Three Trees That Tell a Story of Sardinia
Olive, cork, and myrtle all play a part in the culture and history of Sardinia.
Four Seasons Adds Two New Properties in Southern Italy
Four Seasons has taken ownership of an historic hotel in Sicily and has broken ground on a seaside property in Puglia.
Dream Venice Rental Overlooking St. Mark’s Square
Wake up with a view of St. Mark’s Basilica in this holiday apartment in Venice.
Sustainable Travel in Italy: Forging A Better Path After the Pandemic
The post-pandemic era gives us a great opportunity to change how we travel. Here are some tips for sustainable travel in Italy.
“Leonardo” TV Series Brings the Renaissance Master to Life
“Leonardo,” a new dramatic series starring Aidan Turner and Freddie Highmore, explores the life and genius of Leonardo da Vinci.
The Fragrance of Faith: Tracking Down That Old Church Smell
The “smell of old churches” is that musty yet perfumed scent that is as much a part of Rome’s allure as the city’s ruins and restaurants.
Searching for Italy: All the Places Stanley Tucci Went in Season 1
“Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy” is the perfect cure for wanderlust. Here is a comprehensive guide to all the places he visits in Season 1.
Best Places in Italy for Modern and Contemporary Art
Put modern art on your Italian itinerary. Here are the best museums, galleries, and parks, for modern and contemporary art in Italy.
Easter in Rome: When, Where, and How to See Mass During Holy Week
Easter season is one of the best times to visit Rome. Here’s how you can plan your visit to Rome and Vatican during Holy Week.
Italy Acquires Umberto Eco’s Vast Collection of Books
Italy has acquired Umberto Eco’s 30,000+ volume library of ancient and modern books. Learn more about the late author’s vast collection.
These Amazing Italian Gardens Near Naples Are Shaped Like a Violin
Did you know that the landscape around the Reggia di Caserta was designed to look like a violin? Learn more about this UNESCO Heritage Site near Naples.
How Venice Invented the World
Many of the conventions that we accept as “normal” today were originally invented in Venice. A new book takes us on a journey through Venetian thought and innovation.
Small-Town Puglia: What It’s Like to Live in Biccari
Biccari, the latest Italian village trying to attract foreigners with cheap real estate, also happens to be my family’s ancestral home. Here are some personal thoughts and observations on this small town in Puglia.
Learn Italian! The Best Resources for Improving Your Italian
Learn or improve your Italian now in anticipation of your next visit. Here are several resources and tips for learning Italian online.
‘What Would Sophia Loren Do?’ Documentary Contemplates the Twists and Turns of Life
A touching new documentary short from Netflix asks “What would Sophia Loren do?”
Procida: Italian Capital of Culture 2022
The island city of Procida is the Capital of Italian Culture for 2022.
Blessing the Animals in Assisi on the Feast Day of Sant’Antonio Abate
The Piatto di Sant’Antonio Abate is a winter festival near Assisi that features a parade of horses and a blessing of animals.
‘Reno Italiano’ Is the Only Italian Home Renovation Show You Will Ever Need
“Reno Italiano” is a new home renovation show on HGTV starring Rome-based interior designer Arlene Gibbs. Trust me, you’re going to love it!