Simplify group travel with personalised travel tech service from “Tourist Italy”

Revolutionizing group travel planning with their tech-powered, tailored travel experiences, Tourist Italy crafts custom tour packages for everyone—from individuals to groups of 40.

China Eastern announces direct Shanghai-Venice route

Shanghai's China Eastern Airlines announced a new direct route to Venice from 26 September.

ITA Airways’ loyalty program VOLARE launches Status Match campaign

Volare, ITA Airways’ loyalty program announces the launch of its Status Match campaign, dedicated to frequent flyers outside Italy.

ITA Airways launches new direct flight Rome Fiumicino – Bangkok for 2024/2025 Winter Season

ITA Airways, the Italian reference airline, announces the new nonstop flight between Rome Fiumicino and Bangkok, starting operations on November 16 with five weekly frequencies.

Discover high-altitude adventures on Vialattea’s slopes this summer  

This summer, Vialattea is delighted to announce the reopening of three of its ski lifts – one in Sestriere and two in Sauze d’Oulx - with the aim of enriching its tourist offering by allowing visitors to enjoy the slopes year-round.

First ITA Airways flight lands at Accra Airport

The first ITA Airways flight from Rome Fiumicino arrived at Kotoka International Airport in Accra, Ghana. The aircraft, an Airbus A321neo, was welcomed with a water arch salute.

Radisson Individuals marks its debut in Sardinia

Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce its debut in Sardinia with the opening of Veridia Resort Sardinia, a member of Radisson Individuals. Situated in the picturesque Chia region of Southern Sardinia, less than an hour from Cagliari, the resort is set to transform premium travel in the area with its blend of natural beauty and sophisticated elegance.

The rebirth of tourism in Italy’s Art Cities

2023 marked an important turning point for tourism in Italy’s art cities. According to the Centre for Tourism Studies in Florence, the year ended with a return to pre-Covid levels, recording 445.3 million stays in accommodation facilities, an increase of 8.1% compared to 2022.

As Pope announces historic 2025 Jubilee, expert warns 20 million extra visitors will flock to Rome

The Pope is publishing a Papal Bull proclaiming 2025 will be an historic Jubilee year. Last held in the year 2000, the tradition, which dates back to 1300, will see 30 million people visit Rome for a series of events and celebrations.

Ultra-luxury resort La Maviglia set to debut in Puglia in 2027

Nestled in the heart of the renowned Primitivo wine region, La Maviglia will make its debut in Puglia in 2027, pairing the luxury of the Italian coastline with an unprecedented level of bespoke hospitality.

Capri a dormitory for tourists?

Famed for its blue seas, breathtaking views and cove-studded coastline, the Mediterranean island of Capri has been a tourist haven since the early years of the Roman empire. 

Venice Introduces Entry Fee for Day-Trippers to Combat Overtourism

Venice has taken a pioneering step in the global tourism landscape, becoming the first city to implement a tourist ticket system, effective from Thursday, 25 April 2024.

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Cunard officially welcomes new ship Queen Anne with ceremony at Fincantieri Shipyard

She's the next in a fine line for Cunard, and on April 19, Queen Anne officially joined the luxury cruise line's iconic fleet during a historic handover ceremony in Italy.

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe presents L’Observatoire, a new carriage designed by artist JR

The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe remakes history by bringing L’Observatoire – a private and exclusive sleeper carriage designed by leading artist JR – to Venice for a one-of-a-kind project reveal during Biennale Arte.

Air Astana group enters strategic partnership with Neos

Air Astana Group, the largest airline group in Central Asia and the Caucasus regions by revenue and fleet size, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Neos SpA (“Neos”), the second Italian airline and part of the Alpitour group (together, “the Parties”), to enter a strategic partnership.