Blog - Page 277 of 394

Jam of gondolas in Venice. To combat crowds, a trial of the Venice ticket system will start in 2024.

Venice authorities approve tourist charge trial

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Authorities have given their final approval for a trial period of charging tourists €5 a day to enter Venice. The Venice ticket system is planned to commence next spring.

Dangerous machinery sign on blue machine.

La Russa denounces stream of work-related deaths

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Senate Speaker Ignazio La Russa said that everyone needs to do more to counter the steady stream of work-related deaths in Italy today. This follows the death of three workers in an explosion at the Esplodenti Sabino plant in the Abruzzo town of Casalbordino on Wednesday.

Top 10 Must-See Attractions in Verona

September 12, 2023September 13, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Verona, often hailed as the “City of Love” is renowned for being the backdrop of Shakespeare’s iconic play, Romeo and Juliet. It is also a charming and historic city in northern Italy with a rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant atmosphere. These are our top 10 attractions in Verona.

2024 budget preparation a “challenge” – Meloni

September 12, 2023September 12, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

PM Giorgia Meloni said today that preparing the 2024 budget “with limited resources” was “the real challenge” her government faced. Focus will be on helping families, low-earners and health care, she said.

Borghese (left) and Barzini (right) during the 1907 Peking to Paris race

On this day in history: Adventurer Scipione Borghese born

September 11, 2023September 11, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Scipione Borghese was a remarkable adventurer and nobleman hailing from Italy. Born on 11th September, 1871 into the illustrious Borghese family, Scipione embarked on a life of adventure and exploration during the early 20th century.

ITA - Lufthansa planes at airport stands. Lufthansa's stake in ITA approved by EC

ITA – Lufthansa deal needs resolution says Commissioner Gentiloni

September 11, 2023September 11, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Notification of a deal between Italy and Germany to hand a minority stake in ITA to Lufthansa “is a long-standing issue” that “deserves a solution”, said European Economy Commissioner Paolo Gentiloni. Italy and Germany agreed the deal in May, but it is yet to be ratified.