Italian Culture and Lifestyle

More and more millionaires are choosing Italy as their new residence. In 2025, more than 142,000 millionaires will change country. A figure that places our country in third place globally, surpassing Switzerland (3,000) and behind only the United Arab Emirates (9,800) and the United States (7,500). Underlying this attractiveness is the tax regime introduced in 2017, known as the 'CR7 rule'....

In recent years, Italy has consolidated its position among the most sought-after destinations for those wishing to invest in luxury real estate. The Luxury Real Estate sector is growing strongly, driven by an increasingly selective and demanding international demand. Historic cities such as Florence, Rome, Venice and Milan, but also rural areas of rare beauty such as Tuscany, Umbria and...

Italy has long been a favourite destination for those seeking a relaxed lifestyle or who want to enjoy retirement - and today, some southern villages offer not only beauty and tranquillity, but also a unique tax incentive that makes the move even more attractive. A Fixed Tax at 7% for Foreign Retirees Thanks to a special regime introduced by the Italian government, the...

Investing in a prestigious home in the mountains means embracing an exclusive lifestyle and at the same time accessing a real estate market with extraordinary economic potential. The Italian ski resorts, with their picture-postcard landscapes, impeccable infrastructure and refined lifestyle, offer an ideal setting for those looking for a property that combines beauty, comfort and...

Italy's cuisine is more than just food; it's a direct expression of its culture and regional produce. From pizza to pasta, the Italian culinary tradition is loved worldwide. And now, a new ranking by TasteAtlas has confirmed what many already know: Italy is home to some of the best food in the world. Naples In the global TasteAtlas rankings, based on over 477,000 user reviews across nearly 17,000...

While mass tourism seems to be wreaking havoc on the world's most beautiful destinations, others lay untouched just off the tourist radar. Even Italy, which attracts 60 million visitors a year, is filled with regions and territories that are virtually unknown and spared the crowds. All you need to do is get off-the-beaten-path and travel like a local. Sounds easy enough, right? With its medieval...

Even in a region renowned for its pastoral beauty, Tuscany's Val d'Orcia stands out. Considered by many to be the most beautiful part of a legendarily beautiful area, Val d'Orcia, stretching from the hilly terrain south of Siena to the environs of Monte Amiata, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site for its rural splendour and the historic land-management practices during the Renaissance that...

Nestled in northwest Italy, between the foothills of the western Alps and Apennines, lies the country's second largest region: Piedmont, or Piemonte, in Italian. Home to the House of Savoy, Italy's ruling dynasty until 1946, it's no surprise this area birthed the king of Italian wines. While Barolo reigns supreme, an array of indigenous grapes call Piedmont home. "Part of the greatness of this...

While you probably don't head to Italy's major art cities to go to the beach, with many of them you can. Here are coastal areas close to some of Italy's top culture stops (listed alphabetically) that are good for a seaside break after a morning of museum hopping when temperatures soar. From simple village beaches to jet-set havens, Genoa and its neighbouring towns offer plenty of options for sun...