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Travel can do amazing things: broaden horizons, build relationships, and rejuvenate the soul. But often, those experiences come at a cost. This is Peak Travel, a new podcast from WHYY about how travel shapes communities in hot-spots around the world. We’ll share the wonder that comes with exploring new places, as well as the harm that our worst travel habits can cause. And we’ll try to figure out how we can do it better. Each episode transports you to a new destination. You’ll meet the people who call that place home, hear their stories, and come to understand how tourism has changed their everyday lives. Supported by rich, on-location sound from around the world, Peak Travel unpacks the $1.9 trillion travel industry and its impact on people and the planet.

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Do you want to know how to "act Italian" at restaurants? What to avoid (such as eating and walking around)? How about the dos and don'ts of pizza? Well, this episode has you covered with all of that and so much more!

If you enjoyed the episode, we'd love it if you were to rate us, follow, subscribe, comment, etc. It means the world to us and keeps us going!

If there's anything you'd like us to cover specifically, you can find us at onlyabag.com or on instagram @only_a_bag.

89 episoder

#Society #Travel #Italy #Nathaniel Mellor

Only A Bag - An Italy Travel Podcast

Do as the Italians Do— Food Month

Only A Bag - An Italy Travel Podcast

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If you enjoyed the episode, we'd love it if you were to rate us, follow, subscribe, comment, etc. It means the world to us and keeps us going!

If there's anything you'd like us to cover specifically, you can find us at onlyabag.com or on instagram @only_a_bag.

89 episoder

#Society #Travel #Italy #Nathaniel Mellor

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Only A Bag - An Italy Travel Podcast

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How To Live In Italy: Golden Visa, Elective Residency Visa, and Birthright Citizenship 1:21:02

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More of our mini-series "How To Live In Italy!" In this episode we talk about three of the major pathways to citizenship in Italy; the golden visa, elective residency visa (often called "the retirement visa"), and birthright citizenship (Jus Sanginis). Is the golden visa just for the uber rich? Sort of. Do I have to be of "retirement age" to apply for the elective residency visa? And finally, you've been told your whole life "we're Italian!" or maybe you just found out on an ancestry test, so how do you claim citizenship? We'll answer all of those question and more in this episode. We touched on the so called "retirement visa" in a previous episode, How To Live In Italy: Work Visa and Retirement Visa, but we wanted to mention it again because it can be a great option for people with outside income who are looking to live in Italy. And because *spoiler* there is no age restriction. For more info, you can check out Nathaniel's article on our website onlyabag.com. If you'd like to support the podcast you can donate to us on Ko-fi . This fund will help us buy new equipment for the podcast, like new mics! Thank you all so much for listening!…

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The Most Beautiful City in Italy You Might Not Have Heard Of: Matera 1:20:26

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We have fit everything we possibly could about this incredible city into this episode! How do I get there? What is there to do? Why is it called "The City of Caves?" Should I even bother going? Yes! We'll tell you all about it. In this episode we talk about everything you need to know to visit, but the city's history is vast, so we only touch on that a little. But we'll be doing a deep dive into the history of this 7,000 year old community in a later episode, so stay tuned! In this episode we mentioned several restaurants which were all amazing! Here's where we ate: Lunch: Da Nonna Rosa (Via Lucana, 166, 75100 Matera MT) Drinks: Monkey Drink House (Via Duomo, 9, 75100 Matera MT) Dinner: Osteria al Casale (Via Madonna delle Virtù, 29, 75100 Matera MT) Gelato: I Vizi degli Angeli (Via Domenico Ridola, n.36, 75100 Matera MT) Forno (bread shop): Panificio Paoluccio (Via del Corso, 22, 75100 Matera MT) Cafe/pastry shop: Bar Caffè Tripoli (Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 17, 75100 Matera MT) The entrance to the hike across the Gravina (ravine) is here . Thanks so much for listening! You can check out articles on ⁠⁠⁠onlyabag.com⁠⁠⁠ with new articles coming out all the time. You can help the podcast by using our affiliate links for booking hotels and rental cars ! If you liked the podcast, please leave a review, it helps us immensely! You can contact us on our website and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠ and wherever you're listening to this podcast.…

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Tips for Traveling With Someone Else: Part 2 1:01:28

