The Luxury Travel Magazine
The Luxury Travel Magazine
By taking a slower pace, you get to visit more places in-depth, and it gives you the opportunity to learn more about the food and culture throughout the country. You’re also much more likely to stumble across hidden gems, like local restaurants or secret beaches.
Of course, the entire country is too large to explore in one journey. That’s why we recommend choosing a specific region, such as Tuscany, Umbria, or Sicily. Choosing to journey through small towns and along countryside routes can offer more authentic encounters, local markets, and quieter paths.
By picking just one region for your adventure, you can explore in much greater detail, with plenty of time to fully absorb the experience. You might also choose to get in touch with local people and ask for their recommendations.
Perhaps the greatest thing about visiting another country is getting to fully immerse yourself in the culture, trying all the new foods and local traditions. When you drive past, these incredible places all disappear in a blur. By connecting on foot, you give yourself a chance to learn and explore what makes the country so unique and majestic.
You can choose to stop at a range of interesting places, such as local vineyards and wineries, village cafes, or even attend local festivals. Another reason walking is such a great choice is that it gives you the time and flexibility to linger anywhere that interests you.
To make the most of your holiday, you should try to plan a realistic itinerary. That means avoid planning too many events across multiple days. Instead, add in plenty of ‘free’ days, where you’ll be able to spend them however you choose.
You might also want to plan shorter routes that end at overnight rest stops or small inns. Not only are they typically more affordable than Airbnb, hotels, or similar options, but you also get to experience a more genuine Italian culture, rather than a curated one.
We highly recommend travelling light, as walking long distances can be tiring. By limiting what you carry, you can make the walk more manageable and enjoyable.
Finally, it’s important that you embrace the slower pace. Most things in life are focused on speed, but there’s value in slowing down and noticing the finer details. Take photos and keep a travel journal. This is great for cementing the full experience in your memory, and it’ll deepen your understanding.
It also provides a great way to show off the highlights of your trip in the future, with a potential focus on Italy’s history, landscapes, and people. Your holiday should be a journey, rather than a checklist of sites.
