“Ferragosto”, from the latin Feriae Augusti (meaning “Augusts’ rest” after the emperor who instated the holiday in 18 BC) has a long history of being a period for relaxation. August 15th marks the actual holiday, but in most recent decades it signals the beginning of the Italian vacation period where most businesses close allowing families to […]

Coming to Rome in summer  has many advantages: strolling through quieter streets, shorter lines at some museums, delicious Italian gelato…and beaches not so far from the city. The coast of Italy is full of heavenly beaches to visit, and those nearest Rome are no exception. If you’re looking to escape the heat and want to […]