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Maybe NoLo owes its fortune to the dominant "smart" culture, because in the perspective of the most unbridled sharing takes things into use without purchasing them. So NoLo has become one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Milan. The name NoLo, however, does not mean "rental" (as in Italian) but more simply North Loreto, it is a very young neighborh...

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Among the many treasures of Tuscany lies Lucca, a fairytale-like city with towering Renaissance walls in the shadows of the Apuan Alps and the Pisan Mountain Range. During the Middle Ages, this beautiful medieval town became a prominent centre for silk manufacturing, and by the 15th century, it had become the largest producer of silk textiles in Eu...

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Tickets went on sale on Tuesday for day trippers wanting to visit Venice in the coming months as part of efforts to tackle overtourism in the Italian city. During 29 of the busiest days between April 25 and July 14, visitors entering the old city centre between 8.30am and 4pm will need a €5 (US$5.50) ticket. The website selling the tickets went liv...

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There is always something exciting to do in the Dolomites, regardless of the season. This UNESCO site has gifts for everyone, whether seeking an adventurous getaway or simply wanting to disconnect and unwind in a panoramic spa. Here at Visit Italy, we've handpicked some accommodations in Trentino Alto Adige that cater to the specific needs of those...

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Milan, a city renowned for its fast-paced cosmopolitan vibe, stands as a distinguished gem amidst Italy’s cultural repertoire. While it exudes a metropolitan allure distinct from the romanticism of Rome or the Renaissance grandeur of Florence, Milan surprises visitors with its verdant respites—lush parks and gardens inviting exploration and contemp...

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It’s not like there are bad places to go in the Italian Dolomites, but a few areas seem to have a little something extra — a more dramatic position amid the mountain ranges, a closer proximity to the slopes, a chicer culinary scene, a more exclusive vibe, and just a wee bit more of that heart-stopping beauty. Almost unfairly, Cortina d’Ampezzo has...

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Ivrea is a small town at the foot of the Piedmont Alps. Located a 40-minute drive from Turin, the city is famous for being a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to the glorious history of the Olivetti factory, but even more so for its characteristic Carnival. The Historic Carnival of Ivrea is the oldest historical carnival in Italy, dating back to th...

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An ancient Italian village that appears to have been frozen in time has been voted one of the country's most beautiful places. Gangi in Sicily is one of the most striking settlements you can stop off in in a country that is known for its beauty. The town is well off the beaten path and owes its formation to Creton warriors back in 1200BC, or so the...

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United Airlines will resume its Chicago-Rome route earlier than previously planned in 2024, starting flights on March 7. Previously, the airline planned to restart flights on March 30. Another early restartThough winter craziness is just beginning, and Chicago just received its first snow of the season, United Airlines, among others, is planning fo...

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Filicudi in the Aeolian Islands is a hidden gem off Sicily. It's wild. Unspoiled. And it's absolutely perfect for nature lovers. Home to Filicudi Porto, Valdichiesa, Pecorini a Mare, connected by a scenic road. Filicudi thrived in Roman times as a trading hub. Fertile soil for crops. Byzantines, Arabs, Normans all left their mark. Its cliffs and co...

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