The Ultimate Florence Travel Guide for a Brit For Renaissance art lovers and Tuscan wine connoisseurs, Florence is the golden destination for an Italian excursion you won’t forget. With an abundance of authentic alleyway eateries, world-class museums, and architectural bliss, it’s no surprise that thousands of Brits visit the city […]
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Roman Inventions that Shaped Modern Life
Famous Roman inventions of ancient times are among the first things that come to mind when discussing our ancient history: just to name a few, aqueducts, concrete that withstood the passing of time, and a vast network of roads that connected — and still connects — many parts of Italy […]
Italy concludes the Paris Paralympics with 71 medals
The Paris Paralympics concluded today, September 8th, with Team Italy securing 6th place on the leaderboard with 71 medals, 2 more than in the previous edition. In addition to the amazing results achieved by our athletes, what probably left the biggest mark was the humility and self-irony of the participants, […]
Ravenna: 100-year-old renews driver’s license until 2026
In Italy, yet another centenarian has accomplished the impressive feat of renewing their driver’s license after reaching 100 years of age. The last similar case occurred at the beginning of 2024, when a former shipyard worker renewed his license at the remarkable age of 101, becoming the oldest person ever […]
Trevi Fountain entry fee for tourists: the new proposal
The idea of making access to the Trevi Fountain limited seems to be more than just a fleeting or temporary solution. With over 5 million visitors a year, the constant flow of people is slowly damaging and wearing down the splendor of one of the most iconic symbols of the […]
Moving to Tuscany: a 2024 overview
Moving to Tuscany can be appealing for those seeking a blend of cultural wealth, stunning landscapes, and a high quality of life. Known for its historical cities, beautiful countryside, and world-class wine and food, Tuscany offers all of that. This guide covers everything you need to know, from property prices […]
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The Michelangelo, the final Italian liner, was launched 52 years ago
The last Italian ocean transatlantic was designed about 50 years ago. The Michelangelo liner, as it was named, housed the last descendant of the artist Michelangelo Buonarroti, from whom it inherited the name, on its debut trip. Today I’d like to tell you about the Italian fleet’s spearhead (together with […]
Carbonara in a tin? Yes, according to Heinz
I am Italian yet not necessarily invested in defending the purity of our recipes and their execution but …carbonara in a tin? Yes, you read that right: Heinz is launching spaghetti carbonara in a tin and, as you may guess, this has ignited a firestorm of controversy in Italy. The […]