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Sports Tourism

Italian-French Ski Resort Vialattea appoints The Communication Group Plc for PR in the UK

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2023
The Communication Group plc is delighted to announce its appointment by Vialattea, an Italian-French ski resort in the Piedmont region, to handle its UK public relations. 
Tourism

Venice Will Charge Tourists Who Just Plan One Day Visit

Joe Cusmano Sep 20, 2023
Next year, one day, tourists to the stunning lagoon city of Venice will be required to pay €5 (about $A8 at today’s exchange rate) to stay around. To encourage tourists to visit on…
Hotels

Oetker Collection opens Hotel La Palma in Italy

Kanchan Nath Aug 10, 2023
Oetker Collection is delighted to announce the opening of its 11th hotel, Hotel La Palma in Capri.
Train

The new company ‘FS Treni Turistici Italiani’ is established by FS Group

Kanchan Nath Aug 3, 2023
This new company was founded with the mission of proposing a range of rail services specifically designed and calibrated for quality, with sustainable tourism that is attentive to…
Spas & Treatments

Lefay Resorts & Residences announces new wellness program in The Dolomites

Kanchan Nath Aug 3, 2023
Lefay Resorts & Residences announces a new indoor-outdoor spa program in the Italian Dolomites at its luxury eco-spa resort, Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti.
Food & Drink

Ferrari Trento and the St. Regis Venice celebrate the art of Italian living with a Four-Hand Dinner

Kanchan Nath Jul 31, 2023
Gio’s Restaurant and Terrace to host an exclusive event with Edoardo Fumagalli of Ferrari Trento’s Locanda Margon and Giuseppe Ricci of The St. Regis Venice.
Cruise

MSC Cruises Introduces New Mediterranean Itinerary

Joe Cusmano Jul 21, 2023
Italy, Greece, and Turkey are three of the most popular stops in the Mediterranean, and MSC Cruises has just released a new itinerary for the MSC Poesia that includes all three. The…
Hospitality

Mazzarò Sea Palace opens new gourmet restaurant on the water in Taormina, Sicily

Kanchan Nath Jul 19, 2023
V Retreats, the luxury division of VOIhotels, announces a new gourmet restaurant at Mazzarò Sea Palace, its 5-star, luxury hotel on the beach in Taormina, Sicily.
Hotels

Baglioni Hotels & Resorts announces new opening in Forte dei Marmi

Kanchan Nath Jul 16, 2023
Baglioni Hotels & Resorts, the leading luxury Italian hotel Collection, is thrilled to announce its new management takeover in the beautiful Italian seaside town of Forte dei Marmi in…
Cruise

Explore the smaller islands of historic Venice Lagoon with ‘La Bella Vita’

Kanchan Nath Jul 11, 2023
While large cruise ships are banned from entering the famous Venice Lagoon to protect its fragile infrastructure, the Giudecca Canal – one of Europe’s most celebrated canals – and the Venice…
Airports

Milan Bergamo records double-digit growth in first half of 2023

Kanchan Nath Jul 9, 2023
Milan Bergamo Airport has witnessed more than 7.6 million passengers pass through its doors already this year, recording an impressive double-digit growth when compared to the same period in…
Hotels

Zuma Capri opens for first summer season at Capri Palace Jumeirah

Kanchan Nath Jul 4, 2023
Capri Palace Jumeirah, the stunning retreat on the glamorous fabled Blue Island, officially welcomes guests to discover contemporary izakaya cuisine at Zuma Capri, the latest dining…
Attractions & Tours

Switzerland unveils Europe’s highest cable car crossing (3480m), ‘Matterhorn Alpine Crossing’

Kanchan Nath Jul 4, 2023
Switzerland has just opened its much-anticipated ‘Matterhorn Alpine Crossing’ – the Alps highest three string cable car and the highest border crossing in Europe – connecting Switzerland and…
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways participates in the Business Travel Show Europe in London 

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2023
ITA Airways returns to the "Business Travel Show Europe" held on 28th and 29th June in the ExCeL exhibition centre in London, United Kingdom.
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways is the official carrier of the exhibition “Imagining the Future. Leonardo da Vinci: In the Mind of an Italian Genius” 

Kanchan Nath Jun 28, 2023
ITA Airways is Official Carrier of the project "Imagining the Future. Leonardo da Vinci: In the Mind of an Italian Genius” the monographic exhibition organized by “Confindustria”, the…
Airports

Milan Bergamo gains Georgia link with flag carrier

Kanchan Nath Jun 28, 2023
Milan Bergamo Airport has welcomed another new carrier to its airline ranks as Georgian Airways launches a Tbilisi link from the Italian airport.
Cruise

Explora Journeys Unveils Prestigious Luxury Watch And Jewellery Brands Retail Offering Onboard Explora I And Explora II

Kristin Mariano Jun 28, 2023
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle hospitality brand of the MSC Group, announces the launch of an all-new luxury watch and jewellery retail offering onboard EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II,…
Hotels

VRetreats adds five new hotels to its collection of luxury Italian hotels

Kanchan Nath Jun 23, 2023
VRetreats is enriched with five new hotels in iconic and strategic locations in Italy: a result that underlines the development of the collection, which has always been devoted to lovers of…
Travel Tech

Urbanv and SITA partner to provide digital solutions for Rome vertiports

Kanchan Nath Jun 15, 2023
SITA, the leading IT provider to the air transport industry, and UrbanV, the Italian vertiport operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a digital-first passenger…
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways launches new Washington – Rome connection

Kanchan Nath Jun 8, 2023
The Italian National Day marks the launch of the new ITA Airways Washington Dulles - Rome Fiumicino direct flight.
Global

Mazzarò Sea Palace announces unique experiences in Taormina, Sicily

Kanchan Nath May 30, 2023
V Retreats, the luxury division of VOIhotels, announces new authentic experiences for guests at Mazzarò Sea Palace, its 5-star, luxury hotel on the beach in Taormina, Sicily. 
Food & Drink

Immersive gastronomic experiences at the St. Regis Venice 

Kanchan Nath May 15, 2023
St. Regis Venice announces a one-of-a-kind experience that invites guests to join Executive Chef Giuseppe Ricci on his morning market rounds followed by a chef-led cooking session and a…
OTAs & Tour Operators

