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Marina Dog: new dog beach in Bibione
Bibione has long been one of the most popular seaside resorts in northern Italy for families with children. But in recent years it has also built a reputation as a destination where dogs are welcome. There's more news for the 2026 season! Marina...
Capanne - beach houses on the beaches of Lido di Venezia
Do the rows of parasols and sun loungers also come to mind when you think of Italy? But there's something much more interesting on the island of Lido di Venezia. The local beaches are famous for the so-called capannes - elegant beach houses that...
Naples Airport (NAP)
Naples Capodichino Airport is the main airport for the Southern Italy region and a great base for exploring the Campania region. Located just a few kilometres from Naples city centre, it is one of the most accessible airports in Italy.
It is...
Lido di Venezia
Just a few minutes by vaporetto from the bustling centre of Venice lies a place that many tourists surprisingly pass by. But Lido di Venezia is not just an ordinary beach destination. It's an elegant island with a fascinating history, Art Nouveau...
Cipolla Rossa di Tropea: the onion that conquered the world
When you say Calabria, most of us think of turquoise seas, dramatic cliffs and the famous 'nduja. But few regional products are as strongly associated with this part of Italy as Cipolla Rossa di Tropea - the red onion of Tropea. It is no ordinary...
80 years of the Italian Republic: the history of the Festa della Repubblica
The year 2026 is extremely important for Italy. It marks the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic. It was established following a historic referendum held on 2 and 3 June 1946. It was then that the Italians decided to end the monarchy and...
Earthquake in southern Italy
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck southern Italy shortly after midnight on 2 June 2026. Agencies report that the tremor was felt far from the epicentre.
According to the EMSC (European and Mediterranean Seismological Centre), the epicentre of the...
Football museums in Milan: a paradise for AC Milan and Inter fans
Milan is not just a city of fashion, history and great gastronomy. For football lovers, it is also one of the most important places in Europe. It is here that two famous clubs are based: AC Milan and Inter Milan. If you want to get a glimpse of...
L'Incendio del Campanile: the tradition of the bell tower "burning" in Caorle
Every summer, the historic centre of Caorle is transformed into the scene of one of the most impressive traditions of northern Italy. Thousands of people watch the evening procession, the square plunges into darkness and the iconic cylindrical...
Julian Venice on the tongue
Friuli Venezia Giulia (Friuli Venezia Giulia in Italian) is one of the most interesting but still somewhat neglected regions of northern Italy. It lies on the border between Italy, Austria and Slovenia, which is also reflected in the local...
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Fiumicino Airport, also known as Leonardo da Vinci Airport, is the largest and most important airport in Italy. It is located approximately 30 kilometres from the city centre of Rome and serves as a major international hub for flights from...
The third edition of the Caorle Sea Festival starts
From 23 May to 7 June in Caorle, leading artists will be working for the third time on murals on local buildings, using imagination and colour to create an open-air exhibition. Caorle Sea Festival.
Caorle Sea Festival is an international street...
The island of Poveglia: Italy's most haunted place
Just a few kilometres from bustling Venice lies a place you'll unfortunately never get to as a tourist. Poveglia - a small, overgrown island looks inconspicuous on the map. In reality, it is a place where human suffering, fear and isolation have...
Marano Lagoon: a quiet lagoon without tourists in the Julian Venice
There's a place in northeast Italy that you'll love precisely because hardly anyone knows about it. The Marano Lagoon (Laguna di Marano) in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region offers scenery straight out of Venice - water channels, islands and...
The somewhat neglected Bergamo
Northern Italian Bergamo is often just a "transfer station" due to the nearby airport. This is a great pity. Once you stop and let its atmosphere engulf you, you'll find that it's one of the most beautiful and somewhat underrated cities in...
Punta Bianca
On the southern coast of Sicily, near the historic town of Agrigento, is a place that has so far escaped the attention of mass tourism. Punta Bianca is a natural cliff of white limestone that slopes down into the clear blue sea, creating a sight...
La Spezia: the gateway to the Cinque Terre
La Spezia is often perceived as just a stopover on the way to the Cinque Terre. What a shame! This port town in Liguria has its own pace, an authentic atmosphere and surprisingly enough experiences for a whole day or even more.
Unlike the crowded...
Bergamo Airport (BGY): a practical guide to cheap flights to Milan
Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport is one of the busiest airports in Italy. Although it is often referred to as "Milan Bergamo", it is actually located about 50 kilometres from Milan and just a few minutes from Bergamo. Cheap airfares and good...
Sciacchetrà - wine from the terraces of Cinque Terre
At first glance unobtrusive, at first taste unforgettable. Sciacchetrà is one of Italy's rarest wines, produced on the terraces of the Cinque Terre region. Each drop carries with it extreme conditions, handcrafted and a tradition hundreds...
How to book an umbrella on the beach in Altanea
If you want to be sure of a place on the beach in Caorle Altanea, booking in advance is the easiest solution. In high season (July-August), the better positions sell out quickly and there is often only a limited choice on site. Italieonline...
The magic of the summer solstice by the sea in Lignano Sabbiadoro
Imagine the silence of early morning, the gentle sound of the sea and the first rays of the sun slowly rising above the horizon. And to this sounds the live music of a string orchestra. This is exactly the experience offered by the unique Sunrise...
Ascoli Piceno: one of the most beautiful squares in Italy
Do you know Ascoli Piceno? It's home to one of the most beautiful squares in all of Italy - the iconic Piazza del Popolo. Unlike more famous Italian destinations, you won't find crowds of tourists here. But Ascoli has much more to offer -...
Tagliamento River: The last wild river of the Alps
There are places that will amaze you at first sight with their authenticity and unbridledness. The Tagliamento River in northern Italy, in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, is just such a place. While most European rivers have long since been...
One city, two faces. Imperia
On the west coast of Liguria, near the border with France, lies a town that will win you over with its authenticity and tranquillity. Imperia is not crowded with tourists like the more famous resorts, yet it offers everything you want from a...