Italy is peppered with villages from hilltop hamlets crowned by medieval castles to coastal resorts with fishing-boat-filled bays. The association ‘i borghi più belli d’Italia’ - the most beautiful villages in Italy - celebrates, promotes and preserves these tiny treasures. As cities like Venice and Florence battle overtourism, venturing to these q...

At the beginning of December, work was completed to connect 21 small Italian islands to high-speed internet networks through fiber optic and 5G connections, essential for fast internet access. The project was funded through the PNRR (National Recovery and Resilience Plan), an investment plan to be implemented by June 2026, utilizing European funds....

Italian Christmas culinary traditions are deeply rooted in the country’s history and culture, offering a diverse array of regional specialties. From the Alps in the north to the Mediterranean islands in the south, each region has its own unique recipes and dishes that make the holiday season a time of joy, community, and, most importantly, exceptio...

This tour, in which Gambero Rosso has accompanied the most important consortium in the Italian olive oil sector, has featured dinners and tastings in search of the perfect pairings, alongside events and seminars that have introduced the general public to the excellence of Puglia’s “green gold.” The last leg of this journey took place from 11 to 15...

Italian leisure airline Neos Air will fly nonstop service between New York JFK and the southeastern Italy city of Bari. The weekly summer seasonal flight will operate weekly between June 3 and Oct. 15. It will be the first transatlantic service from Bari and the third Neos route to the U.S., joining flights to JFK from Milan and Palermo. Neos will...

An American woman has given a tour of her "truly amazing" Italian home that she bought for just €63,000, which is around $66,000. Jamie Walsh, 48, moved to Italy as she has had a life-long love for the country, with her grandmother having moved from the Mediterranean country to the United States when she was a child. She gave TikTok users a glimpse...

Virgin Galactic is partnering with Italy’s Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) to study whether it could launch from Grottaglie Spaceport in Puglia, Italy, Virgin CEO Michael Colglazier announced Thursday at the Italian Embassy. The aim is for the Grottaglie Spaceport to serve as a Mediterranean homebase for Virgin’s suborbital commercial and scientifi...

The name derives from the old latin word Locus Rotundus, rounded place. Already at the beginning of the 13th century, it was placed on a hill peak surrounded by a walled ring, the village assumed the circular shape that gave it its name, which also appeared in various documents in the following centuries. Locorotondo is the most beautiful balcony i...

We the Italians’ Ambassador in the Washington State is Randy Aliment, successful lawyer, is the Chair of the Board of Directors of USA Bobsled | Skeleton. His grandparents were born, raised and married in Piedmont, immigrating to Seattle in 1905. Randy worked with Abby Slenker, Digital Media & Communications Manager of USA Bobsled | Skeleton, to gi...

Italy is a country known for its rich traditions, stunning landscapes, and festive spirit, making it one of the most enchanting destinations to spend Christmas. From the magical Christmas markets in the north to the warm coastal celebrations in the south, Italy offers a variety of experiences that cater to every type of traveller. Whether you're lo...