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01/12/2021

We're beta-testing our online community, ItaliaPass, where you'll find expert advice and tools for travelers to Italy. Join us at italiapass.com!

21/02/2020

Ah to be sipping a caffè americano on a breezy Italian afternoon... ☕️

19/02/2020

Only have a week to see a wide variety of Italian offerings? Our Italy Express: Rome to Cinque Terre package will get you into top cities and you get to see them how you want! https://bit.ly/2SRihRB

18/02/2020

In honor of National Drink Wine Day, we rounded up a list of four unique Italian wines for you to discover on your next trip. https://bit.ly/2Hto2Q8

There’s an Italian wine proverb — nella botte piccola c’è il vino buono. It means: “In small barrels, there’s good wine.” A very Italian way of saying good things come in small packages. Vineyards in Italy have long been producing small batch wines that are only available to locals, the...

18/02/2020

It's National Drink Wine day! No better day to uncork something Italian to relax after a nice meal. What are you drinking today?

16/02/2020

Florence is the epicenter of Italian artisans. Leather is one of the more popular goods with world class craftspeople, making the city an ideal destination for unique souvenirs.

Whether you're heading to Florence from Rome or making a quick stop before you take the train to Naples, chances are you’ve already put aside money to spend on some beautiful, Florentine leather products. If not, you should.

14/02/2020

Italy is for sweethearts! There are endless places to enjoy romantic meals.
📍Siracusa, Sicily

13/02/2020

A close-up of the magic masks of the Carnevale de Venezia. ✨

12/02/2020

Can't figure out where to start planning your trip? Try our Classic Best of Italy: Venice to Sorrento Rail Package. https://bit.ly/37VOKfY

10/02/2020

This week marks the beginning of the Carnevale di Venezia (the Carnival of Venice), a tradition dating back centuries that is famous for the ornate masks. We've got all the history for you to catch up on:

The idea of the Venetian Carnival is one of wonder — filled with colorful masks, rich music, sumptuous balls, energetic parades, elegant dancing and bacchanalian carousing. The exact origins of the festival are unknown but when we delve into Venetian history it appears to have started with a milit...

09/02/2020

Amalfi is one of the most picturesque coasts in the world. Every town in the area has something different to offer, but all have incredible views. If you need help planning your stay at the Amalfi Coast, check out our guide: italiarail.com/cities/guide-planning-trip-amalfi-coast

After spending time in Rome, you may be interested in taking a train to the beach. Italy has some spectacular seaside holiday destinations. One of the most stunning options is the Amalfi Coast. Our Italy travel experts share tips and tricks for making the most of your Amalfi Coast holiday.

08/02/2020

Tomorrow might be the night to honor two popes, let us tell you the story of three (Medici) popes! This iconic family sired many cultural, political and religious leaders during their unofficial reign of the Italian Renaissance. https://bit.ly/2Ookti4

Any well-informed Florentine of the mid-15th century would have recognized the distinctive profile of Il Magnifico — Lorenzo the Magnificent de’ Medici (b. 1449 - d. 1492). His was not a handsome face but it was a memorable one. He had a flattened, sloping nose that looked broken, a prominent ja...

07/02/2020

A caffe latte is definitely in order to cure the winter chills.

06/02/2020

If you're not sure where to visit in Tuscany, Siena and San Gimignano are definitely worth checking out. https://bit.ly/31mIefx

04/02/2020

If you're headed to Florence, don't miss Florence's gelato festival! Add some sweetness to your trip 🍨https://pin.it/o55ljc765fm6lh

03/02/2020

Italy has a lot of sights, but which ones do you pick to see on your next trip? Introducing ItaliaRail Packages, with eight options to fit your needs, whether you're looking for a guided trip or to travel independently. We have packages for all kinds of travellers. Find out more at www.italiarail.com/rail-packages

01/02/2020

Lake Como is a glamorous vacation spot for many. Just a short train ride from from Milan, it's an area with some of the most spectacular views in all of Italy.

31/01/2020

Keep the party going all year!

Italy is a wild and wonderful country with rich, varied and passionate history. It should come as no surprise: if you go beyond the usual wine festivals and carnivals, you can take in some truly remarkable cultural events in Italy. Here are just a handful of off-beaten-path Italian festivals to expe...