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Picking up where we left off in the previous episode, we continue to cover setting and managing expectations, especially as they surround food, sharing responsibilities, and getting clear on what you want to do and see (or don't want to). Thanks so much for listening! You can check out articles on ⁠⁠onlyabag.com⁠⁠ with new articles coming out all the time. If you liked the podcast, please leave a review, it helps us immensely! You can contact us on our website and follow us on ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠ and wherever you're listening to this podcast.…

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Tips For Traveling With Someone Else: Part 1 44:49

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Traveling with someone else can be an amazing opportunity to share a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It can also be incredibly stressful if you've never traveled before, or traveled together before. In this Part 1 of 2, we discuss setting expectations around a budget and transportation. Thanks so much for listening! You can check out articles on ⁠⁠onlyabag.com⁠⁠ with new articles coming out all the time. If you liked the podcast, please leave a review, it helps us immensely! You can contact us on our website and follow us on ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠ and wherever you're listening to this podcast.…

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Tap Water, Tipping, and Toilets: The 3 Ts of Traveling in Italy 1:02:56

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"Is tap water safe to drink in Italy?", "What's the deal with tipping?", "Do they expect me to use the bidet in a public bathroom?", and perhaps most importantly, "Why does the alarm go off in a public toilet when I pull that thin cord?". In this episode we answer all that and more! We also discover how incensed Darcy is about a rage-bait Instagram video and Nathaniel's views on tipping culture. Thanks so much for listening! You can check out articles on ⁠onlyabag.com⁠ with new articles coming out all the time. If you liked the podcast, please leave a review, it helps us immensely! You can contact us on our website and follow us on ⁠Bluesky⁠ and wherever you're listening to this podcast.…

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Travel Tips You Didn't Know You Needed 1:07:25

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After our recent trips to Venice and Florence we thought we'd share some of our hard-learned tips that have become second nature. Can you be fined for sitting in the wrong seat on a train? What do you do if you get separated while traveling? We will also talk about setting expectations, the importance of communicating your needs to your travel partner(s), and how crucial it is to bring two pairs of shoes (Nathaniel didn't and paid dearly). In this episode we mention Nathaniel's article " Espresso Drinks and How to Order Them " which explains each type of coffee drink you can order at a cafe in Italy; hint: an American "macchiato" is not an Italian macchiato. Thanks so much for listening! You can check out more articles on onlyabag.com with new articles coming out all the time. If you liked the podcast you, please leave a review, it helps us immensely! You can contact us on our website and follow us on Bluesky and wherever you're listening to this podcast.…

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What is the Venice Carnevale? Masks, Costumes, and Pastries 1:12:47

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Nathaniel has had about four cups of coffee, so please bear with him as he and Darcy jump into the world of the Venice Carnavale. I can hear you now, your questions coming to me: What is the Carnavale? Why is it in February, one of the worst times to go to Italy (or best, if you're on a budget!)? What are the little fried pieces of Heaven called "fritelle"? And most importantly, I want a mask, where do I get one? Well, this episode has you covered! It covers everything you need to know, and some things that are just nice to know. Plus: Where to buy authentic masks: La Bauta Atelier Marega La Bottega Dei Mascareri San Marco 596 Fritelle (or, Pastry Shops): Majer Tonolo Rizzardini Dal Mas Pasticceria Toletta (Next door at the Bar all Toletta has great (and cheap) sandwiches!) Rosa Salva Thank you all so much for listening! Darcy and Nathaniel Only A Bag www.onlyabag.com…

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Venice Revisited: Theme Park, Pickpockets, and Finger Food 1:05:29

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In this episode we unpack (pun intended) all that we learned on our recent trip to Venice. How do you avoid pickpockets? What are cicchetti? Can you really buy a glass of wine for €1.50? And some important rules to follow while visiting, like don't sit on the church steps! Stay tuned for articles on Venice and more coming soon to onlyabag.com . If you're planning your visit to Venice (or anywhere), you can help out the podcast by using our affiliate links with ⁠Booking⁠ , Expedia⁠ , and ⁠Agoda⁠ . Thank you all so much for listening!…

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How To Live In Italy: Work Visa and Retirement Visa 1:08:30

