Planning a trip to Italy? You’re in the right place. I’m sharing everything I’ve learned from over 20 years of travelling to Italy and now living here full-time. As Canadian expats who made the leap to call Italy home, my partner Alex and I know this country from both perspectives—as wide-eyed tourists and as locals who navigate daily life here.
We’ve experienced Italy through every season, explored regions most tourists never see, and learned the difference between tourist traps and authentic experiences. Now we’re sharing those insights with you.
Discover Italian culinary flavours
Embark on a delectable journey through Italy’s diverse culinary landscape, from hearty pasta dishes to exquisite gelato flavours. From learning to shop at local markets to understanding regional specialties that go far beyond pizza and pasta, we’ll show you how to eat like locals do.
Immerse yourself in art
Discover the rich artistic heritage of Italy with our guide to the most iconic art, museums and architecture in the country. Living here has given me the opportunity to explore museums during quiet hours, discover hidden frescoes in small-town churches, and delve into the stories behind the masterpieces.
Explore the Italian outdoors
Experience Italy’s breathtaking nature beyond the postcard shots. Immerse yourself in Italy’s breathtaking nature, from the majestic Dolomites and secret beaches along the Adriatic coast, to the lemony groves of the Amalfi Coast and the azure waters of Sardinia.
Learn what it’s like to live in Italy
Get an insider’s perspective on life in Italy with our guide to local customs, traditions and culture. Moving here taught us about local customs you won’t read in guidebooks, seasonal traditions that shape daily life, and cultural nuances that make all the difference.
Listen to our podcast
From travel tips to local legends, our podcast brings Italy to life through the power of audio storytelling. Available on all major platforms, we share personal stories about our move to Italy and answer your questions about both travelling to Italy and living here. It’s like having a conversation with friends who happen to live in your dream destination.
Get practical tips
Navigate your Italian adventure with confidence using our comprehensive guide to practical tips and advice. Our practical travel guides come from real experience and we’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to. We give you the details that matter.
Why trust our Italy travel guide?
- We live it every day: This isn’t advice from a quick vacation. We navigate Italian systems, shop at local markets, and participate in community life. Our recommendations come from genuine experience, not research.
- We remember being tourists: We haven’t forgotten the challenges of planning a trip through Italy or the excitement of discovering new places. We bridge the gap between tourists and locals.
- We explore beyond the obvious: Living here gives us time to discover hidden gems, seasonal experiences, and authentic local spots that most visitors never find.
- We understand both perspectives: We know what questions tourists ask because we asked them too. Now we can answer them with the wisdom that comes from actually living the answers.
The story of Amongst Romans
We assume you are here because you love Italy. Or maybe you’re looking for more information about Italy before planning your trip. You’re in the right spot!
We’ve been to Italy many times over the last 20 years. We’ve even lived there at different points in our lives. We decided to move here from Canada, and we now live in the historic town of Chieti in the region of Abruzzo in Italy.
As expats, we understand the excitement of planning a trip to Italy because we still feel that thrill. But we also know the secrets that come from daily life here, which bakery has the best cornetti, when to visit monuments without crowds, and how to experience authentic Italian culture beyond the tourist highlights.
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