Venice
Cortina d’Ampezzo: Italy’s stylish gateway to the Dolomites (and how to enjoy it)
Cortina d’Ampezzo is a mountain town that feels polished without feeling fake. Come for the big Dolomite scenery and the skiing, stay for the cafés, the slow lunches, and that very Italian talent for making winter feel warm.
Venice entry fee 2026: the exact dates (and how to avoid last-minute stress)
Venice is bringing back its day-tripper entry fee in 2026, with more chargeable dates and clearer checks. If you are visiting between early April and late July, a quick bit of prep can save you time, money, and stress at the station or vaporetto stop.
Standing in front of the Trevi Fountain will soon cost €2, here’s what that really changes
From February, visitors who want to stand right in front of the Trevi Fountain will need to pay a small entrance fee. A practical decision that reshapes how one of Rome’s busiest landmarks is experienced.
Around the world in colors: 5 carnivals you’ll never forget
Every year, a handful of cities reinvent the meaning of joy. From Rio’s feverish nights to Venice’s graceful masks, these carnivals prove that celebration is more than spectacle; it’s a way of feeling alive.