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Here are moments when Capri, a small, rocky island in the Gulf of Naples, seems deranged. When you first experience the clamor of the port, say, or sit in a pink convertible taxi as it tries to pass another pink convertible taxi on a road that is 8.5 inches wide. There are many more moments—eating the namesake caprese salad amid the scent of pines...

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In Sardinia, approximately 50 km from Cagliari, Villasimius is one of the most famous and highly regarded coastal towns in southern Sardinia. The beautiful landscapes of Villasimius, with their white beaches of fine sand, crystal-clear sea, and the scents and colours of Mediterranean vegetation, make this place a corner of paradise. Unspoiled natur...

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The tiny limestone speck appears on the horizon as our boat skims across the Mediterranean. As we approach, I can make out its rough contours and the faint outline of ancient ruins. This is Tinetto, a 0.0181 square mile uninhabited Italian microisland that most travelers to the Ligurian coast will never see. Despite being just 3 kilometers from tou...

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Walking the corridors of the Scuola dei Mosaicisti del Friuli (Friuli Mosaicists School) on a Friday morning, the first thing I noticed was the silence. I had expected the chatter of students, the hum of conversation between teachers, the shuffle of footsteps. Instead, the air was still, broken only by the occasional tap of a hammer and the deli...

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Cascina Don Guanella in Valmadrera is a social farming project aimed at welcoming, caring for, training and integrating into the workforce young people with difficulties and at serious risk of social exclusion. The initiative is inspired by the figure of Don Luigi Guanella, who lived in the area at the end of the 19th century. The Cascina is a soci...

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This year, Time Out selected the 24 most beautiful buildings in the world and, among contemporary marvels and ancient wonders, only one Italian structure made the final cut: the Pantheon in Rome. It is not the newest, tallest, or most elaborate building on the list, but it stands apart for its historical weight, architectural innovation, and contin...

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Tuscia is that suggestive territory made of sweet panoramas, ancient villages, lakes and uncontaminated nature, located in the heart of central Italy, in the area of Alto Lazio (northern area of the Lazio region). It is one of the most fascinating areas of this region, as it retains a wild character, free from large industrial or urban settlements,...

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Florence has once again captivated the hearts of global travelers. In a recent survey by Travel + Leisure, readers selected the Tuscan capital as the top city in Europe—a title that reaffirms its enduring charm and timeless appeal. From its Renaissance treasures to its world-class cuisine, Florence continues to deliver an experience that visitors f...

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In 2024, culture once again proved to be the beating heart of Italian tourism, fueling a record-breaking year for live entertainment and cultural attractions. Visitor numbers surged across nearly all sectors, with performances, exhibitions, and historic sites drawing larger crowds than even before the pandemic. Live theater saw an impressive comeba...

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  Happy 60th birthday to the Mont Blanc Tunnel between Italy and France Italians weigh in on overtourism, short-term rentals, and the future of travel Italy becomes a top destination for millionaire migration in 2025 How an Italian scientist is bringing fusion energy closer to reality Sardinia’s “Domus de Janas” earn UNESCO World Heritage Status, c...

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