From the southern seas to the peaks of the Alps: all our weekend ideas, region by region.
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A 3-day weekend exploring the villages of Valle d'Itria and the coast around Polignano a Mare and Monopoli. From Adriatic coves to the trulli of Alberobello, journey through rural architecture and traditional flavours.
Four days along Calabria's Tyrrhenian coast, from Tropea to Reggio Calabria. A journey taking in sea cliffs, churches carved into tuff, and fishing villages, with practical advice on parking, timings, and getting around to make the most of your trip.
Plan a weekend in Piemonte amid the rolling Langhe hills. Here is all you need to know about driving times, pedestrianised villages and the best trattorie to visit.
A practical guide to a weekend in Genova, taking in caruggi, historic palazzi and coastal hamlets. From port architecture to terraces high above the city.
A three-day itinerary between the Costa degli Dei and Costa Viola, discovering churches carved into tufa rock, seaside alleys and scenic terraces overlooking the Stretto.
A long weekend in north-west Sardegna: Alghero, Bosa, and Castelsardo, taking in coastal cliffs, sandy beaches, and seaside historic centres.
From the archaeological areas of the centre to the alleys of working-class rioni, via baroque masterpieces. Timings, getting around, and stops in historic osterie.
A three-day itinerary in Toscana exploring the wild nature of Garfagnana and the rolling landscapes of Val d'Orcia, taking in hikes, medieval villages, and free thermal springs.
Three days exploring the medieval alleys of Campobasso, the Roman ruins of Saepinum, and unspoilt trails across the Monti del Matese, discovering a territory rich in nature and history.
A practical guide to 48 hours in Udine, discovering Tiepolo's masterpieces, Venetian-style architecture, historic waterways, and classic Friulian osterie for the tajut ritual.
Four days on the road uncovering medieval villages in the Piacentino, glacial Appennino lakes and Romagna strongholds, amid Romanesque churches and local culinary traditions.
A weekend in Palermo among Byzantine mosaics, bustling street markets and the calm of seaside villages like Mondello and Sferracavallo. Tips for exploring the city on foot.