The Day of the Dead in Italy: Faith, Facts and Traditions November 1st & 2nd in Italy: Honoring Loved Ones with Tutti i Santi and Il Giorno dei Morti In Italy, November begins with a deeply moving and somber celebration of life and memory. The […]
Read MoreMarch 17th: A Tale of Two Celebrations While March 17th is globally recognized for the green hues of St. Patrick’s Day, a celebration of Irish culture and heritage, Italy embraces this day with a profound sense of national pride. On this day in 1861, the Kingdom […]
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Mario’s Guide to Dining in Rome: A Personal Culinary Journey Welcome to my curated selection of Roman eateries where I’ve had the pleasure of dining over the years. These establishments are not just places I stumbled upon; they are culinary havens where I’ve repeatedly enjoyed […]
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Rediscovering Rome’s Ancient Glory: The Reopening of Parco Archeologico del Celio and Museo della Forma Urbis Yesterday (Jan 19th 2024), I embarked on a journey to uncover another hidden jewel of Rome. This city, so rich in history, finally reopened the gates of the Parco Archeologico […]
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Celebrating La Befana: Italy’s Enchanting Epiphany Tradition With the arrival of January 6th, Italy revels in the vibrant and time-honored tradition of La Befana. This unique Epiphany celebration, rich in folklore and joy, captivates both locals and visitors alike. Today, we invite you to delve into […]
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Travel to Italy and Europe in 2024 with The Grand Tour Europe by Mario Bernardi Embark on a Journey of Elegance and Discovery in 2024 with The Grand Tour Europe As we usher in 2024, The Grand Tour Europe invites you to experience travel like […]
Read MoreSATURDAY 19th of March is Saint Joseph’s day in Italy, which is also the day when Father’s Day is celebrated! On this day there are special pasties made called “Zeppole di San Giuseppe” fried or backed small pastries filled with custard and topped with a cherry! But this week also […]
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Special Series TUTTO CARAVAGGIO 5 VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES ABOUT CARAVAGGIO VOL I MICHELANGELO MERISI FROM MILAN TO ROME Caravaggio’s origins are shrouded in some mystery as very little information is available regarding is early years, and his presumed travels before arriving in Rome at the […]
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It’s time to book your Italian holiday! After over a year of travel bans and lockdowns Italy’s Prime Minister MARIO DRAGHI has finally announced a plan to reopen the Belpaese to international tourism! YAY! Italy is ready to welcome back the world, Premier Mario […]
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Every half-day and a full-day private guided tour can be purchased also as a Gift Card. Guided Tours Gift Cards are a great way to tell someone that you care about them by gifting not an object, but an unforgettable experience. If the Tour is a […]
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