News
Here you will find the latest headlines about Italy, particularly news related to travel and tourism in the country. I would love to have the discipline to update this daily. Instead, I only get around to highlighting this story or that one. To supplement the Italy news you learn from these posts, check out my go-to sources Corriere della Sera (in Italian) and, in English, The Local Italy.
Bulgari to Fund Torre Argentina Restoration in Rome
The Torre Argentina archeological area lies at the heart of Rome, both historically and geographically, but it has always been off-limits to visitors. Until now.

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Extra Palio in Siena Will Commemorate 100th Anniversary of the End of WWI
An Extra Palio – Palio Straordinario – will be run in Siena on 20 October 2018.

Become a Bookseller in Florence
Here’s a business opportunity for book lovers with an itch to live and work in one of the most beautiful cities in Italy.

The Rise and Fall of Rome Found in Layers of Arctic Ice
A new study shows how scientists can learn about Ancient Rome from layers of Arctic ice.

AlItalia Launches New Italy Travel Website
AlItalia launches Discover Italy, a new inspiration engine for Italy travel.

Upper Floors of the Colosseum Open to Visitors
You can now explore the fourth and fifth floors of the Colosseum.


