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November 13, 2009, 11:49 AM
A new exhibit sheds light on Italy's design reputation, plus the raved-about MAXXI museum opens for a two-day preview.
A new exhibit sheds light on Italy's design reputation, plus the raved-about MAXXI museum opens for a two-day preview.
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November 11, 2009, 2:58 PM
Gondolas will escort a coffin through Venice's famed canals this Saturday in a symbolic funeral organized to highlight the disastrously shrinking population.
Gondolas will escort a coffin through Venice's famed canals this Saturday in a symbolic funeral organized to highlight the disastrously shrinking population.
November 6, 2009, 11:06 AM
The winner, from central Illinois, was on a mother/daughter trip in Venice when the shot was taken. The prize is an air/6-night all-inclusive package for two at a Caribbean resort.
The winner, from central Illinois, was on a mother/daughter trip in Venice when the shot was taken. The prize is an air/6-night all-inclusive package for two at a Caribbean resort.
October 23, 2009, 3:44 PM
Former petty criminals have been stationed around Naples to steer tourists clear of danger. But will the successful pilot program get the necessary funding to continue?
Former petty criminals have been stationed around Naples to steer tourists clear of danger. But will the successful pilot program get the necessary funding to continue?
October 15, 2009, 5:17 PM
Good news! The crowded area around the Duomo and the Baptistry is becoming the exclusive turf of pedestrians.
Good news! The crowded area around the Duomo and the Baptistry is becoming the exclusive turf of pedestrians.
August 19, 2009, 4:01 PM
We've added brand-new pages on Rome and need your help to build them.
We've added brand-new pages on Rome and need your help to build them.
August 19, 2009, 2:09 PM
Late-night hours at the Vatican, Capitoline Museums, and others during weekends in September and October.
Late-night hours at the Vatican, Capitoline Museums, and others during weekends in September and October.
August 7, 2009, 12:59 PM
The annual summer exodus from Rome is underway, but this time, city officials are hard at work to lure tourists.
The annual summer exodus from Rome is underway, but this time, city officials are hard at work to lure tourists.
July 17, 2009, 4:44 PM
We sent photoblogger Jessica Stewart out to capture Rome's growing street scene: stencils, chalk drawings, graffiti, even break-dancing.
We sent photoblogger Jessica Stewart out to capture Rome's growing street scene: stencils, chalk drawings, graffiti, even break-dancing.
July 17, 2009, 11:34 AM
Stopping at the local bar for an espresso comes naturally to Romans. But this quick ritual can be intimidating for visitors. Watch our video for tips on caffeinating properly.
Stopping at the local bar for an espresso comes naturally to Romans. But this quick ritual can be intimidating for visitors. Watch our video for tips on caffeinating properly.
July 6, 2009, 2:39 PM
We pored over hundreds of your Italy submissions to pick these 20 outstanding shots.
We pored over hundreds of your Italy submissions to pick these 20 outstanding shots.
June 24, 2009, 11:11 AM
Try Santa Maria Novella, which still has its glorious art in its intended, original settings—unlike the Duomo.
Try Santa Maria Novella, which still has its glorious art in its intended, original settings—unlike the Duomo.
June 19, 2009, 5:35 PM
Spend a summer night touring the illuminated Colosseum.
Spend a summer night touring the illuminated Colosseum.
June 16, 2009, 2:56 PM
Washington Post videographer Alexandra Garcia traveled to Venice and covered the 53rd International Art Exhibition. See 360 degree panoramic photographs that take you to the scene.
Washington Post videographer Alexandra Garcia traveled to Venice and covered the 53rd International Art Exhibition. See 360 degree panoramic photographs that take you to the scene.
June 9, 2009, 4:04 PM
Browsing for authentic Italian goods just got easier thanks to a revamped bilingual website.
Browsing for authentic Italian goods just got easier thanks to a revamped bilingual website.
May 13, 2009, 10:10 AM
The movie, opening this weekend, has inspired tours to important sites in the ancient city.
The movie, opening this weekend, has inspired tours to important sites in the ancient city.
May 6, 2009, 2:18 PM
This Sunday, the Vatican Museums will donate admission fees to the roughly 65,000 families left homeless.
This Sunday, the Vatican Museums will donate admission fees to the roughly 65,000 families left homeless.
April 27, 2009, 5:35 PM
Channel your inner Indiana Jones at the interactive Museo Archeologico Virtuale, whose multimedia installations bring Pompeii and Herculaneum back to life.
Channel your inner Indiana Jones at the interactive Museo Archeologico Virtuale, whose multimedia installations bring Pompeii and Herculaneum back to life.
April 3, 2009, 1:20 PM
I'm eager to respond to the comments you posted before I left—starting with food.
I'm eager to respond to the comments you posted before I left—starting with food.
March 13, 2009, 5:55 PM
I'm off to Rome in a week. Anything you'd like to know? Ask now!
I'm off to Rome in a week. Anything you'd like to know? Ask now!
January 20, 2009, 3:24 PM
Rome’s deputy mayor believes 2009 will be "the year of the Colosseum." The city plans to host mock gladiator fights and is revamping several ancient sites.
