NASA History in Rome: The Birthplace of Michael Collins
Visiting Rome is always a history lesson. But many people — even Romans — don’t know that Rome played a small part in the history of NASA and the first moon landing.
Culture & Living
Posts about culture in Italy. Festivals, religion, etiquette, language, and more.
Fountains in Rome: Look But Don’t Leap
Admire Rome’s beautiful, historic fountains. But absolutely DO NOT swim, wade, or cool off in them.
Rome Wasn’t Built In a Day. So How Long Did It Take?
Rome wasn’t built in a day but over thousands of years. Here’s how long it took to build some of the Eternal City’s most famous attractions.
Rome to Pompeii: Book a Tour or Plan Your Own Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome
Should you take a day trip to Pompeii from Rome? This post helps you decide whether you want to do a DIY day trip to Pompeii or take a guided group tour.
Campo Felice: Skiing and Sledding in Abruzzo
Campo Felice is an easy winter day trip from Rome.
Matera, Basilicata: 2019 European Capital of Culture
Matera, the southern Italian city known for its ancient caves and modern comeback, is the 2019 European Capital of Culture.