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Airline and airport strikes during >January see a return to troubled travel across Italy in January. Image credit: Pxhere

Italy airport strikes to disrupt travel on 9 January

January 8, 2026January 8, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Nation-wide airline and airport strikes on Thursday 9 January are expected to cause major disruption to travel across Italy.

Rubbish strewn across the ground by the Colosseum in Rome. Image credit: The Points Guy

Rome second and Florence fourth worldwide for dirtiness

January 6, 2026January 6, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Rome and Florence ranked second and fourth worldwide for tourist complaints linked to dirtiness, according to a recent survey cited by La Nazione.

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Discover the Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana in Florence

January 6, 2026January 6, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Conde Nast Traveler’s article on the 7 beautiful libraries set inside UNESCO Heritage sites noted the Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana in Florence in its number. A quiet treasure, it is one of many Medici sites created to promote intellectual thought. Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana is not a place you stumble into by accident. Tucked behind the Basilica […]

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

Italy launches €100bn rail investment

January 4, 2026January 4, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has unveiled a major infrastructure programme aimed at transforming rail travel between 2025 and 2029. The Strategic Rail Plan, announced by Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane (FS Group), includes a rail investment of €100 billion and focuses on modernising rail networks, improving stations and expanding sustainable transport options. The government sees the rail system as […]

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European Sleeper to launch night train to Milan

January 4, 2026January 4, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

European Sleeper will expand its night train network with a new service to Milan. The route is scheduled to launch in June 2026.

Florence increase entrance prices to civic museums from February 2026. Palazzo Vecchio - one of the monuments which switched off their lights in protest over energy bills

Florence to raise civic museums ticket prices from February

January 4, 2026January 4, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Visitors to Florence will pay higher admission fees at the city’s civic museums from 1 February 2026.The municipal administration has approved a general price increase of around 30%.

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A Quick Guide to Sardinia (2026)

January 3, 2026January 3, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Sardinia is one of Italy’s most compelling travel destinations, prized for its spectacular coastline, clear waters, dramatic interior landscapes and unique cultural heritage. Our quick guide to Sardinia highlights some of the best the island has to offer.

Sardinia crowned a top global destination for 2026 by Lonely Planet

January 3, 2026January 3, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Lonely Planet and travel editors say the island’s mix of pristine coastlines, rich history and untamed interior sets it apart in the Mediterranean. Sardinia was included in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026 list of the world’s 25 must-visit destinations, recognising its appeal for a broad range of travellers.

What to do in Italy in January

December 31, 2025December 31, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

ROME — Italy in January is one of the best months to experience the country without the crowds. The festive rush has passed, prices drop, and cities have a more authentic feel. Cold weather brings snow to the mountains and mist to historic centres, adding atmosphere rather than inconvenience.

Pompeii: What visitors assume, and what makes it special

December 30, 2025December 30, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Pompeii remains one of Italy’s most compelling travel destinations. Each year, millions of people from around the world make the journey to walk its ancient streets, see remarkable ruins and sense the life that once filled the city. The archaeological park recorded more than four million visitors in recent seasons, drawing crowds that average 15,000–20,000 […]