Discover how to host a sustainable holiday party at home in 2025/2026. Learn eco-friendly menu ideas, zero-waste décor tips, mindful gifting, and practical strategies for a festive, planet-friendly celebration.
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15 Perfect Things to Do in Rome Between Christmas and New Year’s 2025
Discover the magic of Rome this winter! From the St. Peter’s Nativity and Piazza Navona markets to historic Christmas concerts, here are 15 must-do festive activities.
Do You Know Italy’s Most Irresistible Christmas Desserts? Step-by-Step Recipes You Can Make at Home
Discover Italy’s most iconic Christmas desserts! From Cartellate to Struffoli, learn authentic recipes, prep times, and servings to make your holiday table irresistibly sweet.
€2 to Access the Trevi Fountain Area: How Rome’s New Tourist Fee Will Work from February 2026
Rome will introduce a €2 fee for tourists to access the area closest to the Trevi Fountain starting 1 February 2026. The square and views remain free.
4-Day Puglia Itinerary: Famous Flavors and Beaches (Great Even in Winter!)
Explore Puglia through olive oil, traditional dishes, coastal towns, and historic villages with a practical 4-day itinerary across Adriatic and Ionian shores.
A Golden Winter Destination: Morocco’s Spice Markets & Hammams for Sight, Smell & Taste
Plan a spice-centric trip across Morocco’s souks. Learn the history behind Moroccan spices, how to recognize quality ras el hanout and Taliouine saffron, where and when to shop (Marrakesh, Fez, Essaouira, Chefchaouen, Taliouine), how to buy ethically, and how to use and store your spices at home.
9 Secret Historic Villages in Italy Far From the Crowds to Add to Your Bucket List
Discover the true soul of Italy! Explore 9 of the over 5,000 historic Italian villages (borghi), from Ravello on the Amalfi Coast to Alberobello in Puglia. Find authentic destinations away from the crowds.
Italian Cuisine Earns UNESCO Status: A Historic 2025 Recognition of Italy’s Culinary Heritage
UNESCO officially inscribed Italian cooking as Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2025. Discover why this historic recognition celebrates Italy’s culinary traditions.
7 Must-Visit Italian Christmas Markets in 2025 (Dates, Locations & Tips)
Discover Italy’s top Christmas markets in 2025—from Bolzano’s Alpine charm to Naples’ famous Nativity scenes. Dates, highlights, and insider tips for a magical holiday trip.
Eat Like a Roman: The Secret Dishes Behind the City’s True Food Culture (That Tourists Never Try)
Rome’s food scene is far deeper than the famous carbonara, amatriciana, and cacio e pepe. Beneath the pasta plates lies a centuries-old world of humble recipes born from creativity, poverty, and pride — dishes that reflect Rome’s working-class neighborhoods, Jewish heritage, and ancient love for bold flavors.
