duration: 30:11
After 6 days in Venezia, we thought we would share with you how to take in the full beauty and magic of this dramatic city despite the crowds, and it’s not even full tourist season yet!  Getting away from the masses around Piazza San Marco allowed us to see the real Venezia. Everything we took in visually, as we roamed through the web of canals and sidewalks (primarily by ourselves), granted us the time to think about the city’s ingenuity and resilience – not the Instagram influencers we left behind! This strategy involves a lot of walking, yet that’s a good thing since you can enjoy a gondola ride on a quiet canal and have your choice of local osterias, not to mention the “tranquilita”! Follow us on Social Media Instagram Facebook 

There's a particular magic to Italy that goes far beyond its famous landmarks, a rhythm of life that you only really start to feel once you've lingered in a local piazza or navigated a bustling market. Kimberly's Italy Travel is an invitation into that deeper experience, guided by Kimberly Holcombe, whose own story began with a life-changing move to Milan years ago. That journey didn't just create memories; it reshaped her perspective, and she shares that genuine, lived-in understanding in every episode. You'll hear personal stories from her travels, often punctuated by the kind of comical, real-world lessons that no standard guidebook ever mentions. This podcast serves as a rich audio companion, weaving together passionate discussions about regional cuisine, layers of local history, and the vibrant arts that define Italy's culture. It’s about the sensory details-the taste of a perfectly simple dish, the echo in an ancient alleyway, the warmth of a conversation with a new friend. Listeners gain practical, invaluable travel tips born from direct experience, all while feeling like they're sharing a coffee and a laugh with a knowledgeable guide. Through these conversations and reflections, the aim is to transport you, offering not just a list of destinations, but a feeling for the places and people that make Italy endlessly captivating.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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200. TWO HUNDRED Episodes !!!  & Don’t Miss Italy’s Unforgettable Holiday Feasts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:04
Please Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! In this special 200th episode, Kimberly and Tommaso celebrate a milestone while discussing their upcoming move to Italy. They share insigh…
198. Reliving Italy’s Best Meals: Pure Joy! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:23
Please Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! In this episode, Kimberly and Tommaso apologize for the delay in their latest release. They then dive into a discussion about their favorite m…
196.  Our All-Time Favorite Places in Italy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:33
Please Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠! Kimberly and Tommaso discuss their all-time favorite places in Italy. They reminisce about past travels and discuss their favorite islands, lakes, and…
195. Skeptical of AI while Planning your Trip?  We are too! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:06
Please Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠! In this episode of Kimberly’s Italy, Kimberly and Tommaso discuss topics from tourism’s impact on the Dolomite mountains to online travel scams and cybers…
194. Italian Food Rules: The Pizza & Pasta Police Are Real [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:42
Please Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠! In this episode, Kimberly and Tommaso discuss the significance of preserving Italian recipes and the consequences of not adhering to culinary traditions. Pizz…
193.  Capri Without the Chaos: Your Peaceful Italian Escape [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:24
Please Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ! In this episode of our podcast, Kimberly and Tommaso share tips on visiting the island of Capri, including accommodations, activities, and dining experiences. They…
192. Ischia, Italy: Survive the Drive, Discover Paradise [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:13
Please Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook Kimberly and Tommaso share their adventures on the island of Ischia, from a comical car rental experience to a serene beach day. They address weather concerns for traveler…