Monday, April 22, 2024

INNOVATIVE SOLAR PANELS ON THE VILLA DEI MISTERI ROOF Pompeii is shining a light on mysterious rites thanks to terracotta-style solar roof tiles installed on one of its most famous villas. The traditional-looking tiles have solar photovoltaic cells inside, allowing the UNESCO World Heritage Site to preserve its aesthetics while generating clean energy to illuminate its frescoes. Ahlux, the Italian company behind the lights, patented the system in 2022 and produces both curved and flat panels varnished in terracotta tones. Ancient Roman' solar roof tiles power Pompeii villa | The Standard




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Sunday, April 21, 2024

THE IACCARINO'S FAMILY ANNOUNCES THE GRAND REOPENING The boutique hotel and restaurant welcome back customers in an atmosphere of hospitality linked to a new concept of "luxury". The dishes now arriving in Sant’Agata sui due Golfi are the result of team work: laboratory of ideas, cosmopolitan. At the core remains the inspiration for Mediterranean cuisine. The balance between Campania's gastronomic tradition and a spirit of innovation. "Don Alfonso reopens, set to be among the world's most sustainable gourmets: 'Zero waste and healthy shifts'" | Reporter Gourmet




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Saturday, April 20, 2024

SO, WHAT'S THE ALTERNATIVE? ENTER: ISCHIA. Ischia isn't dominated by international hoteliers, but independent boutique hotels. "Some great attractions including the exquisite La Mortella Gardens created for composer Sir William Walton, Ischia's Castle which is the best I've ever visited and the Negombo Spa Park for some relaxation in hot thermal pools in the most beautiful setting." The beautiful Italian island that's a 'cheaper and less crowded' version of Amalfi Coast | Daily Express





Friday, April 19, 2024

CARAVAGGIO'S FINAL MASTERPIECE Rage, slaughter, death, regret …  a one-painting blockbuster. This is a great drama played out in the depths of night – which has come to the National Gallery from Naples Gallerie d'Italia - stages it that way. The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula is hypnotic.  A cameo from Caravaggio himself, in the last self-portrait he ever painted, standing behind Ursula. The Last Caravaggio review – a gripping and murderously dark finale | The Guardian


Thursday, April 18, 2024

BURNED, BAKED, OR BROKEN Like the Dead Sea Scroll found at Ein Gedi, the Herculaneum scrolls were damaged by heat and could not be unrolled. But scholars knew that inside were the tantalizing remains of a rich Roman library, perhaps filled with works thought lost to time. So, scholars hung on to them and waited for a way to unlock the contents. The Vesuvius Challenge announced another contest for 2024. These ancient texts were once unreadable. Now technology is decoding them | National Geographic



Wednesday, April 17, 2024

FOREIGN AFFAIR MINISTERS' MEETING TO TAKE PLACE IN CAPRI Group of Seven foreign ministers are meeting on the Italian resort island of Capri, with soaring tensions in the Mideast and Russia’s continuing war in Ukraine topping the agenda. Under Italy’s rotating stewardship, the G7 leaders are expected to issue a united call for Israel to exercise restraint after Iran’s unprecedented weekend attack. Italy seeks G7 message to de-escalate Mideast tensions as foreign ministers meet in Capri | The Hill


Tuesday, April 16, 2024

CLIMATE CHANGE AND APPEALING ECONOMICS ARE PROPELLING FALANGHINA INTO THE SPOTLIGHT “When we talk about Falanghina, we are talking about the most widespread white grape variety in Campania, where two very different varieties are grown under this name,” says Pasquale Carlo, the director of Sannio Academy. Falanghina Beneventana and Flegrea present evident differences, starting from the shape of the bunch, while DNA studies have highlighted that the two varieties differ in 34 ampelographic characters out of 40.” Why Falanghina Is Winning Over Winemakers | SevenFifty Daily



Monday, April 15, 2024

"CANTINE EMERGENTI" IN THE PROVINCES OF AVELLINO, BENEVENTO, CASERTA, AND SALERNO By Scabec a unique opportunity to discover lesser-known places in Campania but full of charm, taste Campanian wines, and enjoy the beauty of wineries that, although "very young", carry forward a centuries-old wine tradition. At the Cantina San Giovanni a Doglie was possible to taste three types of wines, platters of typical irpinian cold cuts and cheeses, during the performance of tarantella dancers. Emerging Wineries: A Journey through Campania's Wine, Music, and Free Guided Tours | Il Mattino



