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Is San Marino a heroic ode to liberty or just a glorified souvenir shop that declared independence?  My skepticism toward the world’s oldest republic — a small enclave bordered by Italy (but mostly the province of Rimini) on all sides — had put me off visiting, despite living a short train and bus ride away. The Italians I know harbor generally bad...

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  Aperti per Voi sotto le Stelle 2025: a nighttime journey through Italian beauty Acquiring citizenship in Italy is not hard just for the Italian Americans Europe’s boldest AI project has a Latin name and an Italian brain behind it Italian parents deal with the problem of a too long summer break in schools When memory fails us: early detection of A...

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This coming fall, FS Treni Turistici Italiani—the division of Italy’s State Railways focused on leisure travel—will launch a series of new rail journeys departing from Rome and heading toward Umbria, Tuscany, and Piedmont. These routes are crafted for travelers looking to enjoy a slower pace, eco-conscious travel, and a cozy ride aboard fully updat...

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Castles are undoubtedly among our favorite architectural treasures. Majestic and imposing, they offer breathtaking views from their towers and evoke a fairytale-like and romantic atmosphere. While we’ve previously focused on specific areas or regions, in this journey we’d like to broaden our horizons and include some territories rich in castles. We...

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Lake Como has a way of sneaking into your heart without much fuss. Sitting comfortably at the foot of the Alps, it offers stunning views that never get old, alongside a lifestyle that’s more about enjoying the moment than rushing around. The towns spread along the lake are small but full of character, where locals go about their day with a relaxed...

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Rome is to continue its redevelopment of the Celio Park in a semi-forgotten corner of the Caelian hill, hidden in plain sight between the Colosseum and the Circus Maximus. The project was presented on Tuesday by the city's mayor Roberto Gualtieri at the Casina del Salvi, a newly-opened coffee house and study hall in the archaeological park on the C...

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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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  Benvenuti alla Fondazione per l’Innovazione e l’Eccellenza nell’Insegnamento dell’Italiano Le celebrazioni in America della festa della Repubblica Italiana e il saluto dell'Ambasciatrice Zappia a Washington DC L'Italian American Cultural Club di Steubenville in Ohio festeggia i suoi 100 anni Diciassette ricercatori italiani premiati a Chicago in...

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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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