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Ciao, come stai? The simple greeting, “Hello, how are you?” in Italian is only three words long, but a powerful starting point to a full language of possibilities.  I recently took an Italian class with my husband at a local cultural center over the course of 15 weeks. The experience was both challenging and exciting, pushing me to learn in ways I...

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While the eternal city is preparing for the great event of the Jubilee 2025, the Sabina region of Lazio dedicates their beautiful journey for cyclists, from Assisi to Saint Peter's, to visitors looking for fresh experiences. Millions of tourists travel to the Italian Capital every year to marvel at the monuments and churches spread throughout the c...

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Nestled in the Calabrian hills lies a charming town that many visitors have yet to discover – Altomonte. With its ancient architecture, breathtaking landscapes, and rich history, this town is an ideal destination for travelers seeking an authentic Italian experience. Altomonte’s history dates back to the 10th century when it was founded by the Lomb...

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Easter eggs aren’t just child’s play in Civitella del Lago, a tiny Umbrian town just above Lake Corbara. The town’s local Ovo Pinto Cultural Association — yes, that’s an organization dedicated to the art of Easter egg-painting — kicks off its annual Mostra Concorso Ovo Pinto competition and exhibition today, April 8, or Holy Saturday (“Easter eve”)...

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Do you know which are the most picturesque villages in Italy worth visiting during the spring holidays? The territories of our peninsula are rich in authentic treasures, including charming villages rich in history, culture, art, and delicious food and wine traditions. Magnificent villages in Italy worth visiting at any time of year are nestled like...

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Naples is a fascinating city in itself, but it’s also an excellent starting point to visit some of Italy’s most ancient historical sites and archeological treasures. While most use Rome or Florence as a base camp for day trips, these amazing day trips from Naples prove that no traveler to Italy should skip over la bella Napoli – or the towns around...

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In Portofino, one of Italy's best known and most visited villages, two “red zones” have been established to limit the pedestrian traffic formed by tourists. These are areas where people can walk freely, sit in a restaurant or go shopping, but where visitors cannot stop for safety reasons, as the human density has become too high. “Portofino belongs...

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Italy is a country that never ceases to amaze us. From the breathtaking landscapes to the rich cultural heritage, it offers a unique blend of experiences to visitors. One of the hidden gems of Italy is the Aosta Valley, also known as the Valle d’Aosta. Located in the northwest of Italy, this region is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich...

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Public fountains have a long history in Italy. They date back to the Roman period when many were built as part of the city infrastructure. The Romans were master architects and engineers, and many of the monumental fountains we see in Rome, including the Trevi Fountain, were built thanks to water transport systems they had created. However, the tru...

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As Europe sells out and hordes of tourists descend on Italy for what looks set to be a busy summer season, one region has capped visitor numbers in a bid to prevent overtourism. The autonomous region of Alto Adige, also known as Bolzano - South Tyrol, in the north of the country, has introduced a limit on overnight visitors, capping numbers to 2019...

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