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The NIAF Board of Directors Mission to Italy trip, which took place from June 11 – 21, 2023, was a resounding success. The trip began in Rome, where the board met with high-ranking officials of the Meloni government, members of the Italian parliament and attended a Gala dinner presented by We the Italians, in honor of NIAF, at the historic Circolo...

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Politecnico of Milan, then La Sapienza of Rome, and third the Alma Mater Studiorum of Bologna. Italian universities, year after year climb positions in the QS World University Rankings, which thus places Politecnico di Milano at the absolute first place in Italy, rising 16 positions over last year to 132nd in the world. Just behind Sapienza, which...

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Ceramics of Italy has announced that the fourth annual Young Distributor Program is now open for entries.  Organized by Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) and the Italian Trade Agency, the Italian ceramics industry created this initiative to strengthen its relationship with North American distributors and bring a new gener...

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One of the top advantages of having Florence as base during your trip to Italy is the ability  to visit other equally beautiful and fascinating destinations in just one day. A top contendor? The magical and captivating Bologna. Bologna is a city full of history, culture, and art. And this is in addition to boasting the oldest university in Europe a...

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Planning to spend one day in Bologna and wonder what the best itinerary is? You’ve come to the right place! In this Bologna in-a-day guide, I will show you how to make the most of your time in the beautiful capital of the Emilia-Romagna region. With its prime location as one of the country’s major transportation hubs and the convenience of the Frec...

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Mia McGarity ‘24 participated in one of Chapman’s many travel courses, and the experience showed her a whole new world in Bologna, Italy. The class spent eleven days abroad, which included an international film festival and a myriad of tourist activities. McGarity always knew that she wanted to take her studies abroad. “I originally wanted to do a...

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It’s hard to believe, but there’s more than just great food in Bologna. Sure, the city is an aesthetic stunner, but if you’re a food aficionado and you let your stomach and palate guide you, it’s easy to overlook everything else. Have no fear. There are ample amounts of things to do in Bologna between meals. One of them is marveling at magnificent...

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If you’re a foodie, Bologna should definitely be on your list of must-visit destinations! The capital of the Emilia-Romagna region is an absolute delight for anyone who loves good food, with a variety of succulent dishes that earned it the nickname “La Grassa” (The Fat). Wandering around trying all the best foods is definitely one of the most fun t...

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Bologna, the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region, is the ideal destination as either a city getaway or part of a greater Italy trip. Strolling through its lively streets, you come across a charming mix of history, delicious flavors, and long-standing traditions, which create an ideal setting for enjoying life’s simple pleasures. This delightful It...

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New York, Paris and Tokyo may be on your travel bucket list, but there are plenty of cities that don’t get enough credit and are well worth a visit. Underrated cities have their benefits — they can often be less crowded, more affordable, and just as interesting. As a travel journalist for over 20 years, I recently asked 175 travel enthusiasts, expe...

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