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In a continuation of the mini-series on living in Italy, today brings us to the work visa, the retirement visa, and the working holiday visa. In this episode, we dive into why the work visa isn't as easy to get as a student visa, how to apply for it, and how to apply for other types of permits that will allow you to work in Italy (such as the Blue Card). As we mention towards the end of the episode, we highly encourage you to find a recruiter or an agency that helps with this in order to increase your chances of success. As two other booking keeping notes, we have an updated website and this time we've added in what SHOULD be some subtle ads. Please let us know if you visit the website and feel bombarded by ads, that shouldn't be the case. We will also be taking a break on Wednesday, February 26th while we visit Venice for the Carnavale. Thank you all so much for listening! www.onlyabag.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/onlyabag.com Links: Blue Card: https://www.apply.eu/BlueCard/ Blue Card Information: https://immigration-portal.ec.europa.eu/eu-blue-card/italy_en Work Visa Information: https://visaguide.world/europe/italy-visa/long-stay/work/ Elective Residency Information: https://visaguide.world/retirement-visa/italy/ Working Holiday Visa: https://visaguide.world/europe/italy-visa/long-stay/working-holiday/…

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How To Live In Italy: Renting An Apartment 1:03:05

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If you're thinking about moving to Italy and studying or working here, then one of the first steps is securing housing. While this might sound dry, trying to find an apartment in Italy can be one of the most rage-inducing aspects of living here, but it can also be one of the most exciting. In this episode, we break down what to expect, what to look out for, what the lengths of a contract are, where to find apartments, and even how to get a codice fiscale . We mentioned a few of the websites that we use which are: immobiliare.it idealista.it casa.it housinganywhere.com And if you'd like to support Only A Bag, you can do so by using our affiliate link to sign up for Trusted Housesitters (if housesitting is something you'd like to explore!). If you want to look at and compare the different costs of living in Italy, you can use Numbeo . You can find us on onlyabag.com , Instagram , or BlueSky .…

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Can You REALLY Buy A House In Italy For 1 Euro? 1:12:22

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The 1 euro house project has been talked about in countless articles, on the news, and spread across social media. So, can you really buy a house in Italy for 1 euro? Sort of. What most people don't mention are the extra costs like taxes, fees, and renovation costs. Plus, did you know about the renovation timeline a homeowner has to adhere to? In this episode we lay out the details of buying a "1 euro house" and the alternative, buying an inexpensive house in Italy "regular style." In this episode we mention two great resources. Idealista article: "1 euro houses in Italy: the villages still in the spotlight in 2025" by Flavio Di Stefano One Euro Houses article: Map of 1 euro houses The HGTV show we mention is Fixer to Fabulous (during recording Darcy mistook this show for Home Town (a cuter show in her opinion)). If you'd like to support the podcast you can use our affiliate Booking link or Trusted Housesitters link . Thank you so much for listening! We would absolutely appreciate it if you could follow us and rate us wherever you listen; it helps the podcast grow and it makes us feel like we're making a difference! You can find us at ⁠⁠onlyabag.com⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠@onlyabagpodcast⁠⁠.…

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How to Live in Italy: Student Visa 54:32

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If you aren't related to an Italian and can't get the jus sanguinis visa, perhaps the easiest way to live in Italy is by acquiring a student visa. Can I go to college in Italy? Can I take courses taught in English? How much does it cost? In this episode we answer all of those questions and more. This episode is a part of our "How to Live in Italy" series where we dive into different visa options. It would mean so much to us to know if you liked this episode. Please check out our poll in the previous episode or contact us via email or through our website to tell us if you want to hear more on topics like this one, or if you prefer to hear about being a tourist and short term travel tips. If you don't want to commit to a year-long visa, like a student visa, but want to visit Italy on a tourist visa, we can’t recommend housesitting enough. We use ⁠Trusted Housesitters⁠ * which has a fairly steep upfront cost (a few hundred dollars) but that’s covered with a few nights of a house sit which should never cost you money. Thank you so much for listening! We would absolutely appreciate it if you could follow us and rate us wherever you listen; it helps the podcast grow and it makes us feel like we're making a difference! You can find us at ⁠⁠onlyabag.com⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠@onlyabagpodcast⁠⁠ .…

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How to Live in Italy 1:01:46

