Culture vulture from London with a passion for all things foodie. I’ve lived abroad for almost 10 years, floating from one magical place to another. I studied literature at university in the eclectic city of Brighton, and since then, I’ve been hooked on keeping up with what to do, see, and, of course, eat. I’m a firm believer in appreciating and learning from local cultures, travelling responsibly, and giving new things a go with an open mind and a healthy dose of curiosity. I try to share useful tips, local insights and a bit of honest know-how, so you can make the most of wherever you find yourself.
A recent Guardian feature picked out six of the best natural and free beaches in Italy, highlighting stretches of coastline that remain open to all despite the dominance of private beach clubs. The selection spans the Adriatic, Tyrrhenian and Mediterranean, focusing on protected parks, volcanic
Milan Pride 2026 runs from Saturday 21 June to Saturday 28 June 2026, with the main parade taking place on Saturday 27 June 2026.Milano Pride is the city’s annual late‑June celebration of LGBTQ+ communities and allies.
There’s nowhere quite like Italy when it comes to family-friendly festivals. Towns and cities fill with music, food stalls, street performers and local traditions that draw in everyone.If you're looking for the best festivals in Italy with kids in 2026, you’ll find options all year round.
Italian asking rents continued to edge upwards, reaching a new national record and reinforcing the pressure on tenants in many popular cities and regions.According to idealista’s latest rental price analysis for May 2026, average advertised rents across the country hit €15 per m² per month, the high
Although he was born in Florence, a significant part of Flavio Cobolli’s life — fresh from the 2026 Roland Garros final — has unfolded somewhere quite different, far from major sports hubs and global tennis centres.So, where does Flavio Cobolli live?