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Ortigia, Sicily. The island was no. 4 in The Tripadvisor Travelleser Choice Best of the Best Destinations 2025 Credit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/schilirorubino/29814676791

Two Italian destinations in top 10 Tripadvisor Best of the Best 2025

January 16, 2025January 16, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

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.

Piazza reopens outside Rome Termini station

January 15, 2025January 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Piazza dei Cinquecento, the large square outside Rome’s Termini station, reopened on Tuesday following extensive refurbishment.

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.

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, 2024January 16, 2025Deborah 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.

planned strike action by air traffic controllers, baggage handlers, and other airport workers. Image credit: Adobe Stock - resized

Strike Action to Disrupt Airports Across Italy on Sunday

December 14, 2024December 14, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Air travellers in Italy should prepare for potential disruptions on Sunday, 15 December, due to planned strike action by air traffic controllers, baggage handlers, and other airport workers.

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.