Ahead of the Jubilee of 2025, Rome has undergone months of maintenance and contracts to polish its most historic and important buildings. Of course, these months brought shock and frustration for tourists who couldn’t enjoy much of the artistic treasures of the capital. But now, the restoration of the Fountain […]
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The Vatican launches an app for the Jubilee 2025
The Jubilee 2025 (December 24, 2024–January 6, 2026) will focus on technology and innovation. To welcome the 32 million pilgrims expected, manage access, and coordinate activities, the Vatican has developed a new dedicated app, Iubilaeum25, along with Julia, the virtual assistant for the faithful. What is the Iubilaeum25 app? Available […]
Smoking ban outdoors in Milan starting January 1, 2025
A new smoking ban has been introduced in Italy as part of the smoke-free policy that is increasingly being adopted by major tourist cities. Milan is now in charge of enforcing a smoking ban outside, which will formally take effect at the beginning of the new year. A minimum distance […]
The new Italian Highway Code in brief
On December 14th, the new Italian Highway Code was introduced, implementing stricter regulations to combat driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Penalties for violators have been increased, alongside new provisions concerning animal abandonment, limited traffic zones, e-scooters, and the use of mobile phones while driving. These updates are […]
A 29-meter Christmas tree arrives in Piazza San Pietro
As is customary during the festive season, a massive Christmas tree has been installed in St. Peter’s Square (Piazza San Pietro) to celebrate the holy occasion of Christmas with grandeur and visual splendor. However, this gesture has drawn criticism from various media outlets and sparked widespread online debates. Critics have […]
Babbo Natale: The Italian Santa Claus
As the festive season approaches, many cultures around the world celebrate the spirit of Christmas with their unique traditions and iconic figures. In Italy, the joyous occasion is marked by the presence of Babbo Natale, the Italian Santa Claus. This is a cherished character who brings joy and gifts to […]
Christmas in Italy
Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus, one of the most important Christian festivities, but it actually has pagan origins.
Christmas Vocabulary or… how do you say “Merry Christmas in Italy?”
Essential vocabulary to know to celebrate Christmas – Natale – Italian style!
An Italian Christmas Kitchen, from North to South II
Culinary tradition for Christmas in Italy. begins to change once we get to Lazio and our trip takes us to the South of the country.
The best living nativity scenes in Italy to see during the holidays
The first nativity scene, according to legend, was built in 1223 at the request of Saint Francis of Assisi. In Italy, 800 years later, the custom is still carried on by communities and cities distributed around the country. From Greccio to Genga, here is a guide to the most famous, […]