Event & Lifestyle
Mid-July Noantri Festival, Trastevere district, Rome
During the dates of July 16 through 31, join us in the Trastevere district of Rome to celebrate the Madonna of Mount Carmel. As with
30 June 2018
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Festa del Redentore, Venice
Venice took a sad and heavy hit by the plague between 1575 and 1577, killing about 50,000 individuals, which at the time represented about one-third
25 June 2018
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Umbria Jazz
In case you hadn’t noticed, in Italy, we are very proud of our traditions and we love hosting festivals that are often funny, solemn, and
21 June 2018
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Palio Horse Race, Siena
The Kentucky Derby and that handsome lad, Justify have nothing on our Palio in Siena. It’s only the most significant event in the area, so
20 June 2018
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Musical Weeks, Lake Maggiore
Just south of the awesome Alps, Lake Maggiore is the second largest lake in Italy, extending about 40 miles. The weather is conducive to Mediterranean
14 June 2018
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Pisa, the Battle of the Bridge
Frankly, amici (friends), fighting the battle of the bulge just stinks. That said, the Battle of the Bridge is an ideal time to visit perfect
12 June 2018
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Florence Dance Festival
The competition will begin on July 3 and run through August 2. This is the 28th annual edition of the Festival at its international best!
7 June 2018
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Festival of Two Worlds in Spoleto
Beginning on Friday, June 29 and lasting until Sunday, July 15, the Festival of Two Worlds takes off and marries the old and new worlds
4 June 2018
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St. John the Baptist Day
If you’re still thinking about how to spend a few beautiful days in June, plan to hang out with us at the Church of San
31 May 2018
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Festival of St. Ranieri, Pisa
A beautiful tradition that creates an even more beautiful environment. On the evening of June 16, plan to be in Pisa for the annual Regatta
29 May 2018
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Anniversary of the Republic
On June 2, 1946, Italians voted to abolish the monarchy which supported Benito Mussolini’s rule. At about the same time, the royal family was removed
24 May 2018
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Le Infiorate, Spello (giant flower-carpet competition near Orvieto)
There is no such thing as a bad time to visit our lovely Italy. There are always things to do and see no matter the
21 May 2018
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Il Giuramento di Pontida (Pontia’s Oath)
Celebrated unofficially only by politicians and supporters of Lega Nord, April 7, recalls the oath made by Northern Italy cites to create the Lombard League.
29 March 2018
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Art and culture
Holy Week in Sicily
As you’ve seen, we have been very focused on the Holy Week in Sicily lately. Italians have a proud heritage, and one of the ways,
27 March 2018
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La Settimana Santa a Enna
We have been sharing information about the Easter season in Italy the past several days, and today’s post will not disappoint! Enna, Sicily, located in
22 March 2018
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I Misteri di Trapani (the Procession of the Mysteries), Sicily
There are so many things to love about our historic Italy, and the pride we have for our country. One of the things that we
19 March 2018
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The Scoppio del Carro Fireworks, Florence
Pazzino, who was a young Florentine member of the noble Pazzi family, participated in the First Crusade in the Holy Land in 1099. While there,
15 March 2018
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Pesce d’aprile, or April Fish
There’s no fool like an old fool, and on April 1, in Italy, Pesce d’aprile (April Fish) can make us all fools, in the best
12 March 2018
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The Stations of the Cross – Rome
On Good Friday there is a Papal Mass in Saint Peter’s Basilica at 5 pm, March 30. At 9:15 pm, the Pope leads the stations
1 March 2018
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Palio dei Somari, in Torrita di Siena
If you’ve been missing this unique event, it’s time for you to join us at Palio dei Somari or the Donkey Races! Indeed, it is
15 February 2018
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Feast Day of San Giuseppe
March 19 is another special day in marvelous Italy. Giuseppe, one of the most popular names in southern Italy, and the husband of Mary is
12 February 2018
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Saint Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Saturday this year, so there is no excuse for not getting out and about Italy to celebrate. We have
8 February 2018
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Festa della Donna in Italy: International Women’s Day
Are you familiar with Torta Mimosa? Well, you really must visit a local bakery in Italy, and order one of these tasty treats. The cakes
5 February 2018
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Tipicità, the Made in Le Marche Festival
The dates are March 3rd, 4th, and 5th. The event is “Made in Le Marche.” The purpose is showcasing the region rich in agriculture, culture,
1 February 2018
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The Lateran Pacts
The year was 1929, and the date was February 11. The event: The Lateran Treaty or Patti Lateranensi, and the birth of Vatican City, now
25 January 2018
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