Rome’s deputy mayor believes 2009 will be "the year of the Colosseum." The city plans to host mock gladiator fights and is revamping several ancient sites.
January 8, 2009, 2:34 PM
A week in Tuscany studying art, architecture, or cooking, including lodging at a fancy villa, meals, and art museum admissions, for about $330 a day.
A week in Tuscany studying art, architecture, or cooking, including lodging at a fancy villa, meals, and art museum admissions, for about $330 a day.
December 12, 2008, 4:48 PM
Rescue teams set out on rafts and Romans prepared for the swollen Tiber River to overflow after days of severe weather throughout Italy.
Rescue teams set out on rafts and Romans prepared for the swollen Tiber River to overflow after days of severe weather throughout Italy.
November 20, 2008, 10:40 AM
A cheat sheet of words to know for your next gelateria or pizzeria stop, plus our handy Italy Menu Decoder.
A cheat sheet of words to know for your next gelateria or pizzeria stop, plus our handy Italy Menu Decoder.
October 22, 2008, 3:10 PM
Book by deadline is November 15 (and you have to pay in full by then, too) on travel through Oct. 31, 2009.
Book by deadline is November 15 (and you have to pay in full by then, too) on travel through Oct. 31, 2009.
October 14, 2008, 4:35 PM
The city has been busy making the center of town immaculate.
The city has been busy making the center of town immaculate.
September 29, 2008, 10:37 AM
Why renting a hybrid car costs so much more, and other recent travel stories worth reading.
Why renting a hybrid car costs so much more, and other recent travel stories worth reading.
September 25, 2008, 2:30 PM
Some online resources can help you live like a local--and avoid trouble at the grocery store!
Some online resources can help you live like a local--and avoid trouble at the grocery store!
August 15, 2008, 9:57 AM
Rome won't be faked in a day.
Rome won't be faked in a day.
August 12, 2008, 12:51 PM
Reid Bramblett has written several major guidebooks on Italy. Here are some of his booking tips.
Reid Bramblett has written several major guidebooks on Italy. Here are some of his booking tips.
August 1, 2008, 1:52 PM
The ancient city of Pompeii faces modern threats. A key one for budget travelers: Fake tour guides. We offer tips for finding a good guide and how to have a good visit to the precious site.
The ancient city of Pompeii faces modern threats. A key one for budget travelers: Fake tour guides. We offer tips for finding a good guide and how to have a good visit to the precious site.
July 17, 2008, 1:10 PM
Rome has instituted a ban on eating near major tourist sights, which stays in effect through October. Fines are about $80.
Rome has instituted a ban on eating near major tourist sights, which stays in effect through October. Fines are about $80.
June 19, 2008, 9:15 AM
Forget Craigslist and Venere for apartments in Italy. Look instead at Cross-Pollinate.com, convents (yes, convents!), and farm vacations. Our Rome guest blogger has the lowdown.
Forget Craigslist and Venere for apartments in Italy. Look instead at Cross-Pollinate.com, convents (yes, convents!), and farm vacations. Our Rome guest blogger has the lowdown.
June 13, 2008, 1:03 PM
Up and down the peninsula, aperitivi hour usually begins after 6 pm. Try local drinks, such as prosecco, spritz (Aperol or Campari and wine), and, of course, wine.
Up and down the peninsula, aperitivi hour usually begins after 6 pm. Try local drinks, such as prosecco, spritz (Aperol or Campari and wine), and, of course, wine.
June 13, 2008, 11:28 AM
Perhaps one of the most lovely, traditional, and affordable Italian daytime activities is, literally, a walk in the park. Our Rome-based blogger lists her favorites.
Perhaps one of the most lovely, traditional, and affordable Italian daytime activities is, literally, a walk in the park. Our Rome-based blogger lists her favorites.
June 5, 2008, 11:12 AM
Advice on what you should avoid (subways in Rome), what you should prepare for (a lack of air conditioning), and what are the most scenic routes (such as cable cars and water taxis).
Advice on what you should avoid (subways in Rome), what you should prepare for (a lack of air conditioning), and what are the most scenic routes (such as cable cars and water taxis).
May 27, 2008, 10:43 AM
The City of Rome sells three types of city cards that offer free and discounted entry into museums, sites and events--plus, a multi-day transportation pass.
The City of Rome sells three types of city cards that offer free and discounted entry into museums, sites and events--plus, a multi-day transportation pass.
May 16, 2008, 1:14 PM
Italian airline Air One is partnering with United and the Star Alliance to connect the U.S. with Italy, starting this next month. Round-trip fares start at $800 after taxes and fees.
Italian airline Air One is partnering with United and the Star Alliance to connect the U.S. with Italy, starting this next month. Round-trip fares start at $800 after taxes and fees.
May 14, 2008, 8:03 AM
One of the best ways to sample Italian culture on the cheap is attending a small town festival, such as festa, fiera or sagra. Our Rome blogger lists the best ones upcoming, and show you how to find others.
