Lifestyle in Italy

There is increasing debate on the new European directive on so-called 'green homes', which will lead to the renovation of thousands of buildings across Europe to bring them up to the most efficient energy classes.

You don't have to spend a fortune to have an unforgettable trip; there are many destinations where you can have the time of your life at no extra cost. Among these is Rome, a city that lends itself to discovery without even having to open your wallet.

Sant'Elia a Pianisi is an Italian town located in the province of Campobasso, in Molise. Its notoriety is linked to the presence of a Franciscan convent dedicated to Padre Pio.

In the heart of Monferrato in Piedmont, Lilelo (Little Leisure Lodges) offers a unique eco-glamping experience that will allow guests to be immersed in nature.

Italy is 100,000 square miles of impeccable taste, making it the home of the most famous cuisine in the world. From North to South, the country offers a succession of unique and unmistakable flavours that are rooted in the land and its traditions.

Italy is known across the world as a beautiful country with a rich cultural heritage, delicious food, and stunning landscapes. The quality of life in Italy can vary depending on a range of factors, including where in the country you live, your socioeconomic status, and your personal preferences.

Anyone who has seen the typical Italian apartment will be aware that there is often no space for a room dedicated exclusively to dining, or at least not as was the case a few decades ago.

Vèrres, Levico Terme, Varallo, Riccia and Pergola are 5 of the 20 locations chosen as the most beautiful villages in Italy by the well-known competition 'Il borgo dei borghi 2022'.

In December 2022, the number of jobseekers in Italy increased (+0.1%, i.e. +2 thousand compared to November) among women, 25-34 year olds and those over 50. The total unemployment rate in Italy is stable at 7.8%, while the youth unemployment rate drops to 22.1% (-0.5 points).

2022 was not a good year on the pollution front in Italian cities. According to Legambiente, which published the report "Mal'Aria di città 2023: cambio di passo cercasi" (Bad Air in Cities 2023: a change of pace wanted), last year 29 cities out of 95 exceeded the daily PM10 limits.

After some particularly difficult years during the coronavirus pandemic, world tourism got fully back up and running again in 2022 with a summer that allowed many travellers to finally return to discover Italy. But which Italian cities will be most visited in 2023?

The eleventh edition of the Traveller Review Award, released by the well known travel website Booking, has ranked the world's most welcoming tourist destinations. And the results show that it is Italy that is home to the most welcoming city in the world.

The travel website booking.com has compiled a list of places to visit in 2023, focusing on destinations not to be missed by keen travellers this year.

In 2023, the Italian region of Sicily has more plans to boost tourism in its splendid territory, after several successful initiatives in 2022.

Demoskopika has published its most recent Regional Tourism Reputation Index. The ranking of the tourism reputation of the Italian regions is in its sixth edition and awards Trentino-Alto Adige with the top spot as the best holiday destination in Italy in 2023.

Are you fed up with the grey winter weather and need of some vitamin D?

Milan's vocation for avant-garde architecture and the realisation of 'green' projects is constantly evolving. After the iconic Bosco Verticale, Milan's residential block known as the "Vertical Forest", for the new San Siro stadium, Stefano Boeri has presented his project.

The 33rd edition of the Sole 24 Ore quality of life survey, which highlights the best places to live in Italy, certifies Bologna's leadership, followed on the podium by Bolzano and Florence.

Rome is the best city in Europe for travelling during the Christmas holidays. This is according to the results of a survey by EasyJet, published by the British newspaper the Mirror, where British citizens were asked their European destination of choice for the festive season.

Tourists visiting La Spezia until 18th December 2022 can receive a free night at establishments participating in the "La Spezia mille e una notte" (One Thousand and One Nights La Spezia) initiative. Anyone for a free holiday?

We're coming up to the end of the year, and many people are looking to fit in just one more small holiday before Christmas. Italy is a country that is filled with history and culture that even when the summer sun has faded, it offers exciting attractions and things to see all year round.

The American magazine The Travel has published a ranking of top 10 most beautiful villages in Italy according to international tourists.

Tourism is on the rise again and, with it, the desire for shopping in Italy. The United States, Germany, France and the United Kingdom are among the main international markets for incoming tourism to Italy, with an average daily per capita expenditure of 100 euros.

You're not dreaming, flying taxis are coming to Italy and they've been having a test run before being fully introduced in rome in 2024.

The Emilia-Romagna region in Italy has launched a new initiative for young couples and families who want to change their lives and buy a house in one of its 121 municipalities.