Baggage handlers strikes on 5th February
Air travellers in Italy face disruption on Wednesday, 5 February, due to strikes by baggage handlers at multiple airports, including Rome and Milan.
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24-Hour Nationwide Train Strike from tonight
Train passengers across Italy are set to face significant disruptions as railway workers stage a 24-hour nationwide strike. The strike, organised by SGC, CUB, and USB trade unions, will commence at 21:00 on Saturday, 25 January, and conclude at the same time on Sunday, 26 January.
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Rome tops Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Food Destinations 2025
Italy continues to captivate travellers worldwide, with multiple cities earning spots in Tripadvisor’s Traveller’s Choice awards. Rome took top spot for Best of the Best Food Destinations for 2025. Recognised for their outstanding food and culture, these Italian gems offer unforgettable experiences for every traveller. Here’s a closer look at the highlights and must-visit sights […]
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Padlock Found on Montagnana Station Cable
RFI technicians discovered a heavy padlock on the electric cable of the second track at Montagnana station in Padua. Police stated the padlock could have damaged the train’s pantograph, potentially causing significant disruptions.
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Two Italian destinations in top 10 Tripadvisor Best of the Best 2025
Tripadvisor released its 2025 Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations earlier this week. Two Italian cities made the top ten, with London taking top spot.
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Lufthansa agreement finalised
On Wednesday, Italy and Lufthansa finalised an agreement that sees the German airline acquiring a minority stake in ITA Airways. The state-owned airline, which succeeded Alitalia, will now operate under Lufthansa’s management.
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Salvini Criticised Over Train Disruption in Milan
Members of Italy’s opposition criticised Deputy Premier and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini on Saturday over severe train disruption at Milan’s Central Station.
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Italy and Libya Resume Direct Air Links After a Decade
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.
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Milan Central Station: Major Train Disruptions
A technical problem with the overhead power line near Milan Central Station disrupted rail services early Saturday morning, causing delays, cancellations, and route restrictions.
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UK Introduces Electronic Travel Authorisation for EU Citizens
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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