Sunday, April 14, 2024

THE RADIANCE AND ELEGANCE OF SOME VERY GOOD VINTAGES Montevetrano maintains its timeless nature throughout the years, in good vintages and in bad. This is one of the original “super Campania” wines. Managed by the dynamic Silvia Imparato, Montevetrano is one of the iconic wineries of Campania. There are five hectares of vines inland at about five kilometers from the sea on the slopes of the Monti Picentini. Montevetrano - Rosso Colli di Salerno IGT Italy | Vias Wine



Saturday, April 13, 2024

THE BIGGEST EXCAVATION OF POMPEII IN A GENERATION The factual series, commissioned by BBC Two, with three hour-long episodes, will broadcast this year. “Told through cinematically filmed stories of discovery, with a compelling cast of archaeologists and experts, ‘Pompeii: The New Dig’ is set to reveal a wealth of buried secrets and unsolved mysteries that are waiting to be discovered beneath the volcanic ash.” PBS Boards ‘Pompeii: The New Dig’ as All3Media Intl. Signs New Deal for Lion Television Project (EXCLUSIVE) | Variety



Friday, April 12, 2024

'BLACK ROOM'' WITH FRESCOES INSPIRED BY TROJAN WARS A banquet room replete with well preserved frescoes depicting characters inspired by the Trojan war has been unearthed among the ruins of Pompeii in what has been described as one of the most striking discoveries ever made at the southern Italy archaeological site. Gabriel Zuchtriegel, the director of Pompeii’s archaeological park, said the mythological figures had the explicit function of entertaining guests and providing talking points during feasts. Banquet room with preserved frescoes unearthed among Pompeii ruins | The Guardian




Thursday, April 11, 2024

MUSEUM VINEYARDS IN IRPINIA The climate is extremely particular and the most important reason behind the fascinating wines that Irpinia produces. Another remarkable aspect of Irpinia is the vast amount of old and extremely old vineyards. There are many vineyards 80-90-100 years old, but others are 150 years old and a few of them even 200 years or older. It makes Irpinia a museum of some of the world´s most antique vineyards and this alone can be a reason for many international wine experts to visit Irpinia. Irpinia, Strong and Unique | Paul Balke


Wednesday, April 10, 2024

CHIAROSCURO ARTWORKS PLAY PIVOTAL ROLES IN ON-SCREEN NARRATIVES It's impossible to watch the cinematography of Netflix's Ripley and ignore the Caravaggios. It's a full circle moment, bringing Caravaggio to his end and Tom Ripley to his beginning, to the city of Naples, where Highsmith's protagonist would start his journey and begin his path of violence and obsession. And ultimately, Caravaggio is the perfect artist for Tom to worship: a man of violence worshipped by a man of violence. Netflix's 'Ripley' is full of Caravaggio references — here's why | Mashable




Tuesday, April 9, 2024

IDEAL WEEKEND IN POSITANO FOR 'EAU D'ITALIE' FOUNDERS From boat rides to ‘miraculous’ little restaurants and handmade sandals, follow in this pair’s footsteps. Partners in business and in life, Marina Sersale and Sebastián Alvarez Murena in 2001 decided to create a fragrance that would capture the Le Sirenuse hotel and the Amalfi Coast. Eau d’Italie was a hit and has since expanded into bath and body products and 16 more fragrances. How this power couple spend their weekends in Positano | The Australian Financial Review



Monday, April 8, 2024

CHASING THE EXTRAVAGANT WEDDING TO A RICH ITALIAN BUSINESSMAN The gang of truly bizarre crime caper A Simple Favor is about to reunite for an equally madcap sequel. Production on the glossy mystery – which is expected to be released on Amazon Prime Video – is due to kick off this spring. "Along with the glamorous guests, expect murder and betrayal to RSVP for a wedding with more twists and turns than the road from the Marina Grande to the Capri town square.” Blake Lively And Anna Kendrick Are Heading To Capri For A Simple Favor 2 | Vogue


