Tracking tourism for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Sports · TourismVenezia FC returns to Serie A for 2026-2027 after dramatic 2-2 draw with Spezia. Fourth promotion for coach Stroppa. What it means for Venice tourism and the club.
Tourism · Economy7.4M Italians travel May Day weekend—€3.8B boost for Italy's economy. Hotels 80%+ full; 418K hospitality jobs open. Expect crowds, premium prices. Travel smart this spring.
Sports · TourismTaranto's €65M Olympic swimming stadium roof complete ahead of August 2026 Mediterranean Games. Eco-certified facility to serve community long-term.
Tourism · EconomyItalian authorities investigate Booking.com's hotel rankings. "Preferred Partner" badges may signal paid placement, not quality. Compare prices before booking.
Culture · TourismCeline Dion releases 'Dansons' after battling stiff-person syndrome. Paris residency sold out—16 shows Sept-Oct 2026, just hours from Italy for fans.
Tourism · EconomyForeign visitors spent €3.01 billion in January 2026, boosting Italy's tourism surplus to €22.7 billion annually. Learn how this impacts residents and the economy.
Economy · TourismLVMH's 19.1B quarterly revenue hit by Middle East conflict and euro strength. What it means for Italian luxury suppliers and retailers in Milan and Florence.
Tourism · CultureApply by April 22 for DiscoverEU spring 2026: 40,000 free Eurail passes for 18-year-olds. Travel Europe July 2026-Sept 2027. Italians led autumn 2025 applications.
Sports · TourismOlympic champion Keely Hodgkinson competes in 400m at Rome's Golden Gala June 4, 2026. World-class athletics at Stadio Olimpico with FIDAL discounts.