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When Stanley Tucci, the star of The Devil Wears Prada, Spotlight and The Hunger Games, was approached to take part in Conclave – an adaptation of Robert Harris’ eponymous novel, directed by Edward Berger and starring Ralph Fiennes, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini – it seemed like a no brainer. “It’s a really, really interesting story with a m...

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While council tax is rising in many parts of England, small depopulating towns and villages in Italy are scrapping it to lure new residents.  In the rural village of Offida, in the central region of Marche, local authorities have granted exemptions to paying council tax since 2018. New residents can get the exemption with automatic renewals. “A few...

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Church bells echoed through the sunny piazza as I plopped down on a stone bench, digging my plastic spoon into a cup of basil gelato.  I’d hiked about 5 miles that morning. I had another 5 to go. A mound of ice cream felt like a fitting reward for reaching the halfway point of my trek in Italy’s famed Cinque Terre. The “Five Lands” — which, like ev...

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In recent years, digital nomadism has become an increasingly popular lifestyle, allowing professionals and freelancers to work remotely while travelling the world. Italy, with its unique mix of history, culture, excellent cuisine and breathtaking landscapes, is shaping up to be one of the most desirable destinations for digital nomads. Moreover, th...

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After years of closure, the Passetto di Borgo was reopened to both Romans and tourists on December 23, 2024. Shrouded in mystery and steeped in history, the passageway stands as a silent witness to some of the Vatican’s most turbulent moments. This elevated corridor, hidden in plain sight amidst the bustling streets of Rome, once served as a lifeli...

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I moved to Florence, Italy once when I was 20 and again at 30. The second time I moved, I found a way to immerse myself in Italian culture. It completely changed how I view Florence. I now feel like it's a place where I belong. I have had two major crises in my life, one at 20 and one at 30. Both times, I decided the only way to find myself out of...

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You're sipping your morning caffè in the capital city of Italy, wondering how this vacation could possibly get any better. Then it hits you — Viterbo is just an hour and a half away. Known as one of the best and easiest day trips from Rome, this place promises much more than you'd expect. The sight of Fontana Grande sets the medieval tone of your a...

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Vietri sul Mare is a small town in southern Italy, along the Amalfi Coast. Located just about three miles to the east of Salerno, it is considered the gateway to one of the most famous stretches of coastline in the world. Unlike its more glamorous neighbors such as Positano and Amalfi, Vietri sul Mare has a quieter charm, paired with a strong local...

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Milan, a global hub of fashion and finance, increasingly asserts itself as a leading center for architecture and design. Its status as Italy's second-largest city underpins its vibrant cultural scene, attracting both established and emerging creative talent. Additionally, Milan is home to esteemed educational institutions recognized for their focus...

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The Leopard, a new series on streaming platform Netflix, is entrancing viewers with its sultry scenes of political and personal upheaval in 1860s Sicily. But alongside the swoon-worthy storylines, it’s the sumptuous settings that are dazzling fans. If there was ever an onscreen drama readymade for set-jetting, it’s this one. From an iconic Baroque...

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