TUI grows offering in Greece ahead of increased flight capacity in 2024

Kanchan Nath May 5, 2023
Following the announcement of 220k additional flight seats in and out of Greece, TUI has enhanced its offering to the destination to give even more choice to UK holidaymakers.
Cruise

Carnival Venezia Gets Signature Hull livery With A Twist

Joe Cusmano May 3, 2023
With the debut of Carnival Cruise Line’s “Fun Italian Style” offering only weeks away, Carnival Venezia is showing off her new hull livery, but with a nod to the ship’s Costa Cruises…
Hotels

Festive season at Château Saint-Martin & Spa

Kanchan Nath May 3, 2023
The Palace on the French Riviera reopened its doors on April 30th for a new season full of promise. Nestled in the hilltops of Vence, this Oetker Collection Masterpiece Hotel is an…
Cruise

MSC Meraviglia Starts Year-Round Cruises From New York

Joe Cusmano Apr 25, 2023
MSC Cruises, the world’s third-largest and fastest-growing cruise company, moored the MSC Meraviglia at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. The modern and stunning mega-ship has already sailed…
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways presents Airbus A320neo with new interiors

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2023
ITA Airways presented the Airbus A320neo with new interiors designed by Walter De Silva and inaugurated the new Hangar Lounge at the Leonardo da Vinci Airport in Fiumicino.
Hotels

V Retreats opens its two, newly refreshed hotels in Taormina, Sicily for the season

Kanchan Nath Apr 17, 2023
V Retreats, the luxury division of VOIhotels, has refreshed and reopened its two, 5-star, waterfront luxury hotels in Taormina, Sicily for the season this month. 
Hotels

Bulgari Hotel Roma to open on June 9

Kristin Mariano Apr 17, 2023
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the opening of Bulgari Hotel Roma on June 9th, 2023. Located in Piazza Augusto Imperatore n.10, the new hotel will be the ninth gem of the…
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways first Airbus A330neo with blue livery

Kanchan Nath Apr 4, 2023
ITA Airways first Airbus A330-900 with new blue livery has been moved out of the hangar at the Airbus Final Assembly Line in Toulouse today.
Travel Tech

Italy Travel Tech Accelerator

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2023
Over 100 Startup candidates for the “Italy Travel Tech Accelerator” call, roadshows in 5 major Italian cities and a strong enthusiasm for the measure proposed by the Ministry of Tourism in…
Global

Italy – the Queen of Winter Tourism

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2023
A survey by SWG, commissioned by Confcommercio, highlights the great attractiveness of the country's ski destinations, which are increasingly easy to reach, including by sustainable travel…
Hotels

Dolce by Wyndham Milan Malpensa opens with 207 keys in Italy

Kanchan Nath Mar 31, 2023
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 9,100 hotels across 95 countries announced the opening of the upscale 207-room Dolce by Wyndham Milan…
Airlines and Aviation

Volare launches new communication campaign celebrating the programme’s first year

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2023
As part of the celebrations to mark the 'Millionth' member and the first birthday of its Loyalty programme, ITA Airways is launching two important communication campaigns dedicated to…
Hotels

The St. Regis Venice triumphs at Marriott’s EMEA General Manager’s Conference 2023

Chris Head Mar 24, 2023
The St. Regis Venice, a collection of five heritage palazzi, was named “Hotel of the Year” at Marriott’s EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) General Manager’s Conference 2023 held at The…
Airlines and Aviation

flydubai touches down in Milan-Bergamo

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2023
flydubai touched down in Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) to a water cannon salute and warm welcome by the airport officials.
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways increases connections from Brazil to Italy

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2023
ITA Airways is enhancing its São Paolo – Rome Fiumicino direct flight to meet the expected increase in demand. Starting from August 2023, the Company will add 4 weekly frequencies to its…
MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Cvent partners with YEG for next-gen data-driven events in Italy

Kanchan Nath Mar 16, 2023
Cvent, a meetings, events and hospitality technology provider and YEG!, a communication events production company dedicated to improving the interaction between business and their customers,…
Cruise

MSC Poesia Makes Her Australian Debut, Starting in Sydney

Joe Cusmano Mar 1, 2023
During her 119-day World Cruise on Monday, MSC Poesia made her first stop in Sydney. Only the MSC Magnifica (2019 and 2020) and MSC Orchestra (2015 only) have previously visited…
Cruise

MSC Cruises To Launch New Eco-Friendly Flagship MSC Euribia

Joe Cusmano Mar 1, 2023
MSC Euribia, as an LNG-powered ship, is another step forward towards MSC Cruises in significantly decreasing glasshouse gas emissions. LNG plays an integral part in the fight against…
Airlines and Aviation

SKY express offers up to -50% to Thessaloniki, Chania, Heraklion, and Rhodes

Kanchan Nath Feb 17, 2023
SKY express invites all to travel with the most competitive terms to four beloved Greek cities, offering  a discount of up to -50%.
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways participates for the first time in BIT

Kanchan Nath Feb 15, 2023
ITA Airways attended for the first time the Borsa Internazionale del Turismo (BIT), the International Travel Exhibition taking place through February 14 in Milan.
MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Representation Plus launches Italian associate office at BIT Milan

Kanchan Nath Feb 14, 2023
At BIT Milan 2023 Representation Plus will be launching its first associate office in Italy, joining India, Greece and the UAE under their RPI (Representation Plus International) Brand, soon…
Sports Tourism

Aosta Valley’s Pila unveils “Pila – Couis” Gondola Lift

Kanchan Nath Feb 10, 2023
The ski lift project is set to enhance access to the mountain resort radically – for both skiers and non-skiers – and improve access to one of the most iconic panoramic points of the Aosta…
Attractions & Tours

PAFF (Palazzo Arti Fumetto Friuli) becomes the International Museum of Comic Art

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2023
Under the artistic direction of its founder, Giulio De Vita, PAFF! International Museum of Comic Art is one of a kind in Italy, with organisations similar in concept and size found only in…
By the Way

Tourism in Italy reached pre-pandemic levels in 2022

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2023
The tourism sector in Italy almost reached pre-pandemic levels last year in terms of air traffic as well as the tourism sector, in comparison to the figures for 2021.
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways joins the board of airline representatives in Germany (BARIG)

