Raise a Glass to Prosecco: Why Italy’s Signature Sparkler Deserves the Spotlight
There are few things more celebratory than the pop of a cork and the effervescent dance of bubbles in a tall glass. And while Champagne often steals the limelight, Prosecco, Italy’s lively, approachable sparkling wine has quietly become a global favorite, winning over wine lovers with its easy elegance, crisp fruit notes, and charming versatility....
Portofino in Liguria tops Italian vacation home price rankings
An analysis of current market trends reveals that Portofino, the exclusive Ligurian coastal town, holds the highest property values among Italy’s vacation destinations. For a medium-sized apartment, peak prices can reach an extraordinary €22,900 per square meter. In second place is Madonna di Campiglio in Trentino-Alto Adige at €14,000 per square m...
Bio-inspired artificial skin that feels like human skin: an Italian innovation
A groundbreaking development in sensory materials has emerged from a collaboration between researchers in Italy and Brazil: a wide-area artificial skin capable of feeling touch much like human skin. This bio-inspired skin not only detects the location of contact with millimeter-level precision, but also measures the intensity of the touch, making i...
Italy's 'Most Overlooked' Coast Is a Quiet Alternative to Cinque Terre—With Hidden Caves, Beachside Villages, and Michelin Dining
Over the past decade, the southern Italian region of Puglia (the heel of the boot) has come onto the radar in a major way, but most visitors gravitate toward the Valle d’Itria, a series of towns including Alberobello, Ostuni, Monopoli, and Polignano a Mare, where many of the region’s luxury hotels are concentrated. Some travelers head further south...
Michelangelo’s ‘slave’ sculptures and the power of the unfinished
When we think of Florence and of Michelangelo, David is surely the first artwork that comes to mind. It has become an icon – of Michelangelo himself, of the city of Florence, of the Renaissance as a whole, and even of sculpture as an art form. And rightfully so: David is basically perfect, with its purity of form, its absolute smoothness, and the w...
During Italy’s ‘Jubilee’, here’s why you want to go to Calabria instead of Rome, Venice or Milan
Does your day start like this? You mobile-order an iced caramel macchiato, scroll your social feeds and maybe type an AI prompt to help you research a project for work. Italians living on the Calabria peninsula, the "toe" of the country's "boot," greet the day a bit differently. They tend a flock of sheep, make cheese, inspect the olive and bergamo...
Colonne di San Lorenzo in Milan: the hidden history
The Columns of San Lorenzo are one of the most fascinating relics of Roman antiquity in Milan. Located in front of the basilica of the same name, they represent an important historical and cultural landmark. The colonnade, composed of 16 marble Corinthian columns, dates back to the 2nd or 3rd century AD. They are thought to have originated from a R...
On track for tomorrow: Italy’s rail renaissance
Italy’s railways are in the midst of their most ambitious overhaul in decades - a transformation fueled by massive investment, advanced technology, and a drive for greater connectivity. A long-term development plan allocates more than €100 billion through 2029, with €62 billion dedicated specifically to infrastructure. The goal is to improve passen...
Where the Italian village comes alive: food, music, and moments that last forever
Amid the summer’s parade of flashy events and Instagram-perfect experiences, there is another Italy - one that thrives in the rhythm of its small-town festivals. These sagre light up village squares and side streets from the mountains to the sea, celebrating everything from patron saints to mussels, from the return of an emigrant to the blessing of...
Quality, concern, and ethics drive Italian growing commitment to sustainability
A recent study, “Sustainability Is Quality,” reveals that three main forces are pushing Italian consumers toward more sustainable choices: quality, concern, and ethics. According to the findings, 69.6% of respondents see quality as the decisive factor, with innovation and the high perceived standard of sustainable products being the most influentia...
Beyond the Borgias and the Medicis: five of the most powerful historical families in Italy
When we think about the most powerful families in Italy’s past, especially when it comes to the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, two names emerge: the Medicis and the Borgias – even if the latter weren’t Italians, but Spanish in origin. Truth is, many others grew in power and prestige in those centuries and affected the political, historical, and...
Italy dominates European U20 Athletics Championships
Italy closed out the European U20 Athletics Championships in style, topping the overall medal table and confirming its place as a powerhouse in youth athletics. The Azzurri finished with an impressive 14 medals: 6 gold, 3 silver, and 5 bronze - eight of them earned in just two hours on the final day of competition. The highlight of the afternoon ca...