Wondering how to buy a house in Italy? The property experts at A Place in the Sun share five top tips for buying your dream home — and why Italy should be top of your list. There are countless reasons to fall in love with Italy. Beyond the beautiful scenery and enviable lifestyle, there’s world-class […]
Discover the best things to do in Urbino, Italy’s Renaissance gem, where art, history, and fantastic food await – without the usual crowds. With its glittering coastline, rolling hills, and artistic treasures, Le Marche is often described as “Tuscany without the crowds.” However, as travel writer Chris Allsop discovered on a recent trip, this comparison […]
It may not be action-packed, but sailing off the Amalfi Coast provides plenty of relaxation and glamorous locations. When you think of hitting the high seas with billowing sails and a decent, salty wake, Italy may not be the first destination to come to mind. Don’t be deceived; although sailing off Italy’s Amalfi Coast is […]
Torta mimosa is a classic Women’s Day cake, made to imitate yellow mimosa flowers – it is served across Italy to celebrate La Festa della Donna. The 8th of March is the day when women across Italy hang up their aprons, put on their best frocks, and walk out the door – leaving us poor […]
Joe and Pat Gartman share the festive photos they took when they spent Christmas in the south of Italy… Jump to the photos After a stay in Rome, we headed south by train in the middle of November 2022 – our first trip back to Italy since the pandemic. Somehow, despite all our wanderings, we’d […]
From the Feast of the Immaculate Conception to La Festa della Befana, experience five of the most significant religious festivals in Italy and discover why they remain an integral part of Italian identity… Italy is steeped in history and tradition, and its religious festivals reflect this rich cultural tapestry. Religious festivals in Italy are celebrated […]
Lorenza Bacino speaks with two jewellers from the Padua Gold School to find out more about this historic goldsmithing movement… Words © Lorenza Bacino The city of Padua is no stranger to beautiful things. Home to the Scrovegni Chapel with its Giotto frescoes, the medieval market hall – the Palazzo della Ragione – as well […]
In many cases when applying for Italian citizenship, you can choose whether to apply in Italy or abroad. Find out more below… Applying for citizenship via an Italian municipality If you are able to travel to Italy, it is often a much quicker process than applying at an Italian consulate. The most important first step […]
1948 cases: If you are eligible to apply for Italian citizenship by descent through a parent, grandparent, great-grandparent, or other ancestor, you might have come across this phrase. But what does this mean, exactly, and does it affect your application for citizenship? 1948 cases apply specifically to those who are seeking Italian citizenship through a […]
Take a sip of Italy’s coffee culture as you enjoy our pick of Italian ground coffee to suit every palate It’s no secret that Italians love their coffee. In coffee bars right across Italy, locals only drink milky variations such as cappuccino for breakfast (and never after 11 am), while espresso is drunk standing at […]