Kanchan Nath Feb 2, 2023
ITA Airways serves an extensive domestic and international network via its two hubs Rome Fiumicino and Milan Linate.
Hospitality

EnviroRental launches the vacation rental industry’s first sustainability hub

Kristin Mariano Jan 31, 2023
EnviroRental has today announced the vacation rental sector’s first sustainability information hub to help owners save money, cut emissions and meet the growing consumer demand for…
Air

Lufthansa Submits An Official Bid For ITA Airways

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2023
Lufthansa has formally made an offer to the Italian government to purchase a minority share in ITA Airways. The proposal also comes with a future purchase option for any outstanding…
Cruise

MSC Cruises Unveils “Future Of Cruising” Sustainability Campaign

Joe Cusmano Jan 25, 2023
The gigantic MSC World Europa is the centrepiece of MSC Cruises’ new “Future of Cruising” campaign, which is being released worldwide. The campaign’s goal is to make customers more…
Cruise

MSC World Cruises Depart On Separate Itineraries

Joe Cusmano Jan 11, 2023
MSC Cruises set an “industry first” last week when two world cruises set sail on round-the-world journeys on the same day. The cruise line welcomed almost 5,000 guests aboard the MSC…
Travel Agents

Active Travel Group extends European footprint with Italian DMC acquisition

Kristin Mariano Jan 11, 2023
Active Travel Group, owner of luxury cycle holiday operators Cycling for Softies and BSpoke Tours has announced the acquisition of the cycling assets and goodwill of specialist adventure…
Attractions & Tours

Quiiky Tours launches ‘White Lotus’ Guided Tour in Sicily

Kanchan Nath Jan 4, 2023
Quiiky Tours – the first Italian-based LGBTQ+ tour specialist – is “riding high” with its new White Lotus tour that takes guests on a guided journey to many of the real-life settings from…
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways opens additional frequency to its direct flight schedule from Rome to New Delhi

Kanchan Nath Jan 4, 2023
ITA Airways, the Italian flag carrier has informed that as of December 30th, 2022, ITA Airways has opened the sales of an additional weekly frequency to its direct flight schedule from Rome…
Italy

Italy imposes mandatory COVID-19 tests for travellers from China

Kanchan Nath Jan 2, 2023
Three years after the first case of a person infected with Coronavirus was detected in China, Italy has imposed again entry restrictions on travellers from this country, in a bid to prevent…
Airlines and Aviation

Emirates and AC Milan extend partnership

Kanchan Nath Dec 21, 2022
Emirates and AC Milan have announced the extension of their long-standing partnership. Emirates will continue as Official Airline Partner and a Principal Partner of the Rossoneri in a…
Airports

Star Alliance Lounge at Rome’s Fiumicino Airport now open

Kanchan Nath Dec 16, 2022
Star Alliance, is now offering pay-per-use access to the Star Alliance lounge at Rome Fiumicino (FCO) airport.
Cruise

MSC Celebrates the Launch of its Newest Cruise Ship in New York

Joe Cusmano Dec 14, 2022
MSC Cruises has increased its emphasis on the New York and American cruise markets with the launch of its newest ship, the MSC Seascape. Founded 30 years ago, the cruise line has 21…
Eturbo News

Designing the MICE world of the future

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Dec 14, 2022 0
Italian excellence, representatives of international associations, and opinion leaders met to discuss the future of MICE. Designing the MICE world of the future
Airlines and Aviation

Milan Bergamo welcomes first direct connection to UAE

Kanchan Nath Dec 13, 2022
Milano Bergamo Airport witnessed the arrival of its first direct connection to the United Arab Emirateswith the launch of Air Arabia’s flight to Sharjah.
OTAs & Tour Operators

On the trail of Kentucky bourbon and the wines of Burgundy and Tuscany

Kristin Mariano Dec 9, 2022
With booking activity growing, Spirited Stories, the new brand from travel innovator DHARMA, is introducing three new small-group tours in Kentucky, Burgundy and Tuscany for 2023 as part…
Tourism

Italy: Shopping tourism could exceed 2mn tourists in 2023

Kanchan Nath Dec 7, 2022
The research and consulting company “Risposte Turismo” has revealed that in Bologna shopping Tourism – The Italian Forum is back after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic.
Eturbo News

Costa Cruises expands ‘Cruise & Golf’ program to UAE cruises

Harry Johnson Dec 5, 2022 0
Starting this winter, Costa Cruises’ “Cruise & Golf” program will be offered on Costa Toscana’s itineraries in the Arabian Gulf as well as on Costa…
Hotels

The St. Regis Venice brings in avant-garde botanical studio Mary Lennox to offer a lush festive intervention

Chris Head Nov 29, 2022
A tireless advocate for modernity, The St. Regis Venice has made a name for itself as a hub of contemporary art that celebrates the hotel’s gorgeous heritage bones while embracing innovation…
Eturbo News

Italy Tourism names Ivana Jelinic new CEO

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Nov 29, 2022 0
ENIT - Agenzia nazionale del turismo, known in English as the Italian Government Tourist Board – has named a new CEO. Italy Tourism names Ivana Jelinic new CEO
Cruise

MSC Cruises Takes Delivery Of New Fun-Filled MSC Seascape

Joe Cusmano Nov 24, 2022
MSC Cruises took delivery of its new fun-filled flagship, the breathtaking MSC Seascape – the largest cruise ship built in Italy – today. The ceremony was attended by Gianluigi Aponte,…
Eturbo News

MSC abandons negotiations to buy ITA Airways

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Nov 24, 2022 0
The lengthy negotiations for the privatization of ITA Airways opened yet another episode, which sees the departure of the MSC Cruises Group. MSC abandons negotiations to buy ITA Airways
Eturbo News

The St. Regis Venice appoints Giuseppe Ricci as Executive Chef

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Nov 18, 2022 0
Steeped in elegant dining tradition, chef will lead culinary programming & bring delicious new twists to iconic hotel's seasonal dishes. The St. Regis Venice appoints Giuseppe Ricci as…
Eturbo News

KAYAK adds over 200,000 new hotel rooms

editor Nov 16, 2022 0
KAYAK, travel search engine, and Impala are joining forces to add 200,000 hotel rooms from Impala’s hotel portfolio, available on KAYAK and its brands globally through its direct booking…
Luxury Travel

