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Italian LakesLake Garda in Winter 2026-27: Which Boats Still Run, Christmas Markets and Where to StayLake Garda in winter: passenger boats stop on 2 November 2026 and only the Torri to Maderno ferry runs. The Christmas markets, the buses and the best bases.
LiguriaRecco Sagra del Fuoco 2026: The Two-Night Programme and How to Plan ItRecco's Sagra del Fuoco returns on 7 and 8 September 2026. The fireworks programme, the mascoli, the rail strike clash and which of the two nights to choose.SicilyPalermo Airport to Cefalù by Train: When the Direct Trains Actually RunDirect trains run from Palermo Airport to Cefalù, but mainly on Sundays and public holidays. The 2026 times, the weekday change and the return options.
Italian IslandsThe Best Italian Islands in September, Depending on Your TripFrom Sardinia and Sicily to Ischia, Elba and Pantelleria, these are the best Italian islands in September, ranked by trip type and logistics.
VeniceVenice Regata Storica 2026: Programme, Best Places to Watch and Vaporetto ChangesVenice's Regata Storica returns on 6 September 2026. See the programme, route, best viewing areas and waterbus changes before planning your day.
Amalfi CoastNaples to the Amalfi Coast by Ferry: How to Do It Without Getting the Route WrongDirect ferries link Naples with Sorrento and, in season, Positano. For Amalfi, Salerno is often the smarter gateway. Here is how to plan the crossing properly.
SardiniaDo You Need a Car in Sardinia? The Honest 2026 AnswerDo you need a car in Sardinia? Usually yes, but not always. Here is when to rent, when to skip it, and which Sardinia bases work without a car.
SardiniaLa Pelosa Beach 2026: how to book Sardinia’s most protected sandLa Pelosa in Stintino requires booking in 2026, with a daily cap, entry fee and the famous mat rule. Here is how to plan the beach properly.
SicilyRabbit Beach Lampedusa 2026: how to book Spiaggia dei ConigliSpiaggia dei Conigli in Lampedusa requires booking in 2026, with limited shifts, QR access and strict reserve rules. Here is how to plan it properly.
SardiniaCala Goloritzé 2026: how to book Sardinia’s most protected beachCala Goloritzé requires booking in 2026, with limited access, QR codes and strict trail rules. Here is how to plan the beach properly.
CapriCapri’s 2026 group rules: how to visit without becoming the crowdCapri has introduced 2026 rules limiting tour groups, requiring headphones and banning loud guide markers. Here is how travellers should plan the island.
Amalfi CoastAmalfi Coast driving rules 2026: read this before you rent a carThe Amalfi Coast's alternate license plate rules are active in summer 2026. Here is what visitors should know before renting a car.
LiguriaCinque Terre is changing its rules. That is your travel clue.Vernazza and Riomaggiore are tightening rules on tour groups, megaphones and pedestrian stops. Here is how to plan Cinque Terre properly.
SardiniaBeyond Costa Smeralda: 15 Sardinian villages to watch for slow travelSardinia is investing €38 million in 15 certified villages. Here is what travellers should know beyond Costa Smeralda.
SardiniaNew York to Sardinia nonstop: how to plan the JFK to Olbia routeDelta's new JFK to Olbia nonstop changes how Americans can plan Sardinia. Where to stay, how long to go and what to avoid.