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The laboratory of the Wax Museum of Rome

The Lapsed Culture Lover’s Guide to Wax Museums in Italy

by Toni DeBella | Fri, 08/30/2024 - 12:16

There’s no place like Rome. But sometimes, amid the chaos and crowds and crushing history, we all need a little break from the serious stuff. Spending my most…

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In Bologna, Canals are Cool Again

by Alex Sakalis | Fri, 08/02/2024 - 19:34

As a Bologna resident, I’ve become accustomed to the throngs of people lining up on Via Piella just to peek through the Finestrella (the “little window”) that…

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5 of the Best Boat Escapes on the Amalfi Coast

by Italy Magazine Staff | Tue, 07/23/2024 - 15:00

The allure of the Amalfi Coast is undeniable with its cliffside villages and Tyrrhenian Sea views. But those views also come with endless stairs, curving roads…

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The Next Big Italian Music Star Might Be Hiding in a Tuscan Piano Bar

by Amy Bizzarri | Fri, 07/12/2024 - 08:00

Beyond the idyllic landscapes and artistic cities for which it’s so beloved, Tuscany is one of the most musical regions in the world. Florence’s Teatro della…

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Milan’s Linate Airport Pioneers Facial Recognition Technology on Italian Turf

by Toni DeBella | Fri, 05/24/2024 - 13:00

The airport security facial recognition technology dubbed “FaceBoarding” debuted in Italy at Milan’s Linate Airport earlier this month, marking a new frontier…

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Venice’s New Access Fee: What’s the Local Mood Been Like These First Few Days?

by Mary Gray | Tue, 04/30/2024 - 03:40

In Venice, there’s one thing nearly everyone agrees on: Something’s got to be done to curb the effects of mass tourism. But local consensus on what, exactly,…

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Cartoceto in the province of Urbino and Pesaro

Getting to Know Cartoceto, the Perfect Side Trip From Pesaro, Italy’s 2024 Capital of Culture

by Italy Magazine Staff | Tue, 04/23/2024 - 09:40

In Cartoceto in Marche, front doors are often left unlocked, people linger over conversations, and meals tend to include ingredients sourced directly from the…

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Demand for goats from Alicudi has now outpaced the supply

Will the Great Italian Goat Giveaway Really Go Ahead?

by Toni DeBella | Wed, 04/17/2024 - 13:00

You may have heard of Alicudi, a small, remote island north of Sicily in the Aeolian archipelago. Overrun by wild-turned-domesticated goats, it’s been the…

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Primavera in Piemonte: Why You Should Visit Italy’s Glistening Mountain Region in Spring

by Italy Magazine Staff | Wed, 02/14/2024 - 08:14

Early spring is a magical time in Piemonte (Piedmont). Gardens at the House of Savoy’s former royal residences around Turin or the Oasi Zegna in Biella and far…

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Ortisei with view of Cappella di San Antonio

Why You Should Carve Out Time for Ortisei

by Toni DeBella | Fri, 02/09/2024 - 04:59

When you first arrive in magical Ortisei, you might feel like you’re in the Bavarian Alps or castle-strewn Austria. But despite its distinct alpine vibe and…