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Our little guide to Portofino: What to do, where to eat, and the must-see spots
Ask an Italian what he or she thinks of Portofino, and he or she will probably tell you that it is at its best off-season, when the throngs...
Residents fear the closure of Feltrinelli bookstore is just the tip of the iceberg
Shutters are being permanently lowered in Via Nazionale, Via del Corso, Via Frattina, and even along streets in Prati. The historic cen...
The Monti district rivals other areas of Rome for its nightlife and bar scene.
Monti is full of lots of things: hipsters, kids, bikers, tourists trying to get photos of hanging ivy - all of which may lead you to want a...
All you need to know about the most beautiful fountain in Rome: The Trevi Fountain. The English poet Percy Blythe Shelley said that "fountains are enough to justify a trip to Rome". And he was right. The fountains of t...
10 Italian countryside houses with pools for your next vacationThe punctual spring arrival of our desire to escape routine has us planning our next getaway. We’re thinking of spring climates and beautiful days lying nex...
Easter Holidays in Italy Easter in Italy has always been celebrated by traveling, and who among us doesn’t yearn for a trip right now? This year, it seems Italians are dreaming of slow, eco- conscious escapes, traveling...
All you need to know about arrosticini.
If you’re craving a trip around the world – or even just outside of Rome, you may be experiencing “travel fever” along with thousands of other expats, nomads, and free spirits in...
Guide to 30 destinations for day trips or overnight stays within easy reach of Rome.
They say “all roads lead to Rome”, however the central location of the Italian capital makes it a perfect departure point for day trip...
Olive Oil Farms near Rome: Taste Testing and Traveling in Lazio
With the arrival of November, the olive growing areas of Lazio are in action and the mills are prepared to receive tons of ripe fruit that will be transfor...
Throughout the years, the Italian lifestyle seen through the eyes of tourists formed stereotypes which categorized the nature and customs of the average Italian.
Italy is one of the most fascinating countries in the wo...
All you need to know about the happy new year celebrations in Italy.On the 31st of December, the entire world celebrates the last night of the year, which in Italy is also known as the “Notte di San Silvestro”. This is t...
Here is a list of the months with their Italian translation, origin and significance.
Have you ever wondered why the months that make up the year have those strange names? The subdivision of time in years, months, weeks...
All you need to know about golf courses in Rome.
If you’re looking to swap fountains for fairways and piazzas for putting greens, Rome is a great city for a spot of golfing.
As well as enjoying the luxury of Rome’s...
A ticket purchased for the Vatican Museums automatically grants access into the Sistine ChapelWhat’s included in a ticket to the Vatican Museum?A ticket purchased for the Vatican Museums automatically grants access into...
An in- depth and honest guide to visiting the Amalfi Coast.
Where to stop, where to stay, where to eat, and where to see the best views.
You can't think of Southern Italy without dreaming of a trip to the Amalfi Coas...
Living in Italy, tips and mistakes to avoid.
I am the first person to admit that life in Italy is not always a bed of roses. Or rather, it is a bed of roses, but someone neglected to remove the thorns. So, just as you...
What does Buon Natale mean?
When December 25th arrives, in Italy everyone starts wishing, from the cashier at the grocery store to your closest friends, a “Buon Natale".
Directly translated, buon Natale means “good...
Halfway up the Italian Peninsula, in the region of Le Marche, rests the Conero Regional Natural Park.
This nature reserve lies three hours by car from Rome and 20 km south of Ancona, commonly referred to as the city wh...
All you need to know about surfing in Italy.
Italian swells draw all kinds of surfers, not only from the beautiful little towns perched along the dramatic coastlines, but from all over the world.
Let's be honest. W...
Top 10 Italian proverbs.
Whether it’s about daily habits, manners or human nature in general, Italians have some very classic proverbs that seem to fit any circumstance.
Some of them very international, some more...
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