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Train disruption. Transport strikes in November

Salvini Criticised Over Train Disruption in Milan

January 12, 2025January 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Members of Italy’s opposition criticised Deputy Premier and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini on Saturday over severe train disruption at Milan’s Central Station.

Medsky and ITA will fly routes between Italy and Libya from tomorrow 12 January 2025.

Italy and Libya Resume Direct Air Links After a Decade

January 11, 2025January 11, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

From 12 January 2025, Italy and Libya will resume direct commercial flights after more than a decade. Italian carrier ITA Airways and Libyan airline Medsky will operate the routes.

Milan Central Station: Credit: By Ludvig14 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=128065999

Milan Central Station: Major Train Disruptions

January 11, 2025January 11, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A technical problem with the overhead power line near Milan Central Station disrupted rail services early Saturday morning, causing delays, cancellations, and route restrictions.

Electronic Travel Authorisation required for Italians from 25th March 2025

UK Introduces Electronic Travel Authorisation for EU Citizens

January 9, 2025January 9, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

From 25 March 2025, most European nationals, including Italians, will need to apply for a digital travel permit called the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to visit the United Kingdom.

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Opera del Duomo Museum in Florence to Expand

December 30, 2024December 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Opera del Duomo Museum, one of Florence’s most treasured cultural landmarks, is set to undergo a major transformation. The Florence City Council has approved an ambitious plan to integrate the historic Palazzo Compagni into the museum, nearly doubling its size.

2025 Virtuoso Luxe REport has Italy as one of the best destinations for luxury travel. Image: Shutterstock

Italy: The Ultimate Luxury Destination

December 28, 2024December 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has once again cemented its reputation as a premier destination for luxury travel, topping multiple lists in the 2025 Virtuoso Luxe Report.

Bagolino, one of Italy's official beautiful villages

Discover Italy’s Beautiful Villages in 2025

December 25, 2024December 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s famed cities often take the spotlight, but its lesser-known villages hold a quiet charm that’s just as captivating. While places like Venice and Florence contend with overtourism, exploring these beautiful villages offers a more intimate and responsible way to experience the country.

24-hour transport strike back on after TAR ruling

Italian Court Reinstates 24-Hour Transport Strike

December 13, 2024December 13, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s regional administrative court (TAR) of Lazio has overturned a government order reducing a planned 24-hour transport strike to just four hours. The ruling, issued on Thursday afternoon, favours the USB union, which had appealed against the restriction.

Splendio - Belmond Hotel, Portofino. One of the Italian Hotels on the Conde Nast Traveler Gold List

Italy dominates the Gold List 2025 in Europe by Condé Nast Traveler

December 13, 2024December 13, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

For over three decades, the editors of Condé Nast Traveler have curated their annual Gold List, a dreamy compendium of hotels and cruises that transcend mere accommodation. These, the editors say, are places that ignite passion, become stories to tell, and are recommended to friends as destinations where magic happens.

featured members of the Italian Air Force and the National Research Council of Italy on Virgin Galactic's maiden commercial flight. Image credit: Virgin Galactic

Virgin Galactic Eyes Expansion into Italy

December 13, 2024December 13, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Virgin Galactic, the US-based space tourism company founded by British billionaire Richard Branson, announced plans to explore establishing a new base in Italy. The move could pave the way for suborbital flights for European tourists, marking a significant milestone in the growing space tourism sector.