One of the best ways to sample Italian culture on the cheap is attending a small town festival, such as festa, fiera or sagra. Our Rome blogger lists the best ones upcoming, and show you how to find others.
May 7, 2008, 10:01 AM
In Florence’s crowded historic center, it can feel like there are as many Americans as locals—and tourism board and province officials want it to stay that way. They're launching a new promotion just for U.S. travelers.
In Florence’s crowded historic center, it can feel like there are as many Americans as locals—and tourism board and province officials want it to stay that way. They're launching a new promotion just for U.S. travelers.
May 7, 2008, 9:44 AM
In Western Europe, trains are a cheaper and more convenient way to get around than many of the other options. Here are five booking tips.
In Western Europe, trains are a cheaper and more convenient way to get around than many of the other options. Here are five booking tips.
May 5, 2008, 9:15 AM
The EU will allow Alitalia to sell some of its airport slots. Plus, the well-capitalized German airline Lufthansa might be willing to help the Italian government fully privatize the airline.
The EU will allow Alitalia to sell some of its airport slots. Plus, the well-capitalized German airline Lufthansa might be willing to help the Italian government fully privatize the airline.
May 2, 2008, 10:24 AM
Lunchtime in Italy does not always mean the two course pasta (primo) and meat/fish (secondo) meal with several bottles of wine. Our Rome based blogger offers two secret weapons for saving time and money.
Lunchtime in Italy does not always mean the two course pasta (primo) and meat/fish (secondo) meal with several bottles of wine. Our Rome based blogger offers two secret weapons for saving time and money.
April 24, 2008, 9:51 AM
Discount airline Eurofly is having a sale on flights in May. Starting at $499, you can book roundtrip, nonstop flights from New York City to Rome, Naples, Bologna, Palermo, or other Italian cities.
Discount airline Eurofly is having a sale on flights in May. Starting at $499, you can book roundtrip, nonstop flights from New York City to Rome, Naples, Bologna, Palermo, or other Italian cities.
April 15, 2008, 2:07 PM
Sometime between now and June, Italy's largest airline may be forced to ground all of its planes due to financial mismanagement and other factors.
Sometime between now and June, Italy's largest airline may be forced to ground all of its planes due to financial mismanagement and other factors.
April 10, 2008, 12:34 PM
Spain was apparently the biggest gainer last year, with a 22 percent jump. Here's the full picture for the rest of Western Europe's most popular destinations.
Spain was apparently the biggest gainer last year, with a 22 percent jump. Here's the full picture for the rest of Western Europe's most popular destinations.
March 28, 2008, 11:55 AM
Ciclismo Classico has introduced its own sort of stimulus plan: €200 in spending money.
Ciclismo Classico has introduced its own sort of stimulus plan: €200 in spending money.
December 3, 2007, 8:19 AM
This Just In has been tracking the spread of bike-sharing programs, and we've got the latest.
This Just In has been tracking the spread of bike-sharing programs, and we've got the latest.
November 7, 2007, 12:46 PM
We see a showdown coming up—Italy takes on it's challengers in the Guinness Book of World Records.
We see a showdown coming up—Italy takes on it's challengers in the Guinness Book of World Records.
October 12, 2007, 4:04 PM
Got a sweet wine bar or an amazing walking tour?
Got a sweet wine bar or an amazing walking tour?
July 11, 2007, 11:00 AM
Yep, Italy is definitely a foreign country.
Yep, Italy is definitely a foreign country.
July 11, 2007, 8:32 AM
The postcard Italy you love is beautiful—but is it realistic?
The postcard Italy you love is beautiful—but is it realistic?
July 6, 2007, 9:16 AM
Christopher Winner, editor of the Rome-based magazine The American, gets down to business on the best places to go.
Christopher Winner, editor of the Rome-based magazine The American, gets down to business on the best places to go.
June 27, 2007, 10:04 AM
The head of innovation at Lego travels the globe spotting business opportunities and is rarely at home for two weeks straight.
The head of innovation at Lego travels the globe spotting business opportunities and is rarely at home for two weeks straight.
May 17, 2007, 1:38 PM
An insider's take on the best places you don't know about ... yet.
An insider's take on the best places you don't know about ... yet.
May 2, 2007, 11:42 AM
Eurofly and Condor, though not mainstream, are great ways to get overseas.
Eurofly and Condor, though not mainstream, are great ways to get overseas.
April 17, 2007, 5:35 PM
Christopher Winner, the Rome-based editor of The American magazine, shares his top picks for dining in Italy.
Christopher Winner, the Rome-based editor of The American magazine, shares his top picks for dining in Italy.
April 16, 2007, 12:15 PM
Figuring out hotels that are child-friendly is difficult in the U.S., let alone overseas.
Figuring out hotels that are child-friendly is difficult in the U.S., let alone overseas.
April 16, 2007, 8:30 AM
Thanks to newly reduced hours, the wait to get to the ticket booth at Vatican Museums has grown even longer.
Thanks to newly reduced hours, the wait to get to the ticket booth at Vatican Museums has grown even longer.
