Are you travelling to Italy in the near future? Or are you interested in gaining a deeper understanding of Italian culture? If so, this course is for you! We will cover Italian geography and discuss the regional differences in food and other matters. This course is perfectly paired with our language course Italian for Fun & Travel.

Your Tutor is Tony Iammarrone

Tony Iammarrone BFin, MBus (Acc), DipCA has been teaching at WEA since 2024.

Tony started his career as a Chartered Accountant working for various public practice firms, which led to forming his own Chartered Accounting Practice. Eventually he moved out of this area and started private tutoring in various subjects for secondary school and early university students.

Tony’s family spoke Italian at home when he was young. His grandparents didn’t speak English, and his parents were learning English at the time. He was raised bilingual, learning English at school. During his schooling years Tony also attended Centro Didattico, an educational centre focused on teaching students with an Italian background.

Experience Italy – Festivals, Sites and More

Course Description

Are you planning a trip to Italy, or simply fascinated by its rich culture and regional diversity? 

This engaging course takes you beyond the guidebooks to explore the traditions, flavours, and festivals that make each Italian region unique. 

You’ll uncover how geography, history, and local customs shape everything from cuisine to celebration, helping you understand Italy as a vibrant collection of cultures rather than a single destination.

Whether you’re preparing your travel itinerary or deepening your appreciation for Italian life, this course offers an insider’s view of what to see, taste, and experience throughout the year. 

It’s also the perfect companion to WEA’s Italian for Fun & Travel course, helping you connect the language you’re learning with the people, places, and passions that bring Italy to life.

Course Structure

The course begins with an exploration of Italy’s geography, regions, and provinces, offering insight into how history and government influence local identity. 

You’ll then journey through the diverse culinary traditions that define each region, discovering how food and festivals reflect the rhythms of Italian life. 

The final section focuses on iconic sites and practical travel insights, helping you plan visits to Italy’s most celebrated landmarks as well as its lesser-known treasures.

Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Identify Italy’s regions and understand their cultural and geographical differences.
• Recognise key regional foods and their connection to local identity.
• Understand Italy’s major festivals and what to expect when travelling at different times of year.
• Identify important Italian landmarks and plan visits effectively.
• Combine cultural and practical knowledge to create a richer travel experience.