Just outside Rieti in Lazio, four Franciscan sanctuaries mark some of the most significant moments in the life of Saint Francis — including the cave where he wrote the rule that shaped his entire order. Most visitors have never heard of any of them.

The Aeolian Islands are seven volcanic islands off northern Sicily, each with a distinct character. This guide covers what makes each one different — from Stromboli’s active volcano to Salina’s capers and Malvasia wine — and how to plan a visit.

Discover Salina, Pollara, and the seven Aeolian Islands off the coast of Sicily — a UNESCO World Heritage Site with active volcanoes, exceptional wine, and some of the clearest water in the Mediterranean.

Visit Matera, Italy, where 9,000 years of history are carved into the rock. Explore the Sassi caves, ancient churches, and a Bond filming location.

A practical guide to visiting St. Peter’s Square and Basilica in Vatican City — history, architecture, what to see inside, entry tips, and how to get there.

La Pelosa is one of Sardinia’s most recognisable beaches, located near the village of Stintino on the north-west coast. Here is everything you need to plan your visit.

Civita di Bagnoregio in Lazio sits on eroding volcanic rock, accessible only by a single footbridge. Known as La Città che Muore — The Dying City — it has been continuously occupied for over 2,500 years. Here’s what to know before you visit.

Piazza San Giacomo in Udine is one of northern Italy’s finest medieval squares. This guide covers the history, the food, and everything you need to know before you visit Friuli-Venezia Giulia’s most underrated city.

San Gimignano is one of Tuscany’s best-preserved medieval towns, famous for its fourteen surviving stone towers. Here is what to see, eat, and know before you visit.

Palermo’s Quattro Canti is one of Sicily’s most striking baroque squares. Here’s everything you need to know before you visit, including horse carriage rides, nearby landmarks, and practical travel tips.

The Amalfi Coast offers some of the most dramatic sea views in Europe. Here is what to expect, where to go, and when to visit this iconic stretch of Italian coastline.

Positano on the Amalfi Coast draws visitors from across the world. Here’s what actually makes it so special — and everything you need to plan your visit.

Basilicata’s only coastal town has sea caves you can only reach by boat, water clear enough to see 20 metres down, and almost none of the crowds found further along the Tyrrhenian coast. Here is what to know before you visit Maratea.

Trastevere is one of Rome’s oldest and most distinctive neighbourhoods, sitting on the west bank of the Tiber. Here is what you need to know before you visit.

From a hotel window on the Amalfi Coast to a boat on Lake Como, Italy’s best views are specific, accessible, and exactly as good as their reputation. Here is where to find them.

Kindred Women Travelers has already run a Lake Como to Tuscany itinerary — small group, values-driven, the slow-Italy model we always recommend. Here is why we are paying attention.