Tracking tourism for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · TourismSheikh Hamad bin Jassim Al Thani acquires Villa Certosa for €350M. Fininvest completes sale of Berlusconi's Sardinia estate to Qatar's Al Thani family, expanding luxury portfolio in Mediterranean.
Tourism · EconomyFlorence apartment listed at €297,714 for August week. Why Italy's summer 2026 rental market shows extremes, plus new 30% tax on multiple properties explained.
Tourism · PoliticsJune-July naval drills close La Maddalena waters during peak season. Exclusion zones impact sailing, diving access. Regional officials challenge transparency.
Sports · TourismFree public training session at Stadio Fattori L'Aquila, June 22, 10:30 AM. Italy rugby prepares for Japan, New Zealand, Australia tour. Sergio Parisse coaches.
Sports · TourismAlpha+ leads Sled by one point as Sardinia's TP52 World Championship concludes June 20. Two final races decide sailing's world title at Porto Cervo.
Tourism · EconomyItaly tops Europe's tourism rankings with 54% preference, but 80% crowd into 10-20% of destinations. How overtourism affects your city and where relief may come.
Sports · TourismNaples hosts America's Cup 2027 with 1.5M+ visitors expected. Jobs, tourism boom, free Race Village access, and major changes for residents—your complete guide.
Environment · TourismAll 66 Friuli Venezia Giulia beaches earned excellent ratings in 2026 water tests—but missing warning signs mean you must check online before swimming.
Economy · TourismItaly's Gattinoni travel group targets €1B by 2028 with strategic acquisitions. Net profit up 30%, events division surges 58%. What it means for travelers.