Skiing in Italy

The best Italian ski resorts for beginners and families

Italy is renowned not only for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and delicious cuisine, but also for its world-class ski resorts. If you're a beginner or planning a family ski trip, Italy offers some of the best resorts to kickstart your skiing adventure.
Milan's streets lit up with Christmas lights

Christmas traditions in Italy not to be missed

Italians hold three things close to their hearts: food, family, and faith—making Christmas, a celebration of all three, one of the most cherished holidays in Italy. Each family has its own unique customs, often influenced by the region they call home.
Dolomites in Winter

Winter in the Dolomites, Italy

Winter in the Dolomites, Italy, offers a magical escape for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and those simply looking to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Alps during the colder months.
Pregnancy and giving birth in Italy for expats

Pregnancy and giving birth in Italy for expats

Italy’s healthcare system has a good reputation, especially when it comes to pregnancy and giving birth. In spite of this, the healthcare system in Italy can be overwhelming and somewhat confusing for first-time users, particularly when it involves something as important as pregnancy.
Parental leave in Italy 2023

Italy paternity leave 2023: changes by the Meloni government

Changes are on the way for parental leave in Italy thanks to the Meloni government. As announced by the prime minister herself during a press conference on the 2023 budget law, the move establishes an extra month of optional maternity leave starting in 2023 paid at 80 per cent.
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Italy parental leave 2022: new rules for allowances

Italy's new parental leave 2022 is here. The decree including new rights for parental leave in Italy focuses on changes introduced by an EU directive on work-life balance for parents and carers. Italy, from now on, conforms to the European context.
Immerse yourself in the beautiful Tuscan countryside

Tuscany's best-kept secrets

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
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4 ideas for celebrating St. Martin’s Day 2019 in Italy

On November 11th, St. Martin’s Day (“San Martino”) is celebrated, a popular feast throughout Italy. This tradition, linked to the history of the saint who gave half of his cloak to a beggar, marked an emblematic moment in rural life. The popular Italian saying "On St.
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What happens to the house after a divorce with children in Italy?

Divorce is never nice, especially when there are children involved, but sometimes it’s necessary and there are practical matters to take care of. One question many people have is what happens to their house in Italy if they get divorced or are separated and they’ve got children?
The Franciacorta shopping outlet in Lombardy is the perfect vacation destination / Wikimedia commons

Best shopping outlets in Italy

From north to south, here are all the best designer outlets and malls not to be missed around Italy. Want to buy something unique without spending a fortune? Want to make purchases and go home loaded with bags?
A luxury property just metres from the seafront

House of the week - 30th November 2018

Living in Italy, just a few steps from the beach and in an authentic Italian house with loads of history? Easy! We have just the house for you. It’s an exclusive beachfront luxury villa for sale on the Riviera Apuana, just 3 miles from the centre of Forte dei Marmi.
A romantic villa with a magical garden

House of the week - 23rd November 2018

Lake Como is known as one of Italy's most beautiful areas with picturesque mountains, deep blue waters and even some celebrities that reside in the area. This place has to be on your top 5 list for possible holiday home locations.
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Weekend away in Italy: 5 fairytale cities

There are places whose beauty makes them seem unreal, as if they had been created by an artist or as a stage for a theatrical show. In Italy there are many places that we could classify as "too beautiful to be true" and today we present you with 5 of them.
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Italy's best caves to visit

You probably didn’t know that there are some 33 thousand caves in Italy. Some are long and deep and go for miles, while most are small and as yet unexplored.