The most luxurious holiday destinations in the world for kids

Kristin Mariano Nov 11, 2022
When kids think of luxury holidays, they would trade in sun loungers for water slides and pina coladas for ice cream, looking for something more adventurous. Kids' happiness on holiday is…
Cruise

MSC Reveals The Name Of The Second World Class Cruise Ship

Joe Cusmano Nov 4, 2022
MSC World America will be the name given to the next ship, which will be deployed in North America. The new ship’s name is MSC World America, and the announcement reveals not only…
Cruise

Azamara Returns to Venice in 2023

Joe Cusmano Oct 28, 2022
Azamara has announced that the cruise company will return to Venice on April 3, 2023, as part of its 12-night The Best of the Med Voyage. Beginning next spring, the line’s four-ship…
Hotels

Rosewood Milan to open in 2025

Kanchan Nath Oct 27, 2022
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by real estate firm Gruppo Statuto to manage Rosewood Milan, which will open in 2025 in the heart of the city.
Italy

Greece: International arrivals surpassed pre-pandemic levels in September

Kanchan Nath Oct 12, 2022
The Greek authorities have said that international arrivals at country’s regional airports exceeded the pre-pandemic figures in September of this year.
Eturbo News

St. Regis Venice is Italy’s first hotel with electric boats charging post

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Oct 1, 2022 0
The historic property on the Grand Canal becomes more in step with modern times cementing its position as an avant-garde hospitality player. St. Regis Venice is Italy’s first hotel with…
Hotels

Six Senses Rome to open in early 2023 with 96 keys

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2022
As the brand’s first hotel to open in Italy, it will offer a green oasis amid the hustle and bustle of Via del Corso.
Airlines and Aviation

ITA Airways partners with FIGC

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2022
ITA Airways launched the agreement with the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) during a press conference held at the FIGC Federal Technical Centre in Coverciano.
Cruise

Costa Cruises Simplifies COVID-19 Protocols

Joe Cusmano Sep 22, 2022
According to a press statement, Costa Cruises is revising its health guidelines regarding COVID-19, making its cruises more accessible. The company has announced that as of the 8th of…
Hotels

Autumn experiences at COMO Castello Del Nero, Tuscany

Kristin Mariano Sep 9, 2022
COMO Castello Del Nero, the twelfth-century castello set within 740 acres amidst the rolling hills of the Chianti region, is extending its opening to 1st December, enabling guests to…
Hotels

Ai Weiwei’s White Chandelier debuts at The St. Regis Venice

Chris Head Sep 4, 2022
The functional artwork is skillfully illuminated thanks to Berengo Studio’s partnership with the creative Italian lighting company Luce5. An exclusive cocktail event at The St. Regis Venice…
Consumer

Why Venice, Italy should be on your travel list this fall & winter

Chris Head Aug 29, 2022
With its avant-garde outlook and design, The St. Regis Venice perfectly blends striking, modern interiors with its historic provenance as the best address in the city.
Tourism

Incredible India virtual roadshows go to Italy

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2022
Ministry of Tourism in India is organising a series of virtual roadshows in collaboration with Indian Missions abroad to reconnect and welcome back their partners
Airlines and Aviation

Non-stop Rome to Oz

Malcolm Ginsberg Jul 25, 2022
With its large ex-Italian population and shorter flight time to other possible European mainland destinations it was little surprising that Rome was chosen as the first non-stop first foray…
Eturbo News

European hotel real estate market expects 3.1 billion euro turnover

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Jul 20, 2022
Tourism is in full recovery in 2022 as witnessed by packed trains and planes and the hotel real estate sector which is also growing. European hotel real estate market expects 3.1 billion…

World’s most affordable luxury travel destinations

Harry Johnson Jul 14, 2022
From Michelin star dining to stylish spa breaks, new research reveals the most luxurious travel destinations - without the hefty price tag World’s most affordable luxury travel…

WorldHotels adds four new hotels in Europe

Harry Johnson Jul 11, 2022
The addition of these properties is part of company's effort to strategically expand its footprint in key destinations across the globe WorldHotels adds four new hotels in Europe
Tourism

Venice rolls out mandatory reservation and fee for day trippers from next year

Megha Paul Jul 4, 2022
Venice officials unveiled new rules for day-trippers, which go into effect on January 16, 2023
car rental

71% of Europeans will be traveling this summer

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022
The findings of 21st edition of the Holiday Barometer have been announced today. The survey was conducted among 15,000 people across 15 countries. The survey was taken between April 26 and…
Eturbo News

Computer glitch shuts down Swiss airspace

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022
Switzerland’s major airports in Zurich and Geneva were paralyzed today, halting all landings and takeoffs after the air traffic control service Skyguide grounded all flights early on…
Tourism

Over tourism tax on day visitors in Venice postponed until 2023

Megha Paul May 27, 2022
The city of Venice in Italy is postponing the introduction of a tourist entrance fee for day visitors until early 2023

Azamara Starts Summer With Mediterranean Cruises

Dmytro Makarov May 27, 2022
Azamara Starts Summer With Mediterranean Cruises - With Azamara Journey returning to sail today, the fleet’s four ships are all sailing the high seas Azamara, the upmarket cruise line and…
Tourism

EU gives EUR 698 million to boost Covid-hit Italian tourism companies

Megha Paul May 26, 2022
The European Commission has announced that it has approved an Italian scheme worth €698 million in order to support companies active in the tourism sector
Eturbo News

Ukraine is the Winner! It’s official!

