Agrigento, the Italian city set to be the Capital of Culture in 2025, is facing a severe water crisis that could be exacerbated by an influx of tourists. The historic Sicilian city, known for its large tourist draw, is grappling with a water shortage due to its hilltop location on the southwest coast of Sicily. … Read more
Italy’s Lombardy region is one of the most popular in Europe, attracting over 37 million tourists and visitors every year. The regional capital, Milan, is one of the world’s most famous fashion centres, home to many exclusive brands. Lombardy is also renowned for its stunning natural scenery, which includes several breathtaking lakes. Set against the … Read more
Holidaymakers in Italy are being warned by a travel expert to be cautious of a common scam thats leaving people low on money. The “rose scam” – which is well-known to many and not known to some – is a common tactic used by scammers in busy cities such as Rome, Venice, and Milan, targeting … Read more
Tourists visiting Italy could face huge delays this Saturday as bus, tram, underground and train operators across the country are set to strike for 24 hours. Starting in the early hours of October 5, regional and long-distance trains operated in Italy Trenitalia, Trenord and ITALO could be impacted, as well major buses, trams, and underground … Read more
Venice officials have threatened to double a daily tourist tax after concluding its summer trial. The trial saw day-trippers paying an entrance fee during peak days of five-euro (roughly £4) and was introduced to manage tourist influx during high-traffic periods. During the first 11 days of the trial, an average of 75,000 visitors were recorded daily – … Read more
A tourist who forked out for a room with a majestic view was left sorely disappointed upon her arrival. Argentine influencer Clarisa Murgia took to video sharing social media platform TikTok to recount her holiday misadventure. The brief clip initially shows a room with a balcony overlooking a stunning panorama featuring turquoise waters, a boat … Read more
The international airport in Florence, one of the most famous art cities in Italy and the world, is getting a new terminal expected to nearly double the number of passengers travelling through it. The Firenze-Peretola Airport, named after Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci, hit a record number of clients last year, when it welcomed more than … Read more
Venice has announced plans to ban loudspeakers and large tourist groups in a bid to prevent overcrowding in its city centre. The popular holiday spot in Italy sees thousands of tourists each year, with officials planning measures to keep crowds at bay. The move will prohibit tourist groups of 25 and more and will ban … Read more
