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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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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This crazy city is not for the faint-hearted driver! Multiple lanes of criss crossing traffic, beeping horns and not to mention crazy daredevil moped riders ensure for a hair-raising experience! However, if you must drive in all this bedlam, you will discover another problem – parking in Rome! Parking in Rome is a pain in [...]
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We get asked this question a lot - just how much money do I need for my trip to Rome?! Well, our answer usually is ambiguous - it depends! Are you a budget traveller? Do you save up for a trip to give yourself a medium budget, enough to enjoy more than the standard sights? [...]
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Life in Rome as a Digital Nomad can be many things. Expensive. Overwhelming Frustrating. HOT! However, there is so much advantage and beauty to living away from the rat race and exploring this beautiful city at your own pace. The fact that Rome is a global city means you do have the chance to seek [...]
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Rome is one of the most visited cities in the world for many reasons. There are the architecture and history of ancient Rome, the Italian flair and food, and the art – to mention but a few facts about Rome. Because of the thousands of tourists flocking to Rome’s attractions at any given time, it’s [...]
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