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Pienza – the City of Pius. This pleasant city, situated in Val D'Orcia's heart (near Siena, in Tuscany), is considered to be the incarnation of a Renaissance utopia and an ideal city. Having obtained recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, today it continues to show off to the world its refined and sophisticated Renaissance urban plan....

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On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, the Florence American Cemetery hosted a unique event to honor the 80th anniversary of the Northern Italian Campaign during World War II. This solemn ceremony, organized by Be the Difference – Never Again, in partnership with the American Battle Monuments Commission and the U.S. Consulate General of Florence, stood as...

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Italy, with its 7500 km (4,660 mi) of coastline, practically overflowing with indentations, gulfs and coves, natural landfalls and touristic ports, stands out as a cruise destination, and is one of the primary cruise departure points in Europe. Ever higher numbers of tourists are choosing a cruise as an all-inclusive vacation that combines fun, rel...

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If the brand is the tool through which customer loyalty occurs, Ekaf Industria nazionale del Caffè, among the founding members of the Associazione Marchi Storici d'Italia, has behind it a history of excellence that has made the brand a synonym for all-Italian quality. Indeed, the “Columbia” roasting company, opened in Livorno (Tuscany) in 1946, imm...

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In the heart of Florence, a remarkable restoration project is unveiling the secrets of one of art history's greatest masters. The Stories of Saint Francis, painted by Giotto in the Bardi Chapel of Santa Croce, are undergoing a meticulous restoration that won't be completed until summer 2025. However, the project is already yielding fascinating disc...

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At the end of our journey through vineyards and cellars, which again this year took us from the Aosta Valley to the island of Pantelleria to compile the Italian Wines Guide 2025 by Gambero Rosso, we can affirm that Italy’s wine industry – despite the complex international challenges, which unfortunately affect our sector as well – is in a phase of...

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For centuries, Porto Ercole has been one of the ultimate summer hubs for elite Italian travellers. Today, it still retains this reputation of being a bite-sized, chic destination to spend a few days – think sun-soaked beaches, generations-old family restaurants and sleek yachts bobbing in the bay. + It's easy to access – located on Tuscany’s Monte...

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The municipality elected Italy's Most Loved Village is located in Tuscany. The Italia Destinazione Digitale recognition was awarded as part of the Oscars of Tourism. Peccioli won over all others by being the best in terms of online performance. A total of 32 million digital traces were examined and 797 thousand points of tourist, historical and cul...

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York inaugurated yesterday, October 8th, the first major exhibition in the United States dedicated to Sienese art of the 14th century, titled “Siena: The Rise of Painting, 1300–1350.” The exhibition, which will run from October 13 until January 26, 2025, will feature over one hundred works, including paintings,...

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Like most study abroad students, I was in complete denial that my time in Rome would eventually end. After five surreal months, I’d fallen in love with Italian culture and the beautiful place I’d come to call home. As the days slowly crept toward my planned departure date, I found myself plotting ideas to extend my trip. As a student on a budget, I...

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