Italy’s Dying City That Refuses to Die
Civita di Bagnoregio has been crumbling for 700 years. Twelve people still live there. Here is what you need to know before you visit la città che muore.
Cent’anni: Italy’s Secret to a Long and Happy Life
Cent’anni means ‘may you live a hundred years’ — and in Italy, it’s more than a toast. Here’s what the science and the culture say about why Italians actually do it.
How to Say Merry Christmas in Italian: Buon Natale and More
Merry Christmas in Italian is Buon Natale. Here are the other Italian Christmas and New Year greetings, what each one means and when to use it.
Italian Coffee Culture: From Espresso to Cappuccino
Italian coffee culture is one of the most distinctive parts of life in Italy. Learn the rules of espresso, cappuccino timing, regional differences, and how to order coffee like a local.
Italian Surname Origins: What Your Family Name Reveals About Your Ancestry
Italian Surname Origins: What Your Family Name Reveals About Your Ancestry Your Italian surname is not just a label —
Italian Gelato Guide: Flavours, Regions and Where to Find the Best
Italian Gelato Guide: Flavours, Regions and Where to Find the Best Italian gelato is one of the great pleasures of
How to Read Italian Civil Records (Stato Civile): A Field-by-Field Decoding Guide
Your great-great-grandmother was born in a small comune in Calabria. Her birth was recorded by a municipal official, in a
Abruzzo Italy Travel Guide: What to See, Do and Eat in This Hidden Region
Abruzzo Italy travel guide: national parks, medieval villages, Adriatic coast and authentic food. Plan your trip to this overlooked Italian gem.
Why Italy Celebrates Its Grandparents on 2 October
Italy celebrates La Festa dei Nonni on 2 October each year. Here is what the day means, how Italian families mark it, and why those grandparent recipes matter more than any cookbook.
How to Trace Your Italian-Canadian Ancestry: A Complete Genealogy Guide
About 1.5 million Canadians have Italian roots. Most are two, three, or four generations removed from the village their grandparents
How to Plan a Trip to Italy from the United States
Planning a trip to Italy from the US? This guide covers flights, regions, getting around, costs, and what to pack for your Italian adventure.
How to Identify Your Ancestral Italian Village: Decoding Americanised Surnames and Ship Manifests
Most Italian-Americans know their grandparents came from Sicily or Campania. But which village? That single question separates a vague sense
Italian Aperitivo Hour: The Art of Pre-Dinner Drinks and Snacks
Discover the Italian aperitivo — the beloved pre-dinner ritual of drinks and snacks that shapes social life across Italy, from Milan to Venice.
Verona Italy Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Plan Your Visit
Plan your visit to Verona, Italy with this complete travel guide. Discover the Arena, Juliet’s House, the best restaurants, and where to stay in 2026.
The One Thing That Makes People Finally Move to Italy
From the pace of life to the food, the cost of living to the community — here is what actually makes people stop dreaming about Italy and start packing.
The Love Italy Guide â„– 007: Italian Opera Tradition
Photo by Aron Marinelli on Unsplash On the seventh of December each year, the city of Milan stops for a
Italian WWI Military Records: How to Find Your Ancestor’s Foglio Matricolare
Your great-grandfather left Italy sometime around 1910. You know his name, his village, his region. But there is a gap
Lake Como Travel Guide: What to See, Do and Know Before You Visit
Plan your Lake Como visit with this complete travel guide for US visitors. Covers the best towns, getting there from Milan, what to do, when to visit, and how much to budget.
Florence Travel Guide: What to See, Do and Eat as a First-Time Visitor
A complete Florence Italy travel guide for first-time visitors. What to see, where to eat, how to get there, and the best day trips from Florence.
Sicily Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors
Sicily travel guide for first-time visitors: where to go, how to get there, what to eat, and when to visit the Mediterranean’s largest island.
Matera Italy Travel Guide: The Ancient Cave City Worth the Journey
Discover Matera, Italy’s ancient UNESCO cave city in Basilicata. Complete guide to the Sassi districts, cave hotels, what to eat, and how to get there.