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Rome is the capital city and most populated comune of Italy, and one of the most-visited places on the planet.
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Europe set a new tourism record last year, with international visitors surpassing pre-pandemic levels. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization, 742 million travelers visited Europe in 2024—5% more than in...
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There is a lot written about the transformative benefits of solo travel. An expectation of self-improvement, of finding your edge, of something profoundly soul-sharpening happening on a journey that will insulate against...
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Table of Contents Oh, how I would give anything to be sitting in an Italian café, sipping an Aperol Spritz under the warm Mediterranean sun. Italy is a magical place. From its...
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It may still feel like winter at home, but March finds wildflowers blooming and festivals of all sorts happening around the globe. Here’s a round-up of destinations that are at their prime...
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February is a prime time for many spots in the tropics and the Southern Hemisphere. Below are some of your smartest February trip options. Click the black buttons below to connect with a...
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With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, Aer Lingus is offering travelers the chance to experience Ireland at significantly reduced fares. The Irish flag carrier has announced new fare deals, including roundtrip flights between...
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Older than Rome, Ascoli Piceno is an unforgettable, splendidly decorated hidden gem of Italy. Built entirely of carved travertine and punctuated by 50 towers, it is an architectural inspiration. Located between the...
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“Leaving the U.S. was a difficult decision since I’ve spent most of my life there, but I knew it was time to start a new chapter,” said Dori, an American expat living...
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In the era of over tourism, it can sometimes feel like there are vanishingly few places left to explore which haven't already seen more than their fair share of footfall over the...
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Travel I moved to Italy after grinding in tech jobs at Google and TikTok. I'm now living my dream life. Essay by Sema Karaman 2025-02-19T11:11:01Z Share icon Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn...
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The wide array of places that are great in January may surprise you. If that’s your time frame for a trip, take inspiration from your fellow travelers’ reviews of their favorite January...
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Travelers with Chase Ultimate Rewards points from cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card or the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, pay close attention: Time is running out on a big transfer bonus worth...
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If you’ve caught the Olympic spirit early and fancy a trip to Milan in 2026, what will it cost you? We planned a trip for curiosity’s sake. And were pleasantly surprised with...
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Tucked up against the borders of Austria and Slovenia, Friuli Venezia Giulia is not only one of Italy’s hardest-to-pronounce regions, but one of its least-visited.Far removed from the crowds that throng Florence,...
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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to LinkedinWhat are the best digital nomad destinations in the world? A new report has the answers. Dojo, the UK-based payment provider, has just released its report...
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This year is already shaping up to be another momentous one for international travel, likely even to break the records set in 2024. While Western Europe is still incredibly popular—especially so now,...
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First came the coronavirus pandemic. Then came so-called "revenge travel." Now, it seems like the mad dash to Europe is an annual phenomenon that's here to stay.And not just during the peak...
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Imagine a magical place where: there are ancient temples older than Stonehenge and the Pyramids; in fact, they’re the oldest freestanding structures in the world. there are Blue Grottoes and a Crystal...
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It comes four times a century, bringing crowds and chaos but also faith and beauty. In Rome, 2025 is the year of the Vatican Jubilee. For Catholics that means it’s a holy...
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Allison TibaldiMay 17, 2025 at 6:18 AMAlthough I've spent a lot of time in Italy, I only recently went to Sicily for the first time. Allison TibaldiI've lived in Italy and explored...
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