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Driving in Puglia, Italy: Rules, ZTLs, Parking & Tips

In Europe, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 9, 2025 by Hazel M

Driving through the scenic roads under a cloudy sky, the person joyfully waves a hat out of the car window, evoking a sense of freedom reminiscent of an adventure in picturesque Alberobello, Puglia. Driving in Puglia can feel like a bit of a mystery before you get there. Will the roads be chaotic? Will parking be a nightmare? And what on earth is a ZTL? I’ve road-tripped around Puglia several times (including solo), and I promise it’s not...
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10 Day Puglia Itinerary: The Perfect Road Trip Through Southern Italy 🗓️

In Europe, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Hazel M

A narrow rural road with a tall, leaning tree and triangular road signs on the right evokes the charming landscapes of Alberobello, Puglia. A car is partially visible on the left, framed by a blue sky and grassy fields in the background. Dreaming of trulli rooftops, cliffside towns, and plates of orecchiette? This Puglia itinerary will take you through the highlights of Italy’s heel in just 10 days. It’s the perfect balance: enough time to soak up the main sights without racing, and plenty of delicious food...
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14 Day Puglia Itinerary: Two Weeks in Southern Italy 🗓️

In Europe, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Hazel M

A winding road leads to a hilltop castle reminiscent of Alberobello's charm, surrounded by trees and lush greenery under a blue sky. Looking for the perfect two-week road trip itinerary for Puglia, Italy? This itinerary will take you on a memorable journey through the highlights of Puglia, allowing you to immerse yourself in its culture, indulge in its delicious cuisine, and explore its architectural wonders.
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Puglia Travel Guide: Sun-Drenched Towns & Trulli Dreams 🇮🇹

In Europe, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Hazel M

White hillside townscape of Ostuni, Puglia, Italy under a partly cloudy sky, featuring historic architecture, cobbled streets, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Dreaming of golden beaches, ancient olive groves, and pasta piled high with burrata? You’re in the right place. Welcome to Puglia – Italy’s glorious heel, where every cobbled alley and coastal cliff feels like it belongs in a movie.
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Puglia Bucket List: 15 Unmissable Places to Visit in Southern Italy 🌟

In Europe, Italy, Puglia, Travel Round Ups   •  

Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Hazel M

A picturesque beach scene features a towering sea stack and rugged cliffs on a sunny day in Puglia. The calm water kisses the sandy shore, with architectural charm reminiscent of Alberobello in the background. Puglia (aka Apulia) is one of Italy's best-kept secrets. With ancient cities, dreamy beaches, crumbling castles and the best pasta you’ve ever tasted, it’s impossible not to fall in love. I’ve solo-travelled across the region multiple times, and every time I go back, I find...
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Guide to Wine in Puglia + Best Wineries to Visit 🍷

In Europe, Food, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 9, 2025 by Hazel M

Vineyard with lush green vines in the foreground, distinctive stone trulli buildings of Alberobello with conical roofs in the background, all under a Puglia blue sky sprinkled with fluffy clouds. Puglia (Apulia) is Italy’s sun-soaked heel, and while it’s famous for olive oil, beaches, and trulli houses, it’s also one of the country’s largest wine-producing regions. With ancient vineyards, native grape varieties, and a wine culture that goes back to the Greeks, wine in Puglia...
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How to Get to Bari, Italy: Plane, Train, Bus, Car & Ferry ✈️

In Bari, Europe, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Hazel M

A stone fortress with high walls and a central tower under a clear blue sky. The dry grass surrounds the fort's base. Bari is the lively capital of Puglia and the main gateway to southern Italy’s heel. Whether you’re here for the street food, the old town charm, or to use Bari as a base for exploring Puglia, the first question is: how do you actually get...
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10 Amazing Day Trips from Bari, Puglia (Italy) 🌊

In Bari, Europe, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Hazel M

Castel del Monte, a medieval stone fortress with an octagonal shape, stands under a partly cloudy sky surrounded by the lush greenery of Puglia, echoing the charm of Alberobello's unique landscape. Bari is the perfect base for exploring Puglia – a city buzzing with life, food, and history, but also beautifully connected to some of southern Italy’s most magical towns and landscapes. If you’re looking for the best day trips from Bari, you’re in for a...
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Things to Do in Bari, Puglia: Pasta, Palazzos & Piazza Life 🇮🇹

In Bari, Europe, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Hazel M

Boats docked near a historic building with a domed roof and ornate towers evoke the charm of Alberobello in Puglia, all under a cloudy sky. Bari is the beating heart of southern Italy’s Puglia region. It's a sun-drenched port city that’s far more than just a gateway to the Adriatic. If you're wondering about the best things to do in Bari, you're in for a treat. It’s a place where...
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Bari Street Food: A Culinary Tour of Puglia’s Capital 🌮

In Bari, Europe, Food, Italy, Puglia   •  

Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Hazel M

A collage of various Italian street foods, including pizza, sandwiches, pasta, fried snacks, and skewers, is artfully presented in different settings reminiscent of Alberobello's charming streets in Puglia. Who doesn't love a good street food tour? In this post, I’ll walk you through all the delicious bites I tried on a street food tour in Bari, the sun-soaked capital of Puglia.
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