Tourism in Italy

Going on holiday in Italy has never been so convenient, in spite of the current coronavirus pandemic that is sweeping the world. In the summer that follows the strict COVID-19 lockdown in Italy, in addition to the help of a holiday bonus, Italians and those travelling to Italy from abroad 

As Italy gradually recovers after the COVID-19 pandemic, the tourism industry is looking to get back underway this summer 2020. Italy has already reopened its borders to some international visitors, but not to everyone.

Travel beyond national borders after the COVID-19 pandemic is now allowed, both in Italy and across Europe.

Italy is open for the summer holidays after the coronavirus pandemic, and many regions in the country are introducing incentives to encourage tourists to spend the summer holidays in Italy this year.

Luxury short-term rentals in Italy are a great alternative for the summer holidays this year, a summer season like no other, where travellers are facing the difficulty of finding COVID-free holiday destinations.

With the COVID-19 pandemic painting an ever-changing picture across Europe, Italy is gradually relaxing its lockdown rules and regulations to pave the way for the country’s “new normal”.

In an attempt to help both families and the tourism sector after the coronavirus health crisis, the Italian government wants to encourage residents to spend their summer holidays in Italy this year and is doing so with the help of the holiday bonus.

The tenth edition of "I Luoghi del Cuore" (Places of the Heart) launched by the Italian Environmental Fund (FAI) is underway. The organisation supports and promotes conservation and promotion projects in art and nature in Italy.

With summer holidays possibly still on the cards in Italy in 2020 there is good news for beach lovers, as the 2020 Blue Flags beaches in Italy have been announced. The number of municipalities that have obtained the award this year has increased from 183 last year, to 195.

Among the new features in Italy's reopening decree after the coronavirus health crisis, is the 2020 "bonus vacanze" (holiday bonus), a contribution to relaunch the tourism sector in Italy which has been strongly affected by the COVID-19 emergency.

This year the summer holidays will more than likey be "domestic". For those already living in Italy, Sardinia could be the perfect destination for a stay at home holiday.

Summer 2020 looks set to be one of the most complicated and unique in recent history due to the coronavirus emergency in Italy and across the world.

The first effects of slowdown in tourist activity in Italy were seen with the initial signs of the pandemic in February 2020.

Phase 2 of the coronavirus crisis is underway in Italy and among the most talked about measures are those related to the hotel and accommodation sector, one of the most affected by the health emergency.

The coronavirus emergency has already dealt a severe blow to one of Italy's most valuable sectors: tourism.

Agricamper Italia is a new initiative that supports rural tourism on the move.

The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Activities and Tourism in Italy (MiBACT) has announced in a press release that 30 million euros have been made available for the redevelopment and restoration of villages and historic districts in the country, more precisely in the regions of Basilicata, Calabria,

Like every year, the Forbes Travel Guide has crowned the best hotels in the world and 5 of these luxury 5-star hotels are in Italy. Let's see what the best hotels in Italy are and where they are located. The Forbes Travel Guide for 2020, included a total of 60 Italian hotels, restaurants and spas.

2020 will be a special year with incredible exhibitions to see all over Italy. If you are a lover of art, painting, photography or design and plan your weekends to see the latest exhibitions and collections, then this is just for you! It's time to discover the best exhibitions and events

In Naples, B&B does not always mean "bed and breakfast", but also "book and bed".

Lonely Planet has released their ranking of the must see destinations in the world in 2020. Looking at the results of the best regions to visit, the second position immediately captures out attention as it is occupied by the Italian region of Marche.

Rome is the third most popular destination in the world for tourists. This is what the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2019 say, which puts two other famous European cities on the podium. London and Paris hold the gold and silver medals respectively.

This year the unmissable Christmas markets are back in Italy. It would not be Christmas without the wooden houses that peep out in the squares and along the streets of Italian cities.

How much do foreign tourists appreciate Italy when they spend their holidays in “il Bel Paese”?

Autumn is a slow season in Italy; little by little, the trees change colour, the leaves fall off the branches to the ground forming a colourful carpet, and the animals prepare to crawl into a long winter sleep. To immerse ourselves in the charm of autumn this year, we have decided to take you to Tu