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The swift current of late-morning foot traffic is moving steadily over the cobblestones of Via dei Condotti. It streams down the iconic Spanish Steps, then flows past all the glamorous storefronts along one of Rome’s most famous shopping streets. You know the names: Prada, Valentino, Gucci. But my tour guide Dario Cortese, steering us around in a g...

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There are moments in a city’s life when events align in ways that are both symbolic and tangible. For Naples, 2025 has become such a year. The southern Italian city, often defined by its contradictions – ancient yet restless, beautiful yet chaotic – is experiencing a period of renewed attention and momentum.  From celebrating 2,500 years since its...

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Sardinia is quickly becoming one of Italy’s most captivating destinations, and for good reason. This Mediterranean island offers a rare blend of unspoiled natural beauty, crystal-clear beaches, and authentic Italian culture without the overwhelming crowds found in other popular hotspots. From the luxurious enclaves of the Costa Smeralda to the hist...

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Venice is beautiful, but it has recently implemented more rules and restrictions for visitors to stop it from being overrun by people during peak travel seasons. Luckily, experts have shared how to experience the city like a local, seeing all the sights and getting the best photographs. One thing not to do is walk slowly or stop on bridges, accordi...

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Nestled within Tuscany fairy beech woods, a hidden village and a centuries-old monastery are stirring back to life. Such a revival is the dream of Denise Vangelisti and Stefano Freschi. Their project, Mariae Nivis 1567, is breathing new vitality into a long-standing legacy of beauty. It's a story of heritage, artistry, and love. And we are going to...

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Lake Como is an undeniably gorgeous destination in Northern Italy. While we’ve visited other bucket list spots in northern Italy like Venice, Milan, and Cinque Terre, Lake Como really stood out amongst the rest. And while basically every town on Lake Como is charming, Varenna is truly one of the most beautiful towns (and one of my favorites) on the...

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ITA Airways, the flag carrier of Italy, is reportedly exploring new routes to the U.S. According to a report from Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, ITA is considering launching nonstop routes from Rome to Newark, New Jersey, and Houston. Corriere cited individuals with knowledge of the airline’s planning; ITA declined to comment. The report sa...

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taly is a country loved by tourists and it’s easy to see why. The nation has so much to offer, from stunning beaches with crystal-clear waters to some of the best food in the world. But with all this popularity comes overcrowding, and some spots are struggling with the number of tourists. In good news, there are still a few places that are tucked a...

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As I return, again and again, to Rome, my locus of interest continually moves outward. My feet first touched the city’s sampietrini (iconic cobblestones) 15 years ago, when I was a student on a semester abroad. In that era, I was a centro person. I stayed near Termini, Via Nazionale was my daily commute, and Trajan’s column told me I had arrived. I...

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Not only the capital of fashion, design and economy, Milan is a metropolis with many facets that do not expect anything but to surprise you for the uniqueness and generosity of their essence. Hidden by a dense exoskeleton of arteries frets that spread animously in every direction defining the contours of the splendid tapestry of the 'rising city',...

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