Tracking tourism for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Sports · Culture · TourismBarano Calcio wins inaugural Roots Tournament on Ischia, defeating local rivals in final. Argentine and Chilean diaspora youth teams competed in heritage event.
Sports · TourismDutch sprinter Lorena Wiebes wins Giro Donne 2026 Stage 1 in Ravenna. Nine-day race through Italy features historic Colle delle Finestre gravel climb. Longo Borghini defends title.
Other News · TourismFinnish cave-diving specialists honored with Italy's Order of Merit for recovering bodies of five Italian nationals from deadly Maldives cave diving tragedy.
Tourism · Economy22 million travelers descend on Italy for June 2 bridge holiday, generating €9 billion. Hotels at 53% capacity, major highways facing red-alert traffic. What to expect.
Tourism · EconomyItaly's Q1 2026 tourism: 71.6M overnight stays (+7.5%), driven by international guests. Short-term rentals surge 14.7% vs hotels' 3.9%. What this means for hosts and workers.
Sports · TourismThe BNL Italy Major Premier Padel brings world-class competition to Rome's Foro Italico. Learn about tickets, economic impact, and why this event matters for the city.
Sports · TourismExperience free curling at Rome's Colle Oppio Park near the Colosseum from June-September 2026. Try this Olympic sport with no equipment needed.
Culture · TourismCristian Mungiu wins his second Cannes Palme d'Or with 'Fjord,' a drama exploring religious freedom and state power starring Sebastian Stan.
Sports · TourismGiro d'Italia stage 15 returns to Milan after 5 years. Learn about road closures, €121 daily spending, and how it impacts residents and businesses.