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Tipping in Italy
Understanding Tipping Etiquette in Italy: A Guide for Travelers Tipping in Italy: What You Need to Know Navigating the norms of tipping can be a challenge for travelers, especially when visiting from countries where gratuity practices differ. In Italy, tipping is not as customary as in […]
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Italian Citizenship for Americans with Italian Ancestry
Ever thought about an Italian Dual Citizenship? Want to honour your Italian heritage with a Dual Citizenship? Here we have some helpful hints to get you started. Why apply for a dual citizenship? It is a great way to connect with your Italian roots, a dual […]
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Carnevale
In Italy February is the month of carnival. What is Carnevale in Italy? Carnevale is the last celebration before the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Traditonally, Lent is the time before Easter when people deprive themselves of something that they enjoy. The idea is to […]
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The nativity scenes are a tradition in Italy. Presepio, as they are called, was believed to have been the idea of St Francis of Assisi in 1223. Presepio means crib or manger. It is said that he built a replica of the manger scene to help […]
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WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO?… Rome In winter, Rome is quieter but no less beautiful. With fewer crowds, explore the city at a more relaxed pace, especially the Vatican and Colosseum. Please do check timetables, as in the winter the Colosseum closes early due to the dark. After […]
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The Feast of St Cecilia
On 22nd November, Roman Catholics celebrate the Feast of St Cecilia, the Patron Saint of Music. St Cecilia is honoured in different ways, but one of the most interesting activities is the festival which takes place every year at the church of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, […]
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