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The design community gathered in Bloomingdale’s New York flagship store to celebrate the Salone del Mobile.Milano’s installation Italian Design: from Classic to Contemporary. Curated by Ferruccio Laviani, this tribute to Italian design culture will be on display until September 29th. The installation will be accompanied by a series of engaging talk...

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For a time, Milan has been a frequent and much-awaited date for me. I’ve always had a soft spot for it, and I still do. My rose-tinted view is most definitely partial: I have never lived there and so, as someone who’d only be passing through and never really got to scratch the surface–busy metro lines, rising housing costs, and all–I have always be...

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Mantua, located in the heart of the Po Valley, nestled between the calm waters of the lakes formed by the Mincio River that embrace it like a precious jewel, is a city that seems to have stepped out of a fairy tale. Known for its rich history, featuring such illustrious dynasties as the Gonzaga, Mantua is a city where every corner tells a story of...

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Let’s get straight to the point. Milan is never going to be the first point of call on an art-driven tour of Italy. There are other perceived priorities to address first. First and foremost is the Holy Trinity of Venice, Florence, and Rome respectively for the demi-Gods of Titian, Raphael, and Michelangelo. Plus, the travel route that takes you fro...

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The Italian national anthem echoed throughout the Autodromo Nazionale Monza from a thousand voices. Two massive red banners accentuated with yellow and a Prancing Horse logo covered the start/finish straight near the podium. Vibrant red smoke filled the air. Smaller flags fluttered across the sea of people gathered on the straight, eyes fixed towar...

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Lake Como, the northern Italian beauty spot adored by celebrities such as George Clooney, is a must-see destination. However, its popularity has led to overcrowding, particularly in the bustling town of Varenna. Tourists have taken to TripAdvisor to voice their frustrations about the congestion, especially during the peak summer season. One disgrun...

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The Sentiero Valtellina, also known as the Ciclovia dell'Adda, is a 114 km long cycle and pedestrian route that winds along the Adda River, from Colico to Bormio, in Lombardy, Italy. Immersed in breathtaking scenery among vineyards, apple orchards, and meadows, the route is ideal for cyclists of all levels. Discover the main stages and how long it...

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If you have been to Milan and Turin, especially if you had the chance to visit people in their homes there, you may be familiar with case di ringhiera, those traditional four to six storey-high buidlings, with a court in the middle and balconies running all along their façades. Common and beloved, they are among the most characteristic homes in the...

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If, in the whirlwind of holiday departures and arrivals, you board a plane to Orio al Serio, it will take just under an hour by car to reach Lenna. It's here, since 1989, that Ferdy Wild has gradually come into being. You'll find it signposted with that slightly skewed, recognizable script that’s worth remembering if you want to fully experience th...

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Venice has trialled an entry fee, Florence has banned new Airbnbs and Rome’s public transport is unbearably crowded. Overtourism is hitting Italy’s cities hard and the result is a stressful experience for those who holiday there. The good news is, for masterful artworks, excellent food and a dynamic cultural scene, you don’t have to stick to the ci...

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