Tracking tourism for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Tourism · EnvironmentFour Italian marine scientists died in underwater cave at 60m depth. Finnish recovery team works to retrieve bodies with specialized equipment.
Tourism · National NewsTwo foreign hikers died on Friuli mountain ridge. Learn about Italy's new Mountain Law, rescue cost billing rules, and safety tips for Alpine hiking.
Tourism · EconomyItalian pet owners spend €22 more daily. Nearly 4M families vacation with pets generating €9.5B—could reach €15.8B. Explore pet-friendly regions & new EU rules.
Culture · TourismDiscover Italy's historic tri-state coin collection honoring Saint Francis's 800th anniversary. Affordable copper coins, October 4 holiday, and pilgrimage insights for 2026.
Tourism · National NewsFive Italian divers die in Maldives underwater cave at 50m depth. Military rescuer also killed. Investigations launched into safety violations.
Tourism · National NewsFive Italians, including a mother-daughter pair from Genoa University, died in 62-meter cave dive at Maldives. Recovery ongoing as investigation reveals lax oversight of tourist diving operations.
Sports · TourismFive sailing teams compete in Cagliari May 21-24, 2026 for America's Cup preliminary regatta. Luna Rossa tests ahead of Naples 2027—Italy's first hosting.
Sports · TourismCEV Champions League Final Four hits Turin May 16-17. Perugia defends title at Inalpi Arena. Watch on Sky Sport, DAZN. Group ticket discounts available, €10M+ boost.
Tourism · National NewsFive Italians including University of Genoa researchers died in Maldives cave dive. Survivors stranded as investigators examine oxygen toxicity and weather risks.