Sunday, April 7, 2024

TERRACE OVERLOOKING THE OCEAN OFF CAPRI An American designer on where to hang out on the Italian island:Grand Hotel Quisisana – it’s quintessential Capri. The views are fantastic and the location is unbeatable, in the very heart of town on Via Camerelle. It originally opened as a sanatorium in 1845 (its name translates to ‘here one heals’), but went on to become a fashionable hot spot." Postcard from Capri: Michael Kors shares his favourite hideouts on Italy's glitziest island | Condé Nast Traveller



Saturday, April 6, 2024

JUMP HERE! EXPLORE THE COAST BY SEA TOURS Continuing the journey will take you past various idyllic villages and rest stops, but it's not until Furore that you'll want stop again. Aim to get here earlier the day, since the gorgeous hidden cove of Furore Fjord. If you've got the time - and the leg strenght - it might also be worth scaling the hiking route nearby towards the trailhead of Path of the Gods. Amalfi Coast, Italy | Ultimate European Road Trips



Friday, April 5, 2024

ORRIDO DI PINO, A FARM TO STAY IN COMFORT AND RELAXATION Agritourism is flourishing across Italy, and if you’re looking for a holiday, the nation’s farmstays are hard to beat. Among our top picks are a house that teeters on a terraced hillside high above the Amalfi coast. Just below your strip of lemon trees is the gorge that deepens into the Furore fjord. The three simple bedrooms are pretty and air conditioned; the perfect place to rest your feet after walking the nearby Path of the Gods. 25 magical Italian agriturismos | The Times



Thursday, April 4, 2024

SORRENTO? "IN MY OPINION, THE UNSUNG HERO OF THE AMALFI COAST." Sorrento. It's a medieval fishing city with a port, and it's a very walkable town that has an antiquated feel to it in a good way—it didn't seem hyper touristy, and there were really good local restaurants. A lot of these places are multigenerational, they've got a dynasty of family members that are continuing a tradition. Where Chefs Eat on Vacation: Michael Solomonov's Road Trip Along the Amalfi Coast | Condé Nast Traveler



Wednesday, April 3, 2024

AMONG LOCOMOTIVES AND TRAINS THE GRAPHIC NOVEL PIETRARSA A dive into the past and into the history of Italy and the Italian railways in four episodes. The magnificent setting of the Museum’s pavilions and rooms, straddling the municipalities of Naples and Portici, provides the backdrop for the stories that retrace almost two centuries of Italian history. The comic book is available at the Railway Museum’s official bookshop. A comic book tells the story of the National Railway Museum of Pietrarsa | FS Italiane



Tuesday, April 2, 2024

AT CAPRI PALACE, MIXOLOGY IS AN ART SAVORED WITH EVERY SIP Anacapri, Italy - The palatial surroundings feature a medical spa, a restaurant with two Michelin stars and, down at the shore, Il Riccio beach club, with an incredible array of seafood to choose from. One of the most luxurious hotels on the island, Capri Palace, now a part of the Jumeirah collection, has enough to keep guests entertained for days. The luxury edit of Capri's chic hotels | Harper's Bazaar



Monday, April 1, 2024

THE ENHANCEMENT OF THE STABIAN HERITAGE The Archaeological Museum of Stabia “Libero D’Orsi” reopens to the public with a new layout, enriched by a wider path and a school of education and digitization. Now 507 artifacts are on display. The operation to enhance the Reggia di Quisisana, an old Bourbon royal site, "intend to build a virtuous model of dialogue with the territory, a good practice based on interinstitutional synergy and experimental scientific research." The Stabia Archaeological Museum reopens expanded and with a new layout. Depots can also be visited | Finestre sull'Arte



MARCH 2024







03012024 There are a number of coastal towns to choose from, like Agropoli; Castellabate, where you’ll find the grand Palazzo Belmonte hotel, originally built in the 17th century; Palinuro; and Marina di Camerota. But Cilento is more than its beaches. Unesco World Heritage describes Cilento as “an outstanding cultural landscape.” The Cilento is also renowned for its robust Mediterranean cooