Lifestyle in Italy

The Italian newspaper, Il Sole 24 Ore, has released its 2022 Quality of Life ranking, this year rewarding the Italian cities and provinces with the best living environment by age group. The categories include 'children' 0-10 years, 'young people' 18-35 years, and 'the elderly' over 65.

The impact of COVID-19 on tourism in Italy has been tough, however the most recent Italy tourism statistics show that this summer will be the most normal season for the tourism industry in Italy since before the pandemic.

Summer 2022 prices are set to rise. What are the expected increases and how much will it cost to go on holiday in Italy in 2022?

Travelling to Italy this summer has just got a little easier, as the country has announced that all Covid entry requirements have been scrapped.

Italy is a popular destination for beach holidays, and therefore it is no surprise that several Italian beaches are featured in the ranking of Europe's most beautiful beaches. So, what is the nicest beach in Italy?

Do you need a face mask to travel by plane? The answer isn't a straight yes or no. As of 16th May, in fact, the obligation to wear a face mask on board flights in European Union countries came to an end.

What is the most welcoming city in the world? It's a southern Italian wonder, capital of culture in 2019 and a true Italian.

Soave, a hidden gem in Veneto, has been named the "Borgo dei Borghi 2022", making it Italy's most beautiful village in 2022. The winner, announced during the Easter episode of the popular Kilimangiaro show, took the place of Tropea which held the "Borgo dei Borghi" title in 2021.

Just when everyone thought that entry requirements into Venice (Italy) would be relaxed now that coronavirus rules in Italy are being relaxed, Venice is to introduce compulsory reservation and an entry fee for tourists.

From 19th to 23th May 2022 the Turin International Book Fair is back.

Travelling around Italy, from Bari to Milan, via Matera, Naples, Perugia and Rome and all of this with an exceptional tour guide who also happens to be the most famous doll in the world. What are we talking about?

Primark has opened its doors in Milan with its first shop in the centre of the Lombard capital. The new Primark Milan is located in Via Torino and is a space of over 7,000 m2 with retail and office space over seven floors.

If you're planning a holiday in Italy, there are a few faux pas you should be aware of if you want to fit in like a local.

Italy is preparing to say goodbye to the green pass. From 1st April 2022, the green pass will no longer be compulsory for all outdoor venues (except stadiums) and for many indoor venues (but the requirement to wear an FFP2 mask remains).

Italy's Prime Minister Mario Draghi earlier this month announced an end to the country's COVID-19 state of emergency on 31st March 2022. But what does this mean for COVID rules in Italy? Will Italy relax its enhanced green pass rules?

According to a survey by Codacons, which analysed the cost of living in the main Italian cities, Milan is the most expensive city in Italy.

Tripadvisor's annual "Travellers' Choice Awards" have named the 25 most beautiful beaches in Europe to visit in 2022.

As of 6th December, the super green pass, the Covid digital certification that can only be obtained if vaccinated or cured of Covid, is in force. No enhanced green pass can be obtained by those who only present a negative Covid test.

All over the world, when one thinks of carnival one immediately associates the city of Venice, which has become a must for fans of this event.

What are the destinations for sustainable tourism in Italy? The New York Times has indicated them by publishing the "52 Places for a Changed World".

People live better in the north-east. This is according to the quality of life in Italy classification, drawn up every year by Il Sole 24 Ore, which crowns Trieste as the city with the best living conditions in Italy in 2021 and places various other cities in the area in the top ten.

As we all know, time slowly degrades our homes, affecting their quality and value. The good news is, that with small interventions, it is possible to greatly improve the appearance of your home.

To combat depopulation, the municipality of Roseto Valfortore, in the province of Foggia, has announced a plan to offer 5,000 euros to anyone who moves to the town to live.

Self-healing concretes, heat-regulating glass, 3D-printed decks: these are the new green building materials that will change the furnishing industry in the coming years.

In the annual CNN ranking "Where to travel 2022: the best destinations to visit in 2022" there is an unexpected Italian destination.