The stunning Italian city that's a beautiful Florence dupe without the tourists
A beautiful Italian city is known as the Florence of the country's south, and has fewer tourists than the likes of Venice, and Rome. Joanne Lynn, head of European product at tour operator Riviera Travel, included the sunswept travel destination among seven "hidden gem" spots in Europe to visit this summer. Lynn included Lecce, in the Apulia region,...
Vatican Museums, new permanent exhibit brings together entire pontifical collection of micromosaics
In the Pauline Hall of the Lower Galleries of the Vatican Museums the entire collection, consisting of nearly five hundred specimens, of micromosaics belonging to the pontifical patrimony has been permanently displayed. This extraordinary collection, once owned by Domenico Petochi, was acquired in the early 1990s thanks to the initiative of the the...
Italy records 3% drop in emissions in 2024, driven by power sector
In 2024, Italy recorded a 3% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to the previous year. Much of the credit goes to the electricity sector, which accounts for about a quarter of total emissions and has consistently shown its ability to reduce them: since 1990, emissions from this sector have decreased by 64%. While the electricity sector i...
Another brand new flight between US and Italy: Boston-Milan
Delta Air Lines’ new flight from Milan Malpensa to Boston Logan International Airport was inaugurated on Saturday, May 24. This new route adds to Delta’s existing services from Milan to New York/JFK and Atlanta, and will operate four times per week. The flight will also offer passengers the opportunity to continue their journey with convenient conn...
Unlocking Italy’s export potential: 17,000 new companies ready to go global
Alongside the more than 120,000 companies that are already successfully operating abroad, Italy has a “reserve” of approximately 17,000 businesses with the potential to export consistently, but which—due to various reasons—have not yet fully realized this capacity or have done so only sporadically. Unlocking this potential could lead to an estimate...
Cavatelli, the soulful handcrafted pasta at the heart of Southern Italian cuisine
Cavatelli hold a special place in the heart of many southern Italians: among the many pasta shapes hailing from our sunnier regions, they are definitely one of the best loved. Recognizable by their small, shell-like form with a gentle groove, they are made from just two ingredients, semolina flour and water, but they have such a long story to tell!...
Couple transform two 'one euro' derelict properties into Italian dream home
A couple who bought two derelict homes after being inspired by Italy's famous ‘one euro' scheme have spent €250k transforming it into their dream home. Tamara and Gary Holm, 41 and 47, bought their Sicilian home in a private listing for just €19,000 in June 2019, after unsuccessful bids in ‘one euro' auctions.Their home, located in Sambuca di Sicil...
Italy's elite squad of art cops who protect priceless artefacts
At the back of a police station in the Italian capital of Rome is a warehouse that holds one of the most valuable art collections in Europe. Behind the armoured door is a vault that looks like it belongs to a compulsive hoarder. But instead of being filled with trash, it is an Aladdin's cave of treasure. Works from Picasso, Banksy, Warhol, Modiglia...
Why Torre Argentina is a Must-Visit for Cat Lovers in Rome
In the square of Torre Argentina, walking through the ruins where once, as you can well imagine, senators and emperors walked, today you can meet the new rulers of the place: the cats of Rome, free, pampered and loved by tourists and volunteers. A unique experience that mixes archaeology, love for animals and the timeless charm of the Eternal City....
American Airlines launches new direct flight from Milan to Philadelphia
The Consul General of Italy in Philadelphia Cristiana Mele participated yesterday in the inauguration of the direct flight Philadelphia – Milan, operated by American Airlines. Another important connection that will further strengthen economic relations and cultural ties with Italy: Milan, the capital of Fashion and the gate to our beautiful lakes,...
Italians increasingly turning to used, refurbished, and reconditioned products
Italians are showing a growing interest in buying used, refurbished, or reconditioned items. In particular, younger people and college graduates are the most appreciative of the circular economy. This trend is highlighted in a newly released report, which also shows a rise in behaviors aimed at extending the useful life of products. Clothing, small...
United Airlines launches new non-stop Venice-Washington DC flight
United Airlines yesterday inaugurated its new daily non-stop flight between Venice’s Marco Polo Airport and its hub at Washington Dulles International Airport. United is the only airline offering a direct flight from Venice to Washington, D.C. The airline has also extended its seasonal Venice–New York/Newark service into the winter season and start...