Located near the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is a must-visit destination for tourists who want to immerse themselves in the Southern Mediterranean lifestyle. Sorrento is a small town with a population of 1...
Rome to reopen river Tiber beach for summer 2020
Tiberis returns to Rome river bank for third year.
Rome is seeking private sponsorship to reopen Tiberis, the city's artificial beach on the banks of the river Tiber, reports online newspaper RomaTod...
Things you can do at a Tabaccheria in Italy
A tabaccheria, or “tabacchi” for short, is a small quasi-convenience store that can simultaneously be a cafe, tourist trinket-shop, mini post office, and more--or none of the above.
First time visit...
Trulli houses, the dry-stone huts in Puglia
The Trulli houses of Alberobello are dry-stone huts that are located in the Puglia region.
The Trulli are considered a historic site because of its history dating back to the 14h century. There are...
Meaning and history of the Italian word Ciao
One of the most well known Italian greetings throughout the world is the informal greeting known as "Ciao."
It is known for being used as either "hello" or "goodbye" between family members, friends,...
A guide to Ponza Island in Italy
Ponza is the largest of the Pontine Islands, the string of tiny islands located off the coast of the Lazio region in Italy.
Ponza is a popular summer vacation destination for Italians, especially Rom...
The history of the Italian national flag
The Italian flag, or “Il Tricolore,” is one of the most recognisable flags in the world.With its trio of green, white, and red splashed across Italian restaurant signs all over the world and printed o...
How to buy tickets for the Borghese Gallery
How to buy tickets for the Borghese Gallery
As we already know, getting into the Galleria Borghese is not as easy as it looks. If you previously made an attempt to buy an online ticket at the officia...
At the touch of our fingertips we have access to millions of apps. The world’s most popular social media, games and news. Now, those of you looking for a more useful way to spend screen time, there is...
Caffe corretto, an Italian tradition
The contribution of Italy to the coffee scene is undeniable.
Italians have influenced the planet with their tradition, passion....and their caffe corretto.
So what exactly is a Caffè corretto?
E...
Authentic Italian Wedding Traditions
Italy is a classic destination for wedding ceremonies, as the country beams with stunning architecture, natural landscapes and heritage villages.
Traditions are deeply ingrained in the Italian lifest...
A practical guide on how to dress for the Vatican
A practical guide on how to dress when visiting the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Consider that the most beautiful works of art are found in churches - it is not worth missing them for a...
When traveling to another country for a short period of time, the best way to get the most out of your visit is to plan in advance. Here are a few blogs that will assist in the planning phase of your...
The Coronavirus has changed everything. There is no more work or school, and now, it feels like there is no more freedom.
Lives have been reduced to just staying at home. Even though the lockdown...
A Day in the Life of the Italian Lockdown
If you are one of the brave souls leaving your home for a quick errand, there are a couple of things that you need to know.
Since Italian premier Giuseppe Conte announced Italy’s nationwide shutdown...
