2025 brings good news for residents of Sicily and Sardinia, who will receive financial support to counter rising flight costs. In both regions, this bonus is becoming a permanent measure and includes a refund that varies depending on the region of origin and specific eligibility criteria. Let’s explore the details of this initiative and all the upd...
READ MOREThe displays and the aromas in the market on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx, New York are intoxicating. The air is redolent with garlic, fresh basil and the sweet smell of sausage and peppers. Colorful deli stands are filled with plump focaccia breads, ready to serve as the pillowy base for layers of provolone, prosciutto, hot peppers and breaded eggpl...
READ MOREItaly is the world’s second-largest producer of olive oil after Spain, with an estimated production of 324,000 tons in the 2023/2024 crop year; needless to say, the olive oil sector is a significant contributor to the national economy, with the market generating approximately USD 3.17 billion in revenue in 2023 and projected to reach USD 4.56 billi...
READ MOREITA Airways has officially exited SkyTeam, marking a major shift in its global partnerships as it prepares to join Star Alliance under Lufthansa’s guidance. While the transition will take time, the airline’s departure from SkyTeam signals the end of an era for Italy’s national carrier and the beginning of a new chapter in its global strategy. So, w...
READ MOREThe Amalfi Coast has been a very popular destination for decades. With its craggy cliffs, colourful villages and timeless Mediterranean ambience, it seems to have found the ideal mix of factors to draw in crowds of visitors year after year. And this idyllic and picturesque setting has unsurprisingly caught the eye of many a film-maker. So for those...
READ MOREOrvieto is one of the most striking, memorable, and enjoyable hill towns in central Italy. About 90 minutes from Rome, Orvieto sits majestically high above the valley floor atop a big chunk of tufo volcanic stone (tuff), overlooking cypress-dotted Umbrian plains. A visit here will reward you with a delightful, perfectly preserved, and virtually tra...
READ MOREThe southern Italian region of Campania (Campagna in Italian) is famous for its dramatic coastline and picturesque seaside towns, rich culinary traditions, and ancient archaeological sites. It is one of Italy’s most densely populated regions, thanks largely to the sprawling city of Naples (Napoli), which sits in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. And wh...
READ MORERome authorities this month opened a new archaeological park and museum in the shadow of the Colosseum that features an original marble map of Ancient Rome that visitors can literally walk over. The opening of the Archaeological Park of the Celio and the new Museum of the Forma Urbis is part of a bigger project to develop the hilly area around the...
READ MOREIn 2024, Italian airport traffic reached a new record, with 219,078,618 passengers passing through national airports, marking an 11.1% increase compared to 2023. This figure not only highlights a significant post-pandemic recovery but also surpasses pre-COVID levels, restoring traffic distribution to 2019 values: two-thirds of travelers opted for...
READ MOREThe Italian Alps are set to host the next Winter Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in 2028. This decision was taken by the IOC Members today during the 143rd IOC Session in Lausanne, following a presentation by the project leaders. Dolomiti Valtellina 2028 will be the fifth edition of the Winter YOG. Competitions will take place only in existing venues acr...
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