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Here in Italy, gelato is a truly beloved treat, deeply ingrained in our culture. With an average consumption of about 6.5 kilograms (14.3 pounds) per person annually, it’s easy to see how we consider gelato more than a common dessert: …

Leonardo’s Mona Lisa, a masterwork of the Italian Renaissance, has long fascinated the world not only with its enigmatic smile but also with the many mysteries surrounding her. While much attention has traditionally been centered on the identity of the …

Beautiful Naples has recently received yet another accolade: it’s been chosen by readers and writers of the famous travel and tourism magazine Time Out as the place with the best food in the world. This type of list is not …

A digital nomad is someone who uses telecommunications technologies to earn a living and has a “nomadic” lifestyle, which allows them to work remotely from anywhere with an internet connection. Digital nomads are very flexible when it comes to locations, …

Lake Garda is a stunning destination known for its crystal-clear waters, lovely towns, and breathtaking landscapes. Situated between the regions of Lombardy, Veneto, and Trentino-Alto Adige, it is Italy’s largest lake and attracts visitors from around the world. Its shores …

Isola Bella, a well-known destination in the Italian Lakes District, is located in Piedmont, within the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, and lies just a short distance from the renowned city of Stresa and a couple of hours by car from Turin.  …

Strawberries have definitely carved their own sweet and juicy niche in Italian cuisine, where they are known not only as a sunny-season fruit to be enjoyed on their own but as a versatile ingredient in a variety of dishes, some …

The summer is coming, and Italy is getting ready to welcome millions of people eager to enjoy its beauty. This is nothing new, as the essential role of tourism in the country’s economy and welfare is well known.  Indeed, tourism …

Siena, famous for its medieval cityscape, is home to iconic landmarks such as the Piazza del Campo, where the historic Palio horse race takes place, and its magnificent Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Indeed, the city’s value in Italian …

In recent years, overtourism has become a significant concern for many iconic locations worldwide, with several Italian cities at the forefront of this challenge. Picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage draw millions to our shores each year, but the surge …