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People on an observation deck surrounded by snow with views of dramatic mountains in Cortina in Italy's alpine region

The Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will begin in early February. Here’s everything to know about where the events will take place, how to get tickets, and traveling to attend.

September 12, 2025 05:07 PM

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Tiana Attride

A hike in the Appenine Mountains with wellness retreat, The Ranch Italy.

Hotels

Rigorous Hikes, Quinoa Bowls, and No Wine: This Wellness Retreat in Italy Will Test Your Limits

At the Ranch Italy, participants trade in Italian wines and pastas for quinoa bowls and workouts at this seriously tough (but worth it) wellness retreat.

November 15, 2022 06:55 PM

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Jessie Beck

Food + Drink

15 Essential Foods to Try in Rome—and Where to Find Them

Carbonara and cacio e pepe may be famous around the world, but there are lots of other fantastic dishes to try when in Rome.

November 20, 2025 12:09 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

A view from of the Verrazano Bridge from Staten Island<br/>

Travel Inspiration

Top Things To Do in Staten Island According to a Local Chef

This borough is a fascinating postcard of yesteryear, filled with rich Italian culture. Here, one of its legendary Italian chefs shares his top picks of where to go and what to see.

Sponsored by NYC & Company and written by Danielle Bernabe

Numerous boats out on the water and colorful houses in hues of orange, cream, pink, and white stacked along the waterfront cliffs of Positano, Italy

Air Travel News

American Airlines Just Launched 2 New Dreamy Italy Routes

American is doubling down on Italy for 2025, with new routes and expanded service to the Mediterranean country we just can’t seem to get enough of.

November 1, 2024 06:17 PM

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Bailey Berg

This guest room at San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons Hotel, features a large bed that faces the Mediterranean Sea, which is on view through French doors.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Sicily

Baroque cities. Archaeological ruins. Sun and sand. Multicultural cuisine. Sicily has it all—and these are its top 10 hotels and resorts.

April 26, 2024 10:01 AM

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Erica Firpo

This guest room at Miramonti in the Dolomites features blond wood floors and views of the Dolomite mountain range.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in the Dolomites

The Dolomites and their alpine charms are in the spotlight ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics—and these are the 10 best places to stay.

April 25, 2024 10:05 AM

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Erica Firpo

Where to Travel Next

The Uncrowded Destinations Where Travel Advisors Are Quietly Sending Their Clients

From a blissfully serene Japanese island to still undiscovered spots in Italy, here’s where to escape the hordes.

September 25, 2024 07:57 AM

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Blane Bachelor

Air Travel News

This Is Now One of Europe’s Best Airports—but It Definitely Wasn’t Always

After an 800 million–euro upgrade, Italy’s main international hub recently received a coveted Skytrax five-star airport rating.

May 31, 2023 06:17 PM

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Erica Firpo

Art + Architecture

Italy’s New Fellini Museum Invites Visitors to Experience La Dolce Vita in the Director’s Hometown

The Federico Fellini International Museum in Rimini promises a behind-the-scenes look at the award-winning director’s life and his most iconic works.

April 8, 2022 05:35 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Puglia, Italy is one of four new just-announced routes that United Airlines will be serving from the U.S.

Air Travel News

United Just Announced 4 New Routes to Some of Our Favorite (and Lesser-Traveled) European Cities

The Chicago-based carrier will become the first U.S. airline to offer service or nonstop routes to these four cities in Europe.

October 9, 2025 03:02 PM

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Chris Dong

Cruise

First Mediterranean Cruise Sets Sail With Mandatory Coronavirus Tests

Anyone who tested positive, had a fever, or had COVID-19 symptoms was denied boarding on the “MSC Grandiosa,” the first cruise to set sail from Italy since the lockdown in March.

August 17, 2020 05:34 PM

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Frances D’Emilio

History + Culture

Airbnb Wants to Pay for You to Live in This Italian Village for a Whole Summer

Four lucky people will get to live and work alongside locals on an all-expenses-paid sabbatical in the hillside town of Grottole in southern Italy.

January 16, 2019 12:05 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

This hallway at Palazzo Talìa features large green banquette seating and floor to ceiling curtains.

Hotels

The 4 Most Exciting New Hotels in Rome

Headed to Rome? These are the four new (and newly renovated) hotels to book for your next trip to the Eternal City.

November 1, 2024 05:09 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Italy Is Reopening to Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know

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