From 30 April to 4 May, the Marina of Porto Rotondo, located in the municipality of Olbia in the province of Sassari, will host the second edition of the Nautical Fair of Sardinia. Organised by Cipnes Gallura and the Municipality of Olbia, in collaboration with the Regional Department of Tourism and the patronage of Confindustria Nautica, this event puts the spotlight on shipbuilding and tourist ports, essential for the island's economy. The key topics of the fair will be eco-sustainability, yacht building, marina management and nautical hotels. There will also be debates, sports and entertainment. The Regional Councillor for Tourism Gianni Chessa said "it will be an important opportunity for nautical marketing in Sardinia, a strategic sector in which the Region has decided to invest and that shows great promise."

The power of nature has incredible effects on psycho-physical well-being and Emilia Romagna, among picturesque villages and quiet valleys surrounded by greenery, one of the most beautiful Italian destinations for wellness tourism. A region where it is easy to enjoy authentic experiences, whether you choose to immerse yourself in history, take advantage of the therapeutic power of the spas or enjoy the renowned cuisine. Wellness tourism in these parts can be found in a thousand ways and it takes very little to unwind, relieve tensions and rediscover deep relaxation. Have you ever tried, after a stressful day, to walk in the woods surrounded by trees and plants or to walk barefoot in the vegetation? The body's response was certainly not far behind, with renewed optimism and an almost forgotten sense of peace. In Romagna there is no shortage of opportunities to indulge in these experiences and, whether for a short weekend or a longer stay, the art of good living can be breathed in every corner. Choosing a destination is not the only essential step in ensuring a wellness holiday. Planning an itinerary in advance is always a good idea. Seeking the support of a local expert, both before and during the tour, is another useful tip to discover hidden curiosities and glimpses of a destination you are getting to know for the first time. A final tip is to think of a slow journey, one that allows you to savour every moment, without the urge to see as much as possible and end up getting tired without appreciating anything.

The great success of Cammini Aperti, an initiative aimed at enhancing Italy’s walking routes, involved the entire country in 2024, becoming the largest national event dedicated to Italy’s Ways. This achievement has paved the way for a new experience, focusing on the Ways of Emilia-Romagna, Lazio, Marche, Tuscany, and Umbria. This year’s edition is centered around the 2025 Jubilee, with a special focus on the Franciscan Centenaries of 2026. The Ways at the heart of the project are: ● The Lauretani Ways – An ancient Marian pilgrimage route that connects three of Italy’s most important religious sites: the Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto in Marche, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, Umbria, and the Franciscan Convent of Le Celle in Cortona, Tuscany. The route continues to Siena, where it links with the Via Francigena. ● The Way of St. Benedict – A journey through medieval villages and historic abbeys rich in spirituality, crossing Umbria and Lazio. This route connects the main abbeys and sacred places associated with St. Benedict, the Patron Saint of Europe. ● The St. Francis' Way – Starting from Florence in Tuscany and Rimini in Emilia-Romagna, this Way crosses Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna, Umbria, and Lazio, following in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of Italy. The journey leads through the Sacred Valley of Rieti, Assisi, and finally reaches Rome.

But what are the most romantic destinations to answer "Yes" to that fateful question, or to spend wonderful days basking in love? From Verona to Lake Como, to Venice, Tuscany, Campania, Sicily and Sardinia: here are all the most beautiful destinations for an Italian style getaway for two.

Do you have a whole day to spend in Palermo? Then get ready for a memorable journey into the city's millennial history, among the important civilizations that flourished in the Mediterranean basin. The dominations that have alternated over the centuries have in fact left among its lively alleys traces of cultures, civilizations, languages and religions: a unique and unrepeatable synthesis of medieval, Byzantine, Arab and Norman vestiges, custodians of a multi-ethnic past, all to be discovered. Walking through the historic center you can discover them all. Are you ready?

What makes an artist eternal is the ability to tell the truth by offering his or her own interpretation and laying himself or herself bare in a direct and sincere manner. This is what made Caravaggio one of the greatest names in the history of art, a limitless talent mixed with restlessness, which still fascinates us today. Its dramatic realism provides an intense experience when viewing the artworks, and being able to observe them up close is a must: here are the museums, picture galleries and galleries hosting Caravaggio's most famous artwork in Italy.

Pizzerias, trattorias, farmhouses, taverns and wine bars: Italian cuisine satisfies every palate, even the most difficult.

A fertile and meteorologically fortunate land, it is home to no less than 31 food products of great quality and tradition, marked with the European labels PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) and PGI (Protected Geographical Indication), which guarantee their origin, organoleptic characteristics and quality.

The tip of the boot and cradle of Magna Graecia, the territory, originally known as Enotria or 'land of wine', preserves a wine heritage as vast as it is unexplored. Calabria is a region with a varied landscape: from the highest peaks of the Apennines to the Coast of the Gods. A land that boasts numerous archaeological sites and protected areas. And the many peculiarities, from the different territories to the climate, are reflected in the many flavours that the ancient food and wine tradition can provide.

Mortadella from Bologna IGP (Indication of Geographic Protection), is the most famous salame in the Felsinea gastronomic tradition (Felsinea from Felzna or Velzna, the name originally given to this Capital of Emilia Romagna by the Etruscans). A salame of centenary existence, its origins are mentioned in documents that date to the Renaissance. Numerous sources attest to the fact that the recipe for mortadella was codified by Cristoforo di Messisbugo, who was a sort of maitre d’ at the service of Cardinal Ippolito d’Este, as well as an author, who penned one of the first and fundamental treatises on historic gastronomy.

The continuing love story between Turin and chocolate began as far back as 1560: in celebration of the Ducal Capital’s move from Chambéry to Turin, Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy served a symbolic cup of piping hot chocolate to the city. An authentic passion that has created specialties now known throughout the world has also continued to stimulate the imaginations of the master chocolatiers over the centuries. Indeed, it was here in the Savoy Capital that the Bicerin – a glass of hot coffee, cacao, and milk cream – was conceived in the 1700s. By way of chocolate, the maestros of Turin knew exactly how to express their taste for innovation, so much so that they experimented with new mechanisms to mix cacao, vanilla, water and sugar into a malleable paste (beginning 17th Century). They discovered that they could transform the chocolate into solid bars, thus giving life to chocolates, or cioccolatini, of every type – from bon bons to pralines, truffles and cremini.