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Aussie2Italia Blog

Insider advice, destination guides and practical tips to help you make the most of your Italian adventure. Whether you're dreaming of sipping espresso in a Roman piazza, navigating the train system, or uncovering hidden gems off the tourist trail — these stories are here to inspire and inform. Buon viaggio!

Think outside of the box with Italy
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Think outside of the box with Italy

By Sandy Colombo · 16 June 2026

ITALY has so much more to offer than the 5 places everyone wants to tick off their list.

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Why Australians Travel Italy Differently — And How to Use It to Your Advantage

Why Australians Travel Italy Differently — And How to Use It to Your Advantage

By Sandy Colombo · 3 June 2026

There is a trap many travellers fall into — trying to see too much of Italy. Here is how the smartest Aussie travellers plan differently.

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The Italy Most Travellers Miss – Hidden Places Worth Discovering

The Italy Most Travellers Miss – Hidden Places Worth Discovering

By Sandy Colombo · 20 May 2026

Beyond the major tourist routes there is another Italy waiting.

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Inside Info: The travel pattern you must avoid

Inside Info: The travel pattern you must avoid

By Sandy Colombo · 17 May 2026

After many years working in travel, one pattern appears again and again — the pause, adjust, then surge. Here is how to stay ahead of it.

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More Than Pasta and Pizza – The Italian Traditions That Make Travel Feel Different

More Than Pasta and Pizza – The Italian Traditions That Make Travel Feel Different

By Sandy Colombo · 17 May 2026

Oh — and gelati. Italy is a country built around traditions that make travel feel different from anywhere else.

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Who you are booking with can make all the difference

Who you are booking with can make all the difference

By Sandy Colombo · 6 May 2026

TIP #1 — Never book airfares online through an online travel site. If you book online, go straight to the airline's website.

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Booking a tour? What you MUST know before you do

Booking a tour? What you MUST know before you do

By Sandy Colombo · 28 April 2026

Even carefully planned holidays can take an unexpected turn. Here is what Jane and Annie learned when their tour was cancelled.

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Dreaming of the Italian Lakes? Here's How to Get It Right

Dreaming of the Italian Lakes? Here's How to Get It Right

By Sandy Colombo · 26 April 2026

Lake Como, Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore — one of the most breathtaking parts of Italy. Here is how to plan it properly.

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What People Google Most About Italy

What People Google Most About Italy

By Sandy Colombo · 26 April 2026

Italy remains one of the most searched holiday destinations in the world. Here are the questions travellers Google most.

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Italy Loves Tourists… But Here's What Italians Wish You Knew

Italy Loves Tourists… But Here's What Italians Wish You Knew

By Sandy Colombo · 26 April 2026

Italians are incredibly welcoming — but here is what locals wish Aussie travellers understood about mass tourism.

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My biggest learning with Italy....

My biggest learning with Italy....

By Sandy Colombo · 31 March 2026
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What’s Really Happening With Travel to Italy Right Now (And Why It Matters)

What’s Really Happening With Travel to Italy Right Now (And Why It Matters)

By Sandy Colombo · 31 March 2026
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Ancona Italy - a hidden secret

Ancona Italy - a hidden secret

By Sandy Colombo · 16 March 2026
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Italy’s Unsung Heroes: Why Australians will love these 5 places most people don’t visit!

Italy’s Unsung Heroes: Why Australians will love these 5 places most people don’t visit!

By Sandy Colombo · 16 March 2026
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Are you an Aussie looking at travelling to Italy ?

Are you an Aussie looking at travelling to Italy ?

By Sandy Colombo · 16 March 2026
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A different Italy and one Aussies will love.....

A different Italy and one Aussies will love.....

By Sandy Colombo · 16 March 2026
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What does Italy have that Captures Travellers Like No Other Place?

What does Italy have that Captures Travellers Like No Other Place?

By Sandy Colombo · 16 March 2026
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Why Planning Your Trip Now Matters More Than Ever

Why Planning Your Trip Now Matters More Than Ever

By Sandy Colombo · 16 March 2026
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Why Italy Is One of the Best Places in the World to Travel - And How to Do It Without Breaking the Budget

Why Italy Is One of the Best Places in the World to Travel - And How to Do It Without Breaking the Budget

By Sandy Colombo · 16 March 2026
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Cooking Experiences in Italy: How to Turn Food into the Heart of Your Trip

Cooking Experiences in Italy: How to Turn Food into the Heart of Your Trip

By Sandy Colombo · 15 March 2026
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Netflix-Inspired Travel in Italy: From Streaming to Stepping Into the Scene

Netflix-Inspired Travel in Italy: From Streaming to Stepping Into the Scene

By Sandy Colombo · 26 February 2026
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Why Travel Is Now All About “Experiences” - Not Just Exploring

Why Travel Is Now All About “Experiences” - Not Just Exploring

By Sandy Colombo · 26 February 2026
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Why Travel Disasters Stick in Your Head - And How to Make Italy Truly Unforgettable

Why Travel Disasters Stick in Your Head - And How to Make Italy Truly Unforgettable

By Sandy Colombo · 26 February 2026
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Discovering Trieste, Italy: The Non-Touristy Gem on the Adriatic Sea

Discovering Trieste, Italy: The Non-Touristy Gem on the Adriatic Sea

By Sandy Colombo · 9 October 2025
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Exploring the Flavours of Italy: An Italian Regional Food Guide

Exploring the Flavours of Italy: An Italian Regional Food Guide

By Sandy Colombo · 9 October 2025
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Verona, Italy: A City of Romance, History, and Hidden Gems

Verona, Italy: A City of Romance, History, and Hidden Gems

By Sandy Colombo · 9 October 2025
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Perugia: Italy’s Underrated Hilltop Gem

Perugia: Italy’s Underrated Hilltop Gem

By Sandy Colombo · 10 July 2025
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Italy, Unplugged: Where to Slow Down After Rome and Florence

Italy, Unplugged: Where to Slow Down After Rome and Florence

By Sandy Colombo · 10 July 2025
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Beyond the Beach: Discover Italy in October

Beyond the Beach: Discover Italy in October

By Sandy Colombo · 10 July 2025
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