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After a trip filled with good pasta, great gelato, and a wealth of national treasures, what could be more natural than wanting to live here? At least, that was our thought! In this episode, we look at four of the most common avenues for residency: jus sanguinis, work visa, student visa, and digital nomad visa. We will delve into each of these more in depth in later episodes (poll below, if you'd like to tell us which kind of episodes you prefer), but for now, he's a little bit of information to get that imagination started! And if you'd like to get your feet wet with living in Italy, we can’t recommend housesitting enough. We use Trusted Housesitters * which has a fairly steep upfront cost (a few hundred dollars) but that’s covered with a few nights of a house sit which should never cost you money. Thank you so much for listening! We would absolutely appreciate it if you could follow us and rate us wherever you listen; it helps the podcast grow and it makes us feel like we're making a difference! You can find us at ⁠onlyabag.com⁠ and ⁠@onlyabagpodcast⁠ .…

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Should I Take a Cruise in Italy? 1:05:09

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Planning on taking a cruise to/around Italy? Not sure what that entails? Struggling to see how it's possible given the fact many of the towns are land-locked? After Darcy talked to her mom about an upcoming trip to Italy, we were inspired to do a little digging into cruises to, from, and around Italy. Some are massive cruise ships with multi-port journeys, water slides, and endless buffets others are, in fact, ferries with an unassuming bar and restaurant that get you from point A to B. In this episode we get into the pros and cons of it all plus touch on what the environmental impacts of various transportation might be. If you’re planning on going to Rome in 2025, we highly recommend booking your hotels (and potentially even your flights) as soon as possible. If you’d like to help out Only A Bag, you can use our affiliate links marked with an asterisk. For hotels, we tend to use Booking * since we’re already a part of their member program, but Expedia * also has a robust member program with similar prices on hotel rooms. For an aggregate that seems to offer slightly better deals across the board, we recommend checking out Agoda *. And if you’ve always loved the idea of staying in Italy for an extended period and becoming part of the culture, we can’t recommend housesitting enough. While it does often entail taking care of someone’s pet, it can also be a gateway to seeing Italy in a totally new way. We use Trusted Housesitters * which has a fairly steep upfront cost (a few hundred dollars) but that’s covered with a few nights of a house sit which should never cost you money. Lastly, if you’re already looking to book flights, we like to use the airline’s website, however, some aggregates do offer better deals, so we always recommend checking Expedia * or Booking * before purchasing. Thank you so much for listening! We would absolutely appreciate it if you could follow us and rate us wherever you listen; it helps the podcast grow and it makes us feel like we're making a difference! You can find us at ⁠onlyabag.com⁠ and ⁠@onlyabagpodcast⁠ .…

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La Befana: The Witch Who Comes Before Epiphany 1:12:09

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Why do Italian children put out their shoes on January 5th to be filled with candy? Why are there so many witches and witch-related accoutrement after Christmas? And what can you do on January 6th in Italy to celebrate (or just partake) in Epiphany? Well, free candy galore, for one! In this episode, we dive in and give you everything you need to know about Epiphany. If you’re planning on going to Rome this year, we highly recommend booking your hotels (and potentially even your flights) as soon as possible. If you’d like to help out Only A Bag, you can use our affiliate links marked with an asterisk. For hotels, we tend to use Booking * since we’re already a part of their member program, but Expedia * also has a robust member program with similar prices on hotel rooms. For an aggregate that seems to offer slightly better deals across the board, we recommend checking out Agoda *. And if you’ve always loved the idea of staying in Italy for an extended period and becoming part of the culture, we can’t recommend housesitting enough. While it does often entail taking care of someone’s pet, it can also be a gateway to seeing Italy in a totally new way. We use Trusted Housesitters * which has a fairly steep upfront cost (a few hundred dollars) but that’s covered with a few nights of a house sit which should never cost you money. Lastly, if you’re already looking to book flights, we like to use the airline’s website, however, some aggregates do offer better deals, so we always recommend checking Expedia * or Booking * before purchasing. Thank you so much for listening! We would absolutely appreciate it if you could follow us and rate us wherever you listen; it helps the podcast grow and it makes us feel like we're making a difference! You can find us at ⁠onlyabag.com⁠ and ⁠@onlyabagpodcast⁠ .…

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