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Rail investment of €100million outlined. Long distance trains may require green pass under new green pass scope

Announcement for extended scope of Italy’s Green pass expected soon

July 19, 2021July 19, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Expectations are the Italian government will announce its digital green pass will soon have an extended scope. It is thought the green pass will be needed for long-distance trains, indoor restaurants and other venues.

Padua fresco cycles nominated for UNESCO Heritage status. Image: Comune di Padova, Gabinetto Fotografico dei Musei Civici di Padova Copyright: © Comune di Padova Settore Cultura, Turismo, Musei e Biblioteche

UNESCO considers Italy’s nominated Heritage Sites and the future of Venice lagoon

July 18, 2021July 25, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

UNESCO is holding the 44th session of the World Heritage Committee from 16 to 31 July in China. Up for consideration are two Italy nominations to join the World Heritage List. Also under consideration is whether Venice and its lagoon should join the endangered list.

Riding the Dante train

July 18, 2021July 18, 2021Sarah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy Tour Guide Sarah Cater rides the Dante train from Florence to Ravenna. In the year celebrating the 700th anniversary of Dante Alighieri’s death, she discovers the town where Dante finally settled after years of exile.

Covid vaccinations increase yet so do new cases

Covid update: Rt increases, clusters, vaccinations and green pass

July 17, 2021July 17, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Friday, Italy reported an increase in new Covid cases and Rt number. A cluster of cases in Rome are linked to Italy’s quarter-final match at Euro 2020, two weeks ago.

G20 finance meeting on climate in Venice made “significant progress”

July 17, 2021July 17, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praises Venice and the diplomacy of Italian Economy Minister Daniele Franco and Bank of Italy Governor Ignazio VIsco at G20 meeting.

Baiae underwater archaeological park has new route

New ‘Path of the Columns’ opens in Baiae underwater archaeological park

July 17, 2021July 17, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A new underwater route for divers, snorkellers and canoeists opened in Portus Julius earlier this month at the Baiae underwater archaeological park in Naples.

Ray-Ban manufacturer Luxottica accused of anti-union behaviour

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

U.S. and international unions have accused Luxottica, the Italian arm of eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica, of violating workers’ right to unionise at a U.S. plant in Georgia. The Italian, French and U.S. governments are asked to mediate.

Uffizi diffusi - the gallery takes artwork on a tour of Tuscany

The Uffizi goes on a tour of Tuscany

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

‘Uffizi diffusi’ – that’s the name of the Uffizi gallery’s latest project. It is taking its artwork across Tuscany to museums in towns associated with the art.

Alitalia successor ITA will start flying in mid-October

ITA to start flying in mid-October after deal agreed with European Commission

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italia Trasporto Aereo (ITA) will replace state-owned Alitalia and start flying in mid-October. This after Italy reached a long-awaited deal with the European Commission following months of haggling over the fate of the old, loss-making airline.

Which city will host Eurovision 2022? Image: Eurovision media resource

Which Italian city will host Eurovision 2022?

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

As Måneskin won the Eurovision title for Italy in May with the song Zitti e buoni, 2022 will be Italy’s turn to host the event. Bids for the 66th song contest are underway, with the winning venue to be unveiled next month.