Protecting Italy's landscape from overtourism is good for tourism itself
On one hand, we celebrate major successes like the widespread promotion of Italy’s beaches through the Blue Flag awards. On the other, we face a pressing issue: overtourism, and the urgent need to protect sites of cultural and environmental value from the kind of overcrowding that not only renders them unsustainable, but risks destroying them entir...
An Italian builder of racetracks designed the world’s first high-speed toll road
Piero Puricelli was born April 4, 1883, in Milano. He graduated as an engineer at the Zurich Technical Institute. In 1914 during World War I he worked with the Army Corps of Engineers in developing methods to improve the development of tools and road work. He became a charter member of the first Italian Touring Club in 1918 and consequently helped...
Italy's mountain towns defy depopulation trends
Contrary to widespread belief, Italy's mountain communities are not experiencing depopulation—in fact, recent data shows the opposite. Over the past five five-year periods, the 387 designated mountain communities have seen their populations grow by about 100,000 residents. Much of this growth has been driven by immigration, especially during times...
Why this cliffside Italian town is one of the wildest sport venues on Earth
Since 2009, over 500,000 sports fans to date have flooded into the sun-drenched streets for one action-packed summer weekend in Italy’s Polignano a Mare. In what’s become almost an annual tradition, this laid-back town on Italy’s southern coast undergoes a transformation, shifting the pace from relaxed Mediterranean calm to full-blown buzz. Beaches...
These are the celebs who are attending Jeff Bezos’ Venice wedding
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez ‘s Venice wedding bonanza got under way Thursday with the couple sharing a kiss before leading their celebrity guests through the lagoon city to the first bash of the weekend. A string of water taxis cut through the lagoon to bring Bezos, Sanchez and their guests to the Madonna dell’Orto cloister on the...
In Italy, a degree pays off - but only after a long wait
In the best-case scenario, it takes over twelve years in Italy for a university degree to “pay for itself.” For students who study away from home, that timeline stretches beyond fourteen years. There’s no doubt that a college degree holds financial value—it does translate into better pay. A recent report shows that non-graduates earn an average gro...
Ferrara: where music takes over the streets
Ferrara is a magnificent city in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, home to extraordinary sites like the stunning Ducal Palace. But once a year, it becomes something truly unique: the world’s largest open-air stage for street musicians. The Ferrara Buskers Festival, taking place this year from August 27 to 31, brings artists from across the globe...
Big News for the Italian Citizenship Community!
Something truly important happened yesterday, and it happened fast. A judge at the Court of Turin has officially raised the question of constitutionality regarding the new Law No. 74/2025. This means that one of the very first cases filed after the law came into effect is now being reviewed for its compliance with the Italian Constitution. Why thi...
A trip to Casciana Terme Lari: wellness and nature in the heart of Tuscany
In Tuscany, in the beautiful province of Pisa, Casciana Terme Lari is a 'scattered municipality' that includes the picturesque villages of Casciana Terme, Lari and their small hamlets. Casciana Terme, with its renowned spa centre, and Lari, with its imposing medieval Castle and ancient village, welcome us to an authentic Tuscany waiting to be disco...
1 euro houses for sale in Sicily in 2025
Buying a 1 euro house in Italy has become a highly sought-after opportunity, and in 2025, Sicily remains one of the top regions offering this unique chance. The trend of purchasing 1 euro houses in Sicily continues to gain momentum, following the strong interest seen throughout 2024. Sicilian towns and villages face the challenge of repopulating sm...
Cherry Season in Marostica: A Celebration of Flavor and Heritage
Have you ever heard about the Marostica cherry, or ciliegia di Marostica? This luscious cherry variety, cultivated in a small area of the Veneto region – specifically in the province of Vicenza – is known for its sweetness, firmness, vivid color, and for being a symbol of cultural identity and local pride. It is protected by the European Union’s PG...
This Italian City Was Named the Most Underrated Luxury Destination in Europe—and It's Known as the 'New Tuscany'
Tucked between Tuscany and Lazio in central Italy is Umbria, a region that remains, somehow, just out of the spotlight. Often called Italy’s “green heart,” it may feel less polished and be less photographed than its more well-known neighbors, but it's no less enchanting. The little-known region was recently named Europe’s most underrated, luxurious...