What is Italy’s AIRE and who needs to register?
You may have heard that Italian citizens living abroad, including people with dual citizenship, are required to register with AIRE. But what is it exactly and who does it apply to?
Not just buying stamps: Nine things you can do at an Italian post office
From applying for a residency permit to paying your gas bill, sending mail isn't the only thing you'll be able to do at a post office in Italy.
Trattoria to osteria: Italy's different restaurant types explained
Dining out is one of the best ways to explore Italy's famed cuisine, but choosing between 'ristorante', 'trattoria' and 'osteria' can be hard without some basic knowledge of what you can expect from each one of them.
The key Italian vocabulary you'll need if you go to the dentist
A trip to the dentist can be a daunting experience in and of itself, but possibly even more so if your Italian 'dentista' doesn't have a good command of English.
Seven ‘secret’ UNESCO World Heritage sites in Italy you need to visit
From Pompeii to the Royal Palace of Caserta, Italy is home to a host of famous UNESCO World Heritage sites – but there are some lesser-known attractions that you may not have heard of yet.
Italian expression of the day: 'Ti amo' vs 'Ti voglio bene'
In Italian, expressing your feelings for someone is harder than you might think.
Can your Italian citizenship be revoked?
Applying for Italian citizenship is often a lengthy and burdensome process involving plenty of paperwork. But can it ever be taken away from you after you get it?
Five Italian words that help explain the Sanremo song contest
Italy's five-day Sanremo Music Festival brings the nation together - and leaves many non-Italians baffled. So what exactly is going on?