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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...

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Italy boasts heaps of creamy pastas and cheese-riddled pizzas, but the land of all things Dolce Vita offers more than just amazing food. It is one of the world's best destinations for avid hikers, thanks to a tradition of pedestrian trails that can be traced back to the Romans. Visitors can enjoy everything from seaside walking paths to intense mul...

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Looking to explore beyond Milan? You’re in luck! The fashion capital of Italy serves as the perfect base for discovering some of Northern Italy’s most stunning destinations. From charming medieval towns and pristine lakes to vibrant cities and coastal gems, we’ve handpicked 17 incredible places you can easily reach by train, car, or organized tour....

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Cycling along a path fringing the Adriatic Sea, I pass families entering a play park and older couples walking hand in hand. The pedestrianised “park of the sea” is a quiet spot for a morning stroll, but it also turns into a lively night-time destination after dark. What once was a road and car park is now a path curved like the waves of the sea wh...

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  July 29: Happy World Lasagna Day! 2025 green spikes awarded to 90 rural Italian towns Italy takes leading role in building first lunar outpost for NASA's Artemis program Urban river tourism gets a green makeover in Italy Self-driving vehicles in Italy: 60 mayors ready to host pilot programs Italy’s vocational education system faces a skills gap,...

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With summer finally upon us, Italy's iconic cities and famous landmarks are once again starting to fill up, as millions of tourists pour in from across the globe. However, with growing crowds come long queues and rising costs, which are starting to take their toll. As a result, many are beginning to skip the usual hotspots like Rome, Venice and Mil...

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Many tourists spend their Italy trips in the ancient city of Rome, the artistic city of Florence and the watery city of Venice. Others spend time drinking wine in the rolling hills of Tuscany or eating pizza in Naples. But not so many travelers realize that Bologna is known around the world for its exciting food culture and that the best things to...

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Located in the Emilia-Romagna region, Bologna is a city of real substance. With a population of just under 400,000, it feels lively and important without the intense tourist crowds you might find in Florence or Rome. The city is famously known by three nicknames that perfectly capture its spirit: La Dotta (the Learned), for its ancient university; ...

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Today is World Lasagna Day. Lasagna is tipically Italian, of course: but who really owns this beloved dish, Naples in Campania or Bologna in Emilia Romagna? That question sparks an ongoing debate between the two cities. Some claim the original lasagna includes salami and ricotta, while others argue it was born with meat sauce and béchamel. Putting...

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  Culture drives Italy’s post-pandemic tourism boom A box from home: how southern Italian families keep their students fed - and loved - from afar Italian Anti-Mafia Commission and TikTok sign groundbreaking agreement to promote digital legality A high-tech Italian solution targets Europe’s illegal waste trade University enrollment on the rise in I...

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