Juergen T Steinmetz May 15, 2022
Ukraine is the Winner! It’s official! - The jury didn’t want it to happen, but The Eurovision Song Contest, sometimes abbreviated to ESC and often known simply as Eurovision…
Eturbo News

Russian aggression in Ukraine will hurt European tourism this summer

Harry Johnson May 10, 2022
Russian aggression in Ukraine will hurt European tourism this summer - With the EU banning Russian aircraft from operating in its airspace due to Russia’s brutal and unprovoked invasion of…
Eturbo News

A new Future for Global Aviation Saudi Arabia Style

Juergen T Steinmetz May 9, 2022
A new Future for Global Aviation Saudi Arabia Style - Saudi Arabia without any question was able to take a lead in the global travel and tourism industry during the COVID crisis. The…
Eturbo News

Air Transat and WestJet launch new transatlantic codeshare

Harry Johnson Apr 29, 2022
Air Transat and WestJet launch new transatlantic codeshare - Today, Air Transat and WestJet have launched a new transatlantic codeshare. WestJet’s “WS” code is now…

Rome Meeting the Challenges of Bringing Tourism Back to Life

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Apr 28, 2022
Rome Meeting the Challenges of Bringing Tourism Back to Life - Within a few months, perhaps even before the end of the year, Rome will have its Destination Management Organization (DMO).…

Visiting Venice: Soon Reservations and Payment Required

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Apr 28, 2022
Visiting Venice: Soon Reservations and Payment Required - By the summer of 2022, the city of Venice will implement a booking obligation rule for tourists who want to visit Venice. Then…
Tourism

UNWTO sets stage for Global Youth Tourism Summit in Italy

Megha Paul Apr 13, 2022
Organised by UNWTO in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Tourism and the Italian National Tourist Board, the Summit will see 100 young delegates network

COMO Castello Del Nero reopens with new rituals, retreats and cultural experiences

Kristin Mariano Mar 15, 2022
Following a seasonal closure, COMO Castello Del Nero will reopen on April 1st with new experiences rooted in holistic wellbeing and local culture.

Why Positano, Italy needs to be on your travel bucket list

Chris Head Mar 14, 2022
Few destinations continue to boast local charm and authenticity as Positano. This iconic little refuge on the Amalfi Coast of Italy is a delight for anyone looking to avoid large cities and…
Cruise

Norwegian’s Meet the Winemaker set to debut in Europe

Megha Paul Mar 7, 2022
The 2022 season of the Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL) Meet the Winemaker series is back by popular demand, with an exciting line-up scheduled for its sixth year

UNWTO announces maiden Global Youth Tourism Summit

Megha Paul Feb 21, 2022
Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Zurab Pololikashvili has joined the Minister of Tourism of Italy Massimo Garavaglia to officially launch the first Global Youth…

Discovery Princess sets April date for new sailings

Megha Paul Feb 2, 2022
The newest cruise offering in the Princess Cruises fleet, Discovery Princess was delivered during an official handover at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone in Italy

MSC And Lufthansa Offer To Buy ITA Airways

Joe Cusmano Feb 1, 2022
ITA Airways, the successor to Alitalia as Italy’s national carrier, has stated that MSC, a Swiss-Italian shipping corporation, and Lufthansa, have shown an interest in purchasing a…
Hospitality

Can You Be A Good Host? Airbnb Offers A Free Year In Sicily

Joe Cusmano Jan 26, 2022
Airbnb, the online short-term rental platform, is giving away a free one-year stay in a newly renovated property in Sicily’s small rural village of Sambuca.

ITA Airways Will Return To Use The Alitalia Brand: Wonder Why?

Joe Cusmano Jan 26, 2022
ITA Airways recently announced that it aims to reintroduce the Alitalia brand in its operations beginning in March of this year.
Global

New deal alert: Lufthansa to buy 40% stake in Alitalia’s successor ITA

Megha Paul Jan 25, 2022
Lufthansa, Germany’s largest airline, is set to buy a 40% stake in Alitalia's successor ITA Airways and a deal could be unveiled next week
Vaccination Updates

All that you need to know about Italy’s new COVID restrictions

Megha Paul Jan 20, 2022
Italy has introduced a new series of COVID-19-related restrictions for both citizens and travellers alike

New Airbnb offering: Live for a year in a restored ‘1 Euro’ Sicilian home

Megha Paul Jan 20, 2022
Airbnb is on the search for the ideal candidate to live rent-free for a year and host a decayed-turned-designer Italian heritage home
Tourism

One Day Tourists Will Soon Be Charged 5 Euros Per day In Venice

Joe Cusmano Jan 13, 2022
To alleviate the island’s overcrowding, lawmakers in Venice have adopted new measures to see the city levying a fee on visitors this summer.
Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Launches Direct Flights To Rome In 2022

Joe Cusmano Dec 16, 2021
Last September, Qantas announced a significant change to the non-stop Perth to London flight, suspending Australia’s only non-stop flights to the UK, citing Western Australia border…

Orient Express makes a grand return to Italy with La Dolce Vita train

Kristin Mariano Dec 14, 2021
More than 150 years ago, Georges Nagelmackers turned a dream into a reality when he launched the first luxury Orient Express train. Soon, Orient Express will head back on track to offer…
Reopening updates

5 destinations open for travel right now

Kristin Mariano Nov 10, 2021
As vaccination rates continue to go up, more destinations are reopening to tourists.

ITA replaces Alitalia in the SkyTeam Alliance

Joe Cusmano Nov 3, 2021
SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, has welcomed ITA Airways, Italy's new national carrier, to replace Alitalia.
Airlines and Aviation

Ex-Alitalia flight attendants protest status

Joe Cusmano Oct 27, 2021
Dozens of former flight attendants from the defunct Italian airline Alitalia wore only their underwear in a silent, staged protest in central Rome on Wednesday.

Italy launches new national airline ITA and marks end of Alitalia

Megha Paul Oct 20, 2021
Alitalia’s flight from Italy’s capital to Cagliari marked the final flight of this flag carrier, while from now on, the same will be replaced by Italia Trasporto Aereo (ITA)

Do you need a visa to visit Italy? we’ve got you covered with our visa policy

Chris Head Sep 20, 2021
If you’re not sure whether you need a visa for Italy or what the visa policy is for the county, we’ve got you covered. Take a few minutes to read the below and ensure that when it comes to…

In Italy, unvaccinated people cannot fly or take the train

Joe Cusmano Sep 16, 2021
Even amid less active coronavirus cases in Italy, the government has mandated vaccine passports, or “green passes,” for all domestic flights and trains, as well as universities.

