Off to Rome? You don’t need to speak italian, but it sure is fun if you can communicate with locals in italian! It’s just so much more satisfying - and a simple “grazie” or “ciao” goes a long way. Language apps like duolingo have become extremely popular due to their ease of use. For beginners, [...]
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You could be forgiven for thinking that there are no trees in Rome. If you imagine the eternal city, you’ll probably conjure up images of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, bustling streets and roadside cafes. We’re pretty sure that you won’t be thinking much about trees! But you’d be wrong to think that Rome [...]
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There is actually no official national animal of Italy. But, there is one that Italians from the north to the south would identify as their symbolic animal. Introducing the Grey Wolf, also known as the Apennine Wolf. Found in the northern mountain ranges of Italy, and also in neighbouring Switzerland, this animal has become the [...]
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Rome wakes up from it’s post Christmas slumber with a series of Rome New Year's Eve events! Tourists and locals alike can join together to celebrate the New Year in Rome. We’ve put together this handy guide to help you plan just which events you want to attend. Let’s explore this magical time together. New [...]
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Spending Christmas in Rome might be one of the best decisions ever. Rome is always a fascinating place to visit, but Christmas is absolutely magical. With the city lit up with twinkling lights, shopping underway and excitement on everyone’s faces, you will be lucky to be part of it. Let’s discover all there is to [...]
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A trip to Rome is a dream for many. But on top of planning your logistics, hotels and sightseeing activities you will need to be sure to bring the right gear! Let’s explore what to wear for the weather in Rome in July, December and all the possibilities in between! Important to Know about Rome [...]
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The days surrounding the weekend of Easter have a special place in the hearts of Rome’s citizens. Of course, the presence of the nearby Vatican City makes the experience even more special. Known as Holy Week, the celebrations kick off the Sunday before Easter in Rome on Palm Sunday and continue through to Easter Monday. [...]
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Visiting the Vatican City is a dream for many. Walking the corridors of the Vatican Museums, catching finally that glimpse of the Sistine Chapel. Maybe you’ll even see the Pope! For many visitors, the Vatican is a holy place, and it is true that there are some areas of the city state that have special [...]
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We don’t know about you, but travelling to another country and losing your data can feel like a nightmare! Cut off from your emails, social media and other communication. Unable to check when the trains are running. Can’t locate yourself on map. For some, this is a welcome break from modern communication. For others, it [...]
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Heading to this wonderful country? You will likely want to know if, and when, you should be leaving tips in Italy. Every country is different! For example, when travelling to the USA you always need to factor in a lot of money for tipping – up to 20%! Others do not expect tips - or [...]
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