Discovering Gubbio: 10 places to get to know the city
Gubbio, among the rolling hills of Umbria, is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Italy. Walking through its ancient streets, one feels transported back in time, immersed in an atmosphere charged with history. This charming town is known not only for its architectural and cultural heritage, but also for its connection to St. Francis and its...
The Must-Visit Bronx Spot For Italian Foodies
While comfort food dishes come from around the world, Italian food hits the spot for those who appreciate deep tomato-rich, olive oil-paired flavors. In New York, there is one place to find authentic Italian food and have your culinary needs met: Arthur Avenue, aka the Bronx's Little Italy. With tens of thousands of Italians making their way to the...
The world “Prosecco” dominates among sparkling wines. And that of Asolo exceeds 30 million bottles
If Italian sparkling wines are the category that has kept the overall accounts of the sector in the positive in recent years, part of the credit goes to the growth of Metodo Classico, from Franciacorta to Trentodoc, from Alta Langa to Oltrepò Pavese. From the recovery of historical territories such as Asti, to the birth, over the years, of many dif...
The trials and tribulations of Serie A’s American owners
Few countries sell the dream better than Italy. Its scenery, food and history have tempted many a visitor to make their stay a permanent one down the years. However, as many of them will tell you, the reality can often prove much more testing than their sun-kissed fortnight in the summer had led them to believe. The narrative of Serie A’s American...
Venice's New Entrance Fee in 2025: key changes and updates
In 2025, Venice will start a series of significant changes to its entrance fee system, aiming to better manage tourism and preserve the city's unique heritage. The policy, initially introduced as a pilot project, will be fully operational by 2025 and marks a critical step in Venice’s ongoing effort to combat overtourism while ensuring the sustainab...
In 2025, Super Mario Bros. turns 40
On Sept. 13, 1985, Nintendo launched Super Mario Bros., introducing numerous innovations in video game design, establishing conventions that are still followed today. Super Mario Bros. was not only an extraordinary commercial success, selling over 40 million copies, but it also became a global cultural phenomenon, showing video games could be a sop...
"Napoli explosion", a hymn of the city of Naples to itself
Naples welcomed the new year in the way only Naples knows how: lighting up the sky with fireworks, lights, choruses, and the classic New Year’s Eve explosions. Mario Amura, photographer and visual artist, has spent the New Year’s Eve night for the past fourteen years on Mount Faito, the mountain that rises above the Gulf of Naples – in front of Ves...
Two new reports indicate Italy at the top of the dreams of tourists from around the world
Italy continues to dominate global travel rankings, firmly established as one of the top dream destinations for tourists worldwide. As travelers emerge from pandemic restrictions and return to international journeys, Italy remains a steadfast favorite. According to recent surveys and industry reports, Italy is the undisputed leader when it comes to...
Busalacchi family tours real Little Italy
The stereotype of a family-owned restaurant may not include the elaborate bar of Lala or the trendy social scene at Barbusa. The comfort food of Nonna, named after Italian grandmothers everywhere, is more what comes to mind when considering non-corporate dining. Yet the Busalacchi family still proudly owns and manages all three concepts in Little I...
10 Fairytale Villages in Lombardy: discover the region of hidden treasures
Lombardy is a land that holds enchanted villages, places where time seems to have stopped. These little jewels, scattered among lakes, hills and plains, tell stories of a past that continues to live. The frenetic Lombardy, region of dynamic Milan, holds timeless oases of tranquility and tradition. These villages are like hidden treasure chests, eac...
Ciao Bella! Nonstop flights to Italy are coming to Colorado
I have been fortunate to visit a handful of Italian cities in this surreal country over the past few years. One of the drawbacks of flying to Italy from Colorado is that you always have to have some form of a layover and they are usually quite long. Soon, you won't have to deal with the layovers if you want to experience la dolce vita in Italy as o...
20 Foods You Must Eat in Piedmont
Car lovers know Piedmont for Fiat; sommeliers for Barolo; and coffee-holics for the Moka… But what the region really deserves the limelight for is food. Much of the region’s culinary heritage dates back to the chefs in the House of Savoy, one of Europe’s oldest dynasties (they go back to 1003 AD) and the ruling royal family of Italy from 1861 until...