Venice set to charge visitors for entry from next summer

Megha Paul Sep 8, 2021
The canal city of the world, Venice, is planning to charge visitors for access and set entrance quotas from the summer of 2022
Tourism

Venice set to charge tourists for entry

Joe Cusmano Aug 30, 2021
According to the Italian newspaper La Stampa, Venice plans to charge visitors for admission and set quotas beginning in the summer of 2022.
Air

Over 185 airlines to rebuild global air connectivity at World Routes this October

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2021
In less than eight weeks, the global aviation community will reunite at World Routes in Milan from 10-12 October
Airlines and Aviation

ITA-Alitalia charters an Airbus A330 to start operations

Joe Cusmano Aug 20, 2021
The first aircraft of Italia Trasporto Aereo to start operations is "Il Tintoretto", the Airbus A330 of over nine years provisionally borrowed from Alitalia to be used in test flights to…
Vaccination Updates

Italy and France first countries in EU to embrace virus passes

Joe Cusmano Aug 16, 2021
Last week, a new COVID-19 certification rule went into effect in Italy as part of the government's plan to rein in a summer surge in infections.
Airlines and Aviation

Successor to bankrupt Alitalia under attack by low-cost airlines

Joe Cusmano Jul 22, 2021
The successor to bankrupt Italian flag-carrier Alitalia faces an uphill battle to establish itself after low-cost rivals took advantage of the pandemic and a long restructuring process to…
Airlines and Aviation

Farewell Alitalia: ITA cleared for take-off

Joe Cusmano Jul 21, 2021
The new airline being created to replace the long financially ailing Alitalia will take off on Oct. 15 with its first flights, the Italian Economy Ministry announced Thursday.
Tourism

Roman holidays, ain’t no more! Holidays to Italy shown the red card by half of UK holidaymakers

Megha Paul Jul 20, 2021
53% of Brits would be unlikely to opt for Italy as a holiday destination after the Euro final heartbreak the Italian national team delivered on recently
Tourism

UNWTO sets stage for 1st Global Youth Tourism Summit in Italy

Megha Paul Jun 25, 2021
1st Global Youth Tourism Summit from 23-25 August 2021 in Sorrento in Italy will be the first of this kind at the global level aiming to promote youth engagement in the tourism sector and…
Airlines and Aviation

Alitalia newco to launch ops early 3Q21, plans asset tenders

Joe Cusmano Jun 8, 2021
ITA – Italia Trasporto Aereo, the newco Alitalia, must commence flight operations this summer, by June or July, Italy’s minister of economic development, Giancarlo Giorgetti, told the…
Air

flydubai resumes operations to Italy

Megha Paul Jun 8, 2021
flydubai is set to resume operations to Naples in Italy with three weekly flights to Naples International Airport (NAP) from 1 July
Tourism

G20 ministers welcome UNWTO guidelines for green transformation of tourism

Megha Paul May 6, 2021
UNWTO has served as tourism’s global voice as the Tourism Ministers of the G20 nations met to devise a way forward for an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable recovery for the sector
Reopening updates

Italy opens to international tourism within the EU

Joe Cusmano May 6, 2021
Italy is ready to welcome the world again, tourism will come back strong.
Tourism

G20 Tourism Ministerial meet: Clear rules and consistent protocol for mobility needed, says WTTC

Megha Paul May 5, 2021
WTTC said the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis has had a devastating impact on the travel and tourism and that clear rules and a protocol to restart international mobility will be crucial to…
Hotels

Four Seasons to open resort in southern Italy

Kristin Mariano Apr 28, 2021
Four Seasons to expand its presence in Italy with brand-new beachside project in the enchanting Mediterranean region of Puglia
Podcasts

Podcast: I’d Rather be in Radda

TellMeWhere2Go Apr 21, 2021
Cruise

Italy says no to big cruise ships in Venice…about time!

Joe Cusmano Apr 8, 2021
The Italian parliament has approved a ban on large cruise ships entering the historic centre of Venice.
Reopening updates

Where are holidaymakers going in 2021. Italy tops list

Megha Paul Mar 17, 2021
The most popular destination for holidaymakers hoping to get away this year is Italy
Reopening updates

Vaccine roll out encourages interest in barge cruising

Megha Paul Feb 18, 2021
The roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine worldwide is helping to restore confidence in travel and drive new bookings for 2021 and beyond

Is Italy Heading for a Third Lockdown?

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Dec 17, 2020
Italy’s latent risk of entering the third phase of the COVID-19 pandemic is reminiscent of a disoriented flock being misled by its shepherd and his dogs.

101-year-old Italian woman survived Spanish Flu, WWII, and COVID-19…three times

Harry S. Nov 30, 2020
101-year-old Italian grandma, who lived through the Spanish Flu and WWII, has tested positive for coronavirus and survived three times in one year.
Reopening updates

Italy unveils first ‘coronavirus-free’ flights between US and Europe

Megha Paul Nov 27, 2020
Scrapping the obligation for new arrivals to quarantine, Italy is offering Europe’s first ‘coronavirus-free’ flights to the US for passengers who have tested negative for Covid-19

Going green: Italy unveils EU-backed project to encourage sustainable tourism

Megha Paul Nov 26, 2020
EU Eco-Tandem Programme also aims to promote sustainable tourism by helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) become more innovative

These countries will pay you to travel

Kristin Mariano Oct 9, 2020
As a way to kickstart tourism, some countries are handing out incentives in terms of vouchers or discounts to encourage people to travel.

All roads lead to Bergamo: How Omio has adopted a village to help reboot Italy’s tourism

Megha Paul Sep 14, 2020
Omio has launched a new campaign to support tourism in one of the hardest COVID-hit European travel destinations, Bergamo, in northern Italy

Alitalia abandons all flights from and to Milan

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Sep 14, 2020
Alitalia discontinued all flights from Malpensa, the international airport in Milan. Alitalia will no longer fly from Milan due to the collapse in demand linked to the global COVID-19 health…

Heat up, prices down: Eurowings unveils unique weather campaign with temperature discount

Megha Paul Sep 10, 2020
The airline is defying the crisis in air travel with new services, entertaining campaigns and attractive offers

UNWTO’s first official post-pandemic trip to Italy to kickstart steady restart of tourism

Megha Paul Jul 2, 2020
Against the backdrop of the re-opening of borders across Europe, a high-level delegation from the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has arrived in Italy to begin a first official…

Alitalia offerings: Over 1,000 weekly flights to 37 destinations in July

Megha Paul Jun 15, 2020
Alitalia to operate over 1,000 weekly flights to 37 destinations in July

Rocco Forte Hotels announces first hotel reopening post lockdown

Megha Paul Jun 4, 2020
Rocco Forte Hotels has announced the reopening of number of hotels and resorts in Italy and Germany this month. Rocco Forte House, Rome reopened on 2 June. It will be followed by Hotel…
Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways flights to Venice, Dublin, Milan and Rome

Kristin Mariano Jun 4, 2020
Qatar Airways has announced that the airline will be resuming its flights to Venice, Italy starting from 15 July 2020.

