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This Hidden Gem in Northern Italy Is Called 'Little Rome'—and Its Historic Center Is a UNESCO Site
Check into the Hotel Due Torri, the city’s most historic grand dame with an impressive collection of antiques. Sip local ...
Italy's Meloni says Trump will visit Rome and consider meeting EU
U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to an official visit to Rome and will consider also meeting representatives of the ...
As Pope Francis lies in state, Catholics gather in Rome to say goodbye
Maria Pia Caruso travelled to Rome from her hometown in northern Italy after she learned Pope Francis had died at age 88, to ...
When is the Sistine Chapel closed? What to know about visiting Rome following Pope Francis’ death
Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions.
Italy Enters Mourning Period Following Pope’s Death—Here’s What Happens and How It Will Affect Travel
The death of a pope and the election of a new pontiff are steeped in age-old customs. Take note of these important events—and ...
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Pope's Funeral Triggers Soaring Travel Prices for Rome: What Visitors Need to Know
"Tens of thousands of people attended the funeral of Pope John Paul II, so we expect demand and thus prices for travel and ...
Could there be a British Pope for first time in 866 years? UK cardinals heading to Rome to decide Francis’ successor
BRITISH cardinals are heading to the Vatican to attend Pope Francis’ funeral and decide on his successor. Three of them are ...
Pope’s Will Says He Wants to Be Buried in a Simple Tomb in Rome
Pope Francis stipulated that he be laid to rest at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major, where seven other popes are buried.
Tens of thousands of pilgrims flock to Rome ahead of Pope's funeral on Saturday
As we've been reporting, the Vatican released images of Pope Francis in an open casket dressed in red robes in the chapel of Casa Santa Marta, his home during his 12-year papacy. The images also show ...
Italy's Serie A fixtures rescheduled due to Pope Francis' funeral
Italy's top-flight Serie A soccer league has postponed Saturday's three fixtures until Sunday due to Pope Francis' funeral ...
Italy’s Olympic committee calls for sports events to be suspended on day of Pope Francis’ funeral
The Italian national Olympic committee has asked for sports events to be suspended on Saturday, the day of Pope Francis’ ...
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This 7-day Train Itinerary Lets You Explore Italy's Culinary Heritage by Rail—With Pasta-making Classes, Trattoria Visits, and Wine Tastings
Railbookers recently unveiled 11 new food-focused itineraries ranging from seven to 17 days in length that include cooking ...