Low impact travel

Dreaming of Italy? Whether you’re planning your first Italian adventure or returning to explore new regions, Touring Italy by Train  is your perfect travel companion — and for today only (October 21) , it’s FREE on Kindle . This bestselling guide shows you how to see Italy the easy, authentic way — without car rentals or expensive tours. You’ll discover how to plan your own self-guided rail adventure, from iconic cities to hidden hill towns, using Italy’s world-class train ne

Venice isn’t just its canals — the lagoon hides a trio of islands, each with its own character. Murano is famed for glass, Burano for...

The Cinque Terre and Portofino coast are some of Italy’s most spectacular walking destinations. Trails connect fishing villages, with...

Lake Trasimeno, in the heart of Umbria, is Italy’s fourth largest lake and a peaceful alternative to the Tuscan coast if you're looking...

September is one of the best months to explore the Cinque Terre. The summer crowds have thinned, the weather is still warm enough for...

The Amalfi Coast is one of Italy’s most famous destinations—but its beauty often comes with overwhelming crowds in summer. For a more...

Rome is magical in summer, but even the Eternal City can feel a little too eternal when the temperatures rise. The good news? In under an...

Naples in summer  can be intense - sizzling heat and buzzing crowds in the city’s historic centre. But when the heat peaks or the pace...

Tuscany in summer is iconic—rolling golden hills, hilltop towns glowing in the afternoon sun, and vineyards heavy with grapes. While many...