Paragon joins ‘Buy one, Give one’ campaign to help jumpstart travel and thank healthcare workers

Megha Paul May 8, 2020
To help jumpstart leisure travel, Paragon 700 Boutique Hotel & Spa in Puglia, Italy, has united with other members of the hospitality industry to participate in Buy One, Give One, a…

10 destinations where Brits want to go post lockdown

Kristin Mariano May 7, 2020
Coronavirus may have halted the nation’s short-term travel plans, but it hasn’t stopped British holidaymakers dreaming of the destinations they’ll visit as soon as the lockdown is lifted.

10 movies to satisfy your thirst for travel during home quarantine

Kristin Mariano Apr 3, 2020
Here are 10 movies you can binge on during quarantine that will tour you around the world on your couch.
Airlines and Aviation

Eurowings drastically reworks service schedule

Alastair Newport Apr 1, 2020
Due to the far-reaching impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the resulting drop in bookings and extensive border restrictions, Eurowings has adjusted its flight schedule. The flight…

More countries go into lockdown due to COVID-19

Kristin Mariano Mar 16, 2020
After the World Health Organisation announced COVID-19 as a pandemic and cases rise to an unstoppable rate, more countries go into lockdown.

Italy’s lockdown: 7 rules every citizen must follow

Kristin Mariano Mar 11, 2020
Italy's lockdown started on Tuesday following the rapid increase of patients and deaths from the coronavirus.
Associations

IGLTA cancels global convention for May 2020

Megha Paul Mar 10, 2020
The International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) announced the postponement of its annual global convention due to the current threat with the COVID-19 Coronavirus. The…
Cruise

Penélope Cruz stars as godmother at naming ceremony for Costa Smeralda

Megha Paul Feb 26, 2020
Special celebrations were held in Savona for the naming ceremony of Costa Smeralda, Costa Cruises’ sensational new flagship, powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG). The…

5 reasons why Air Italy went bankrupt

Kristin Mariano Feb 13, 2020
Below are the five reasons for the demise of Air Italy.
Airlines and Aviation

Air Italy bankruptcy: Airline suspends operations

Kristin Mariano Feb 12, 2020
Italy’s second-biggest airline Air Italy has suspended operations yesterday after its owners decided to liquidate the company.

BCD Travel acquires Milan partner to grow events biz

Megha Paul Feb 5, 2020
Leading global travel management company BCD Travel has acquired the business travel and meetings and events activities of its long-time Milan-based partner in Italy, Ventura Spa. The…
Cruise

False alarm: 7,000 people on Costa Smeralda relieved after suspected passenger doesn’t have coronavirus

Kristin Mariano Feb 1, 2020
Italy health officials have confirmed that the Chinese couple that caused a massive quarantine of everyone on board the Costa Smeralda do not have the feared coronavirus.
Tourism

These 5 countries are the most pet-friendly

Kristin Mariano Jan 31, 2020
Taxi2airport.com had a look at Booking.com for the number of accommodations that allows people to bring their pets along, for all the countries in Europe.

Mandarin Oriental, Milan launches Dine & Design

Megha Paul Jan 27, 2020
Mandarin Oriental, Milan has launched a luxury accommodation package for guests wanting to immerse themselves in the whimsical world of Fornasetti. By booking the Dine & Design by…

Reuben Brothers check in at La Residence in Mykonos

Megha Paul Jan 23, 2020
The Reuben Brothers have acquired La Residence hotel in Kalafatis Bay, Mykonos in Greece, a 30-room luxury boutique hotel as part of their continued strategy of investing in premium…

W Hotels introduces new amenities brand

Megha Paul Jan 23, 2020
W Hotels has announced its collaboration with Italy-based, eco-conscious skin and haircare name The Davines Group for a brand-wide partnership. The Marriott brand will incorporate its…

Italy’s Pejo 3000 becomes first plastic-free ski resort in Europe

Megha Paul Jan 14, 2020
Trentino, the region of Northern Italy that stretches from the northern shores of Lake Garda up into the Dolomites mountains, has become home to the world’s first-ever plastic-free ski…
Tourism

Mobile biometrics visa service for Italy in India unveiled

Megha Paul Jan 1, 2020
VFS Global has launched the mobile biometrics (Visa at your doorstep) service for Italian visa customers across India, enabling them to submit applications, documents and enrol…
Features

No need to fly to space for these five Star Wars filming locations

Kristin Mariano Dec 24, 2019
If you are a big fan of the Star Wars saga and want to feel The Force after watching the latest movie The Rise of Skywalker, then keep the obsession going by holidaying at locations featured…
Features

Where are Brits flying to this Christmas?

Kristin Mariano Dec 23, 2019
As Christmas is just a few days away, people are packing their bags gearing for the holidays. Peer-to-peer travel money provider WeSwap has commissioned research from its 500,000-strong…
Hospitality

Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 showcases Thai hospitality to Italian agents

Megha Paul Oct 30, 2019
Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 recently welcomed a group of travel agents and tour operators. The group was a part of TAT mega familiarisation (FAM) trip 2019, led by Tourism Authority…

Milan Bergamo sees 10% growth

Megha Paul Oct 30, 2019
Milan Bergamo is set to offer 10% more seats this coming season than in the previous winter. Launching four brand-new routes, in addition to 13 routes which commenced during 2019, the…
Air

Alitalia to launch group booking platform in India

Megha Paul Oct 25, 2019
Alitalia recently launched its B2B community platform, called ‘Alitalia Connect’, in Italy to offer personalised relationship between Alitalia and its B2B customers like travel agencies…

Tencent collaborates with YESMILANO to boost Milan tourism from China

Megha Paul Oct 18, 2019
Tencent, a leading provider of internet value added services in China, has announced its collaboration with YESMILANO, the official promotional agency of Milan, to launch a WeChat…

Venice to introduce day-tripper tax

Megha Paul Oct 14, 2019
Authorities in the Italian canal city of Venice say a tax on day-trippers will start being charged from 1 July next year. The tax was announced nearly a year ago but its implementation…

Forte Village signs Oppidan Education partnership

Megha Paul Oct 11, 2019
Following a trial in August, Forte Village Resort has announced a new collaboration with Oppidan Education, the UK-based mentoring service for children aged 7-18. The resort located in…

Hot hotel openings: Re-interpreting history through a modern lens

Tian Tolentino Oct 11, 2019
This week on our platter of hot hotel openings, we’re serving you the freshest properties from St Regis, Pullman, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and more.

