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Make a first apartment feel like home with 15 practical Italian design gifts from Alessi, Guzzini and Bormioli Rocco, chosen for everyday use and small spaces.
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Getting AroundNaples Beyond the Historic Centre: Visiting Capodimonte and Vomero by Public Transport
Explore Naples beyond the historic centre with practical routes to Capodimonte and Vomero, including buses, funiculars, museum visits and ways to reduce the uphill walking.
DestinationsMilan Travel Guide: What to See, Where to Stay and How to Plan Your Visit
Discover Milan beyond the cathedral, from Brera and Leonardo’s Last Supper to the Navigli and modern neighborhoods. Plan your stay with transport advice, booking links and a practical two-day itinerary.
FashionItalian Fashion Labels Beyond the Biggest Names
From Aspesi and Barena Venezia to Roberto Collina, Alysi, Doucal’s and Zanellato, discover six Italian labels through their strengths, style and relative price levels.
TraditionsFive Meaningful Flowers in Italy and When to Give Them
From romantic roses to March 8 mimosa, discover which flowers suit different occasions in Italy, when to avoid chrysanthemums, and how to choose a thoughtful gift.
Italian TVL’Eredità: How Italy’s Quiz Show Works—and How to Play La Ghigliottina
Understand L’Eredità’s rounds and final word puzzle, try three Ghigliottina-style examples, meet its hosts and discover how to play and learn Italian at home.
Regional Dishes & RecipesPasta e Fagioli: Italy’s Comforting Pasta and Bean Soup
Creamy beans, small pasta and a drizzle of olive oil make pasta e fagioli a satisfying winter meal. Try this easy recipe with tips for texture, variations and leftovers.
SportItaly Sport News
Follow the latest Italian sports headlines in English, with images, short previews, and links to reports covering football, tennis, cycling, and motorsport.
HistoryThe Kingdom of Italy, 1861–1914: Building a Nation
Unification gave Italy a kingdom, but building a nation took decades. Explore the schools, migrations, political struggles and inequalities that shaped Italy from 1861 to 1914.
BiographiesBud Spencer: From Competitive Swimming to International Film Success
Before becoming Bud Spencer, Carlo Pedersoli was a record-breaking swimmer and two-time Olympian. Explore his life, his films with Terence Hill and the solo roles that shaped his career.
GenealogyItalian Surnames Explained: Origins, Meanings and Regional Clues
Italian surnames can reveal clues about an ancestor’s occupation, hometown, appearance or family relationships. Learn what common Italian last names mean, how regional patterns developed and how to research your…
Moving & ResidencyItalian Citizenship by Descent: Who May Still Qualify and What Has Changed
Italy has restricted citizenship by descent for many people born abroad. This guide explains the new parent and grandparent requirements, the two-year residence rule, protected applications and special procedures for…
Plan Your TripAncestry Travel in Italy: How to Visit the Town Your Italian Family Came From
Visiting the Italian town your family came from can turn names and dates into a meaningful connection with place. This guide explains how to confirm the correct comune, arrange archive…
LanguageLearn Italian with Rosetta Stone
Explore Rosetta Stone Italian course options and pair your lessons with useful grammar and reading books. Learn what to check before buying and how to build a balanced study routine.
Things to DoChristmas Markets in Italy 2026–27: Best Places, Dates and Travel Guide
Plan your Christmas holiday in Italy with confirmed 2026–27 market dates, the latest updates from Turin, Rome and Naples, plus the best places to visit, where to stay and how…
Leisure & EntertainmentItaly Events in November 2026: Festivals, Food and Culture
Explore Italy’s best events for November 2026, from chocolate, wine and white truffles to cinema, music, books and traditional Sicilian culture.
Italian Crime FilesThe Monster of Florence: The Murders, the Trials and the Unanswered Questions
Eight double murders between 1968 and 1985 left sixteen people dead around Florence. Follow the victims’ chronology, Pacciani’s unfinished proceedings, Vanni and Lotti’s final convictions, and the questions that remain.
Fashion & AccessoriesItalian Jewellery: A Guide to Its Regional Traditions
Why does one gold cuff look like silk while another stretches over the hand? Five Italian cities reveal the skills behind engraved gold, pierced pendants, flexible bracelets, gem settings and…
MusicHow to See a Concert in Italy: Tickets, Venues and Planning Your Trip
From a standing ticket at a Milan racecourse to a numbered seat at the Arena di Verona, the details shape your evening. Here’s how to buy a ticket, choose your…
Italian MoviesTop 10 Italian Movies of the Past Year (2025–2026): The Best New Italian Films You Should Watch
Discover the top 10 Italian movies released over the past year, featuring award-winning dramas, comedies, thrillers, and biographical films. Explore cast, plot summaries, and why these modern Italian films are…
Shopping GuidesShopping Outlets and Malls in Italy: 24 Places Worth Knowing
Discover 24 shopping outlets and malls across Italy, including designer destinations, everyday shopping centers, and smaller-town stops. Compare locations, plan transport, and understand tax-free shopping before you go.
FashionWhat Makes Italian Leather Goods Worth the Price?
What makes Italian leather goods worth the price? The answer lies in the leather, construction, finishing, repairability and craftsmanship. A good Italian leather bag should earn its price every time…
Wine & DrinksItaly’s Most Famous Wines: From North to South, Luxury Bottles and New Trends
A journey through Italy’s most famous wines, from Piedmont and Veneto to Tuscany, the south and the islands, with collector prices, food pairings and the trends shaping Italian wine in…
Art, Décor & CollectiblesMurano Glass Guide: Famous Designers, Foundries, Prices and How to Spot Fakes
Discover the history of Murano glass, famous designers and foundries, record prices, authentication tips, real vs fake Murano glass, and the best Italian markets and fairs for collectors.
ArtMurano Glass: From Twentieth-Century Masters to Contemporary Design
From Carlo Scarpa and Paolo Venini to contemporary sculpture and tableware, discover the designers and techniques that shaped modern Murano glass, plus ten selected pieces from Muranonet.
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