Dear friends, Next June 4 will be a very important date. Exactly 80 years earlier, on June 4, 1944, troops of the American Fifth Army entered Rome, liberating it from Nazi oppression and war. The people of Rome took to the streets, finally free and happy, to celebrate, hug and thank the American soldiers. These are scenes of happiness that all us R...

This year 2024 should be considered a milestone of the Italian musical culture because in this year finally it took place the UNESCO’s recognition of the Italian Opera as an immaterial patrimony of the humanity.  In order to celebrate this extraordinary event, our Ministry of Culture, together with Fondazione Opera Lirica di Verona planned a specta...

An Italian restaurant is offering a free bottle of wine to customers who relinquish their mobile phones during meals. Angelo Lella, the owner of Al Condominio, a restaurant that opened in the northern city of Verona in March, said the aim was to encourage diners chat to each other instead of constantly glancing at their phones.  “We wanted to open...

Tourists in the northern Italian city of Verona have once again created a hole in the right breast of a statue of William Shakespeare’s heroine Juliet. The bronze statue sits beneath the balcony in a tiny courtyard where Romeo is said to have wooed Juliet, attracting hundreds of visitors each day who flock there for a selfie and to touch the breast...

“In fair Verona, where we lay our scene…” Doesn’t that opening line sound familiar? One minute we’re young adults studying Romeo and Juliet in school, and the next, we’re planning our itineraries for a romantic weekend in the city where literature’s most famous love storyis set. Fear not, lovers, our Verona travel guide isn’t solely based on all th...

One look at Verona's medieval alleyways and magnificent Roman Arena (Arena di Verona) and it's easy to see why Shakespeare chose this picture-perfect northern Italian town as the setting for his seminal tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. Hordes of tourists flock daily to the 14th-Century structure known as Juliet's house (Casa di Giulietta), wading through...

Verona, the enchanting city nestled in the heart of northern Italy, is a destination that exudes an undeniable allure. From its rich history and stunning architecture to its delectable cuisine and renowned wine, Verona offers an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Italy. Whether you are...

In Verona today, far from just Shakespeare's canvas. Here to dish out the real deal. We're hitting streets rich in stories. I'll take you to spots only locals know. We're discovering hidden wine bars, debating soccer in dim corners. Yes, we'll hit the famous sites. But I'm exposing Verona's raw edges, the parts your classic guidebooks skip. We're p...

Valpolicella embraces 19 municipalities, covering an area of 30,000 hectares, rising 750 meters above sea level and descending 50 meters above sea level, of which 8,586 hectares are planted with vines, and of which 3,500 are “sustainable” (and, therefore, either organic or biodynamic, or otherwise in the National Quality System of Integrated Produc...

In this article, we delve into the 20 best places to retire in Italy for US citizens. Navigating retirement planning involves strategic decision-making, and for numerous US citizens, Italy has emerged as an enchanting destination to retire to. These American retirees are attracted to the richness of the Mediterranean lifestyle, the beauty of stunni...