A more competitive air transport industry could generate 200,000 more jobs in Italy: IATA

Megha Paul Oct 11, 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released a new study showing that a more competitive air transport sector in Italy could generate nearly EUR 20 billion (USD 22.03…
Tourism

Myanmar expands visa-on-arrival list

Megha Paul Oct 8, 2019
Myanmar has added more countries to its visa-on-arrival list to make it easier for tourists to visit the country as it raises its tourism appeal worldwide. Effective from October,…

New collection of accessible Rome tours launched

Megha Paul Oct 1, 2019
Roma Experience has launched a collection of new accessible Rome tours available to anyone with unique access requirements. These exclusive tours explore the Colosseum and Vatican City,…
Air

Malta, Belgrade and Florence now on Eurowings platter

Megha Paul Sep 18, 2019
Eurowings has added new destinations from Stuttgart to its summer flight schedule 2020. Starting from 1 June 2020, the airline will fly twice a week, on Fridays and Mondays, to the…
Tourism

Parkvia stays on track with Italo for third year

Megha Paul Sep 17, 2019
European-based online parking reservation leader ParkVia has renewed its contract with Italian high-speed rail network, Italo, for a third consecutive year following consistent booking…

Hot hotel openings: Okinawa’s new beach-front paradise and more

Tian Tolentino Aug 16, 2019
In this week's list of hot hotel openings, we're seeing enviable properties — from the picturesque island of Okinawa to the bustling fashion district of Milan.

10 most Insta-worthy wedding locations

Kristin Mariano Aug 13, 2019
Your wedding is once-in-a-lifetime and must be extra special. The food, ceremony, and location must be perfect.

Ctrip bats for Sicily in China

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019
Ctrip has announced a strategic partnership with Sicily that promises to bring a bigger share of the world’s largest outbound tourism market to the Mediterranean island. Tourism is a…
Air

Alitalia back to Milan Bergamo after eight-year hiatus

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019
Milan Bergamo Airport (SACBO) marked the celebration of the return of Italian flag carrier Alitalia to its carrier roll call, as well as the addition of Rome Fiumicino to the airport’s…
Tourism

Which wonder of the world is most popular on social media?

Kristin Mariano Jul 31, 2019
Throughout the years, there have been several lists of World Wonders that were compiled from ancient monuments to wonders of the present day.
Travel Tech

Smooth ride: Avis launches ‘pay per kilometre’ brand in Italy

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2019
Car rental company Avis Budget Group has launched a new, pay per kilometre, mobility brand in Italy called Smile Rent. The low-cost, 100% self-serve brand is the latest addition to the…
Air

flydubai’s inaugural flight lands in Naples

Megha Paul Jul 19, 2019
flydubai has unveiled its inaugural service to Naples (NAP) and has become the first national carrier for the UAE to offer direct flights from Dubai. With up to five flights a week,…
Airlines and Aviation

Milan Bergamo sees significant growth in 2019

Megha Paul Jul 16, 2019
With over 6.4 million paqssengers having already passed through the doors of Milan Bergamo Airport (SACBO) this year, a 5% year-on-year increase, 2019 seems set to beat 2018 as the most…
Air

When Italian meets Thai: Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 showcases special culinary dish

Megha Paul Jul 12, 2019
Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 announced a culinary collaboration with Chef Simone Finetti. Ranked as the eighth finalist in the famous TV show Master Chef Italia edition 4, Chef Simone…
Air

Record 12.5-million passenger traffic at Milan airport

Megha Paul Jul 10, 2019
Good times are ringing in for Milan as its airport shows a record increase in passenger traffic. Traffic records continue to rise at Società Esercizi Aeroportuali’s (SEA) Milan Malpensa…
Air

Milan Bergamo becomes pivotal player during Milan Linate downtime

Megha Paul Jul 9, 2019
As Milan Linate Airport prepares for temporary closure during the upcoming peak summer season, Italy’s third-busiest airport, Milan Bergamo or SACBO, is in prime position to provide…
Hospitality

Europe’s first Lego waterpark coming to Italy’s Gardaland

Megha Paul Jul 9, 2019
The first Legoland Water Park in Europe will be built inside Italy’s Gardaland Resort and it will also be the first in the world inside a theme Park not Legoland branded. This was…
Family & Group Travel

Best destinations for multi-gen family travel

Kristin Mariano Jul 4, 2019
Pettitts Travel created the 3G Family Travel Index to find the best destinations for all generations, from young children to grandparents looking to recapture their youth.
Tourism

Celebrate 500 years of Da Vinci by following in his famous footsteps

Megha Paul Jul 1, 2019
Widely regarded as one of the greatest minds in the history of the human race, Leonardo da Vinci not only created sketches for machines that were centuries ahead of his time but he also…
Startups

Spiderman-inspired Euro trip by Klook

Kristin Mariano Jun 28, 2019
Inspired by the latest Spiderman movie, Klook highlights the best of London, Venice and Prague retracing the footsteps of Peter Parker.
Cruise

Costa Cruise unveils first-ever LNG cruise ship

Megha Paul Jun 26, 2019
Costa Cruises, will be awaiting the arrival of Costa Smeralda in October 2019, the first Costa ship to be fuelled, both at port and while at sea by liquefied natural gas (LNG), the…
Tourism

Brits pay the most traffic tickets in Italy

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2019
According to data collected by PayTicket, British tourists receive the highest of traffic tickets in Italy and the Netherlands. The report revealed that 88% of traffic tickets are issued…
Airlines and Aviation

Etihad introduces Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner to Rome

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2019
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is now flying its newest aircraft type, the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, on daily services to Rome. The introduction of the new service,…
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