You’ll want to wake up early on January 6th for the Italian holiday La Befana to see what she’s left you. The fairytale of La Befana tells of the 3 wise men who invited a witch to join them to bring gifts to the baby Jesus, but she refused. After changing her mind, she was unable to find Jesus […]

Visiting Rome in the winter can present challenges for kids who’d prefer to run around and explore the ancient landscape of the city. But Rome has plenty of fun and interesting indoor activities for kids and small children of all ages, escaping the chilly weather to exercise and play. Here’s a list of our favorite child-friendly places in Rome […]

If it just isn’t Christmas without the magic of live Christmas music or the Nutcracker, then your holiday in Rome is in for a treat! While it’s not so likely we’ll have a white Christmas in Rome, that doesn’t mean you can’t beat the cold weather by curling up with a hot beverage and enjoying some […]

There’s nothing quite like Rome at Christmas time. The beautiful streets lit up with christmas lights, store windows are decked out with holiday cheer, and the spirit of the holidays can be felt around every corner. If you’ll be visiting Rome during the holidays, have a look at our guide to Christmas shopping in Rome. We’ve indicated […]