Travel Italy Series, Book 4

The Ultimate Festival & Travel Guide: Puglia

Unforgettable Experiences, Unmissable Events, Unique Destinations, Beaches, Baroque Architecture & Best Times to Visit Bari, Lecce, Alberobello & Beyond.

Planning a trip to Puglia, Italy? This is the most complete travel guide available, offering expertly curated itineraries, walking tours, top attractions, transportation tips, must-try foods, accommodations, and day trip recommendations to help you explore the real Puglia.

What Makes This Travel Guide Unique?

Comprehensive Town-by-Town Guide – Covers Bari, Lecce, Alberobello, Ostuni, Taranto, Putignano, Locorotondo, Foggia, Monte Sant’Angelo, Vico del Gargano, Novoli, Martina Franca, Polignano a Mare, Trani, Monopoli, Vieste, Brindisi, Gallipoli, Otranto, and more.
Must-See Sights & Walking Tours – Each city includes a self-guided walking tour with historical insights, key landmarks, and hidden gems to explore at your own pace.
Transportation Made Easy – A complete list of Puglia towns with train stations, bus routes, car rental tips, and scenic coastal drives.
Where to Stay & Eat – Boutique hotels, agriturismi, and best restaurant recommendations for authentic cuisine, seafood, and Pugliese specialties.
Must-Try Foods & Culinary Traditions – Explore Puglia’s top dishes: orecchiette pasta, focaccia barese, burrata, bombette, tiella barese, pasticciotto leccese, and more.
Best Day Trips & Scenic Drives – Visit the Gargano Peninsula, the trulli houses of Alberobello, the whitewashed Old Town of Ostuni, and the Sea Caves of Vieste.
Hidden Gems & Local Culture – Discover lesser-known villages, ancient churches, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Festivals & Traditions – Experience Puglia at Its Most Vibrant

Puglia is a land of centuries-old traditions. This guide includes a month-by-month breakdown of the region’s most famous festivals:

Religious Festivals & Processions – Festa di San Nicola in Bari, Madonna della Madia in Monopoli, Fòcara di Novoli (Italy’s largest bonfire festival), and Easter Week in Taranto and Gallipoli.
Historic Reenactments & Medieval Traditions – Disfida di Barletta (Jousting Tournament), the Battle of Otranto, and more.
Music & Dance Celebrations – La Notte della Taranta, Puglia’s legendary pizzica folk dance festival.
Food & Wine Festivals (Sagre) – Olive oil tastings, seafood sagre, wine festivals in the Itria Valley, and traditional food celebrations.
Carnevale di Putignano – One of Europe’s oldest and most spectacular Carnival festivals.

Why This Book?

The Most Complete Puglia Travel Guide Available – Includes detailed itineraries, historical insights, cultural tips, and practical travel advice.
Designed for All Travelers – Ideal for solo travelers, couples, and families, with recommendations for every type of visitor.
Written by an Italy Travel Expert – Katerina Ferrara, an immersion traveler and festival enthusiast, shares first-hand insights.

Start Planning Your Perfect Puglia Adventure Today!

Walk through ancient olive groves, explore historic towns, swim in turquoise waters, experience Puglia’s warm hospitality, or dance the night away at a festival—this guide will help you make the most of your time in Italy’s most captivating region.

Grab your copy now and start planning your Puglia adventure!

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Katerina Ferrara, Author

Katerina Ferrera fell in love with Sicily the way one falls in love with a great story, unexpectedly and all at once. She was swept into a swirling sea of tamburi and falconieri during a religious procession in Scicli, an experience that captured her heart and set the tone for countless journeys across the island. Fluent in Italian and passionate about tradition, she has wandered the elegant streets of Ragusa, watched the sun set over Cefalù’s medieval rooftops, and traced the footsteps of saints through the ancient stone paths of Syracuse.

A published author with over 25 years of European travel experience, Katerina writes with a deep appreciation for local culture, sacred celebrations, and the intimate details that bring Sicily to life. Her work invites readers and travelers alike to go beyond the guidebook and discover the soul of the island through its festivals, foods, faith, and unforgettable people.

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Join author Katerina Ferrera on the Immersion Travel Podcast or YouTube where she brings Italy’s most unforgettable festivals and destinations to life. From the vibrant streets of Palermo to the sacred processions of Scicli, each episode is filled with travel inspiration, cultural insight, and behind-the-scenes stories that deepen your connection to Italy.

CUSTOMERS REVIEWS

We’re planning a family trip to Italy and have been hunting for truly helpful guides, this one completely changed how I think about travel planning. It’s clear, beautifully written, and full of insights I’d never find by scrolling blogs.”

At first, Puglia wasn’t even on our radar. But after reading this guide, it shot to the top of our list. Now I’m dreaming of ancient olive groves, quiet whitewashed towns, and colorful festivals tucked away from the tourist crowds. This book doesn’t just tell you where to go, it shows you why it matters. The writing is passionate but never overwhelming. It gives context, depth, and that rare feeling that someone who really knows and loves the region is walking you through it.

The seasonal festival breakdown is a game-changer. I can now plan our days around the events that matter to us and skip the worst crowds. The walking tours hit the perfect balance: detailed enough to explore confidently, without needing to stay glued to my phone.

Even the restaurant and hotel suggestions feel genuine, like recommendations from a friend, not an algorithm. I live in Milan and have traveled all over Italy, but this guide made me excited to explore a new region in the south. It’s already reshaping how I think about our itinerary, and I’m absolutely bringing it with me.

If you’re just after a basic checklist, there are plenty of those out there. But if you want to understand a place, feel its rhythms, taste its traditions, and immerse yourself in its festivals and stories, this is the guide to take with you. Truly one of the best travel books I’ve read.

Living in Milan, I’ve long dreamed of discovering the south of Italy, and Puglia is high on my list. This guide is easily one of the most well-written I’ve come across and I plan to use it.

It’s clear the author is passionate about the region. Each section reads like first-hand advice from someone who knows and loves the culture, food, festivals, and local settings. The information is relevant and thoughtfully edited, detailed without ever becoming overwhelming.

The walking tours are a highlight, offering just the right amount of context for each site so you can understand its significance as you explore. I also appreciated the recommendations for transportation, accommodations, and restaurants. They feel authentic, not like generic results from a search engine, but real, curated suggestions.

I’ll definitely be taking this guide with me when I visit Puglia.

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Pages	541
ISBN ebook	978-1-966874-02-7
ISBN Paperback	978-1-966874-03-4
ISBN Hard Cover	978-1-966874-04-1
Language	English
Categories	Puglia Travel, Italian travel, Festival and Culture, History, Mediterranean Travel, Southern Italy
Series	Travel Italy Series, Book 4
Amazon ASIN ebook	B0F89NQZ13
Amazon ASIN Audio Book	B0F925HFQQ
Amazon ASIN Paperback	1966874030
Original Publication Date	May 2025. Revisions Annually.
Publisher	Immersion Travel Publishing, Texas USA
Dimensions	6 x 1.22 x 9 inches
Disclaimer	The author is not a travel agent. All opinions, experiences, and views are those of the author based on personal experiences. The author has received no compensation or sponsorship from any recommended businesses.