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Where to go for the May Day long weekend in Italy: top 2026 destinations

The May Day long weekend is one of the best times to travel: the days are longer, the temperatures are pleasant, and you can get a taste of summer without too much traffic and crowds. This year, with the holiday falling on a Friday, you can take full advantage of a long weekend. But even if you only have one day away, here's where to go for the May Day long weekend in Italy.
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Short-term rentals in Italy 2026: rules, taxes, and profitability

The vacation rental market has undergone a profound transformation. Managing an apartment today is no longer just about handing over the keys, but navigating an integrated regulatory system. If you're wondering how to navigate the changes introduced by the 2026 Finance Act on short-term rentals (and more), this guide will help you understand the new rules for the flat-rate tax, the CIN requirement, and the potential profitability of a vacation rental.
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Italy’s unexpected deserts: 5 stark landscapes worth seeing

It looks like Mars, but it's Italy. In a country known for its hills, villages, and picture-perfect beaches, there are places that astound: monumental dunes, clay hills carved by water, barren expanses where the wind dictates its rules. In Italy, there are deserts, not in the climatic sense, but desert landscapes shaped by time, erosion, and history.
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idealista launches online room booking in Italy

idealista has rolled out a new online booking system for rooms to rent in Italy, aiming to make life easier for people who need a place to stay for study, work or a first move away from home. How idealista’s online room booking system worksStep-by-step booking process for tenantsPayment securit
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What to do in Rome on April 25th for Liberation Day 2026

On April 25th, Rome becomes a veritable open-air workshop: historical memory intertwines with concerts, guided tours, green initiatives, food and wine festivals, and amusement parks. Here's what to do in Rome on April 25th to celebrate Liberation Day, including parades, official celebrations, cultural events, outdoor activities, family-friendly activities, and nearby excursions.
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Not filing the 730 in Italy: fines, lost refunds and who is exempt

Failure to submit Form 730 can lead to different consequences depending on your tax situation. If submitted within 90 days of the deadline, the return is late and carries a reduced penalty; if submitted after this deadline, it is omitted, with higher fines. Those in debt risk penalties of up to 240% of the unpaid tax and, in the most serious cases, even criminal prosecution. Those in debt, however, lose their refund. This can be remedied by submitting a late return or, after 90 days, the Personal Income Tax Form.
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Renovating an old house in Italy on a budget: save without cutting corners

Renovating an old house in Italy doesn’t have to mean emptying your bank account, but it does mean being strategic, patient and clear about where every euro goes.Whether it’s a stone farmhouse in Le Marche or a tired townhouse in a small village, renovating on a budget is about prioritising safety,
Rent-to-own in Italy

Rent-to-buy properties in Italy

Dreaming of owning a home in Italy but not quite ready financially? Looking for an alternative route to property ownership? Rent-to-buy could be the perfect solution, especially for those who aren’t in a position to take out a mortgage just yet.
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Heart-shaped villages in Italy revealed from the sky

Italy’s village heritage feels almost endless. There are medieval hilltop settlements, rugged hamlets clinging to rocky slopes, and graceful lowland towns shaped by centuries of rural life. Among them, a handful stand out for a rather unexpected reason: their layout forms a heart when seen from above.