There are pros and cons to visiting Italy in August but one thing’s for sure, Italy is the perfect year-round destination and your late summer vacation can be just as exciting as the one in April. We’ve answered some of your burning questions below.

Only 10 minutes by train from Milan, and on the way to Lake Como, the bustling small town of Monza is a great escape from the big city. I lived in Monza as an exchange student in ...

When we create custom itineraries at Italy Beyond the Obvious, we always include the day of the week – not just the date – during the planning process. The main reason for this is that Sundays (and sometimes Mondays) require a different approach because lots of things in Italy are closed on Sundays –...