Италия. Travel digest

On 10 December 2025, during a UNESCO session held in New Delhi, Italian cuisine was officially inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The decision emphasizes the social rituals, inter‑generational knowledge and community practices that surround food in Italy.

The inscription recognises that the heritage lies not only in the dishes

This winter Four Seasons Hotel Milano turns its historic spaces into a contemporary fairy‑tale. Under the artistic direction of Vincenzo Dascanio, the hotel is dressed in an immersive “Trail of Delights” installation that invites guests to experience the magic of the season through the eyes of childhood and tradition.

The pathway weaves through Stilla Bar and Zelo, featuring a forest

Minor Hotels has released its inaugural Travel Trends Report for 2026, titled “Travelling Deeper: A Search for Lasting Connection”. The study examines how modern travelers are redefining their journeys, looking for experiences that engage them emotionally, socially and spiritually.

Despite lingering economic uncertainty, 94 % of respondents say they will

Four Seasons Hotel Firenze invites guests to enjoy the holiday season within the historic Palazzo della Gherardesca and Palazzo del Nero. The programme combines refined cuisine, elegant décor and traditional Florentine customs.

The hotel presents the Panettone della Gherardesca, a collaborative creation by Executive Chef Paolo Lavezzini, Executive

The world is full of settlements whose names consist of just one or two letters. While they are rarely major tourist magnets, their brevity often becomes a curiosity for travelers.

Below is a selection of fourteen European locations with exceptionally short names, together with a few highlights for each.

Visit Italy has introduced a new project called Luminous Destinations 2026. The initiative aims to draw attention to lesser‑known Italian locations and to offer a counter‑measure to the pressures of overtourism.

A specially appointed jury will evaluate candidates and select ten places that combine a strong local identity, sustainable tourism practices and the ability to inspire

Minor Hotels announces a series of openings and refurbishments scheduled for 2026 across its portfolio of brands, highlighting growth in Asia‑Pacific, the Middle East, Africa and Europe.

Minor Hotels presents a six‑night curated travel experience that lets guests explore the elegance of Italy’s three most celebrated cities. The programme includes two nights in Rome at nhow Roma, two nights in Venice at Avani Rio Novo Venice, and two nights in Milan at NH Collection Milano CityLife.

Rome: Guests enjoy Vespa side‑car rides through historic streets, a city‑wide

Albanian and Italian officials met to discuss ways to deepen cooperation in tourism promotion. The meeting was led by Zana Çela, Director General of the National Tourism Agency of Albania, and Marco Alberti, the Italian Ambassador in Tirana, and was attended by representatives of the Italian Agency for Development and Cooperation and the Italian Trade Institute.

The discussion

A senior delegation from Bosnia and Herzegovina visited the Italian Ministry of the Interior to gather practical knowledge on the implementation of the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) and the Entry/Exit System (EES). The study trip took place shortly after the official launch of the EES on 12 October, marking a pivotal moment for border management across the Schengen

For the third year in a row, Four Seasons Hotel Firenze has been placed at number 9 in the global ranking of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025, confirming its status among the world’s most distinguished luxury properties.

The results were announced during a glittering ceremony at London’s Old Billingsgate, where industry leaders gathered to celebrate the hotels shaping luxury travel

Minor Hotels, the worldwide hospitality group operating more than 560 properties across 59 countries, has announced the upcoming opening of a new Tivoli Hotels & Resorts property in the heart of Puglia, Italy.

Following an extensive renovation, the Tivoli Palazzo Risorgimento Lecce is scheduled to welcome guests in April 2026. The hotel will become a flagship luxury destination

Lonely Planet’s newest edition of “Best in Travel 2026” places Sardinia at the forefront of global tourism, marking the first time a European region has earned this distinction.

The guide, which now offers 50 curated travel ideas – 25 must‑see destinations and 25 unique experiences – showcases a diverse range of locations, from the icy valleys of Tajikistan to the wildlife reserves

Interest in tracing family origins has turned into a growing travel trend, especially among U.S. citizens who journey to Italy to reconnect with their ancestors. The movement, often called ancestry or heritage tourism, goes beyond sightseeing; it invites travelers to walk the same streets, enter the homes of forebears, and experience the customs that shaped their families.

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The final instalment of the second season of the TV show Sfida Impossibile will be broadcast on Saturday, 11 October 2025 at 14:15 on Italia 1. All episodes of the series have been recorded entirely within the Republic of San Marino.

Host Stefano Corti, who challenges a top‑level athlete in each episode, has already faced motorcycle racer Marco Melandri, volleyball star Ivan Zaytsev,

Date: 30 September 2025

A new programme, initiated by The Bicester Collection and supported by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), has been launched to place child protection at the centre of the travel industry agenda.

The project, called “Unlock Futures”, targets the prevention of child sexual exploitation and trafficking worldwide. It is endorsed by the UN

On Saturday, 4 October at 14:15, the entertainment program “Sfida Impossibile” will be broadcast on Italia 1. The whole show is produced in the Republic of San Marino and sees host Stefano Corti pitting himself against a renowned sports figure in a series of daring and humorous challenges.

After previous confrontations with motorbike star Marco Melandri, volleyball ace Ivan Zaytsev,

On 30 September 2025 the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced that the 26th Global Summit will be held in Valletta, Malta, in 2026. The decision was disclosed during the closing ceremony of the 25th Summit in Rome, which gathered senior leaders from the worldwide travel and tourism industry.

The Maltese government, represented by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs &

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) disclosed that its members pledged more than $8 billion in fresh capital for Italy’s travel and tourism sector during the closing ceremony of the Global Summit held in Rome.

This commitment, presented before an audience of international leaders and industry executives, ranks among the largest financial pledges ever made at a WTTC

On 30 September 2025, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), together with Omran, released the 2025 Environmental & Social Research (ESR). The report shows that the sector has already exceeded its pre‑pandemic economic level, yet its carbon footprint is still lower than in 2019.

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