Lee Marshall
Little Italy: 10 small, quirky places to go shopping in Rome
In a world dominated by global brands, Rome still abounds with small, characterful boutiques and delis. From Italian cheeses to shoes, oil paints and ecclesiastical cloth, the Eternal City has it all Read the guide
Restaurants in Venice: where to save and where to splash out
With its aggressive restaurant touts and eye-popping prices, Venice is fraught with dangers for diners. However, it is possible to find good, local food at a fair price. Just follow my advice Read the guide
Green Italy: the secret garden hotels of Rome
Lemon trees, gravel courtyards, butterfly sanctuaries, fragments of Ancient Roman wall… Even in frenetic Rome, you can come home to your own private garden at a b&b or boutique hotel Read the guide
Bed, breakfast & Italian chic: five great locandas in Venice
It's often translated as 'inn', but the word 'locanda' denotes small scale, a warm family welcome, quality and Italian style in an urban setting. Here are five of my favourite new places in Venice Read the guide
Rome, Italy: five stylish places to stay for €150 or less
Rome isn't known for its cheap hotels, but internet bookers are driving down prices while a new crop of boutique b&bs is offering style on a budget. Here are my tips on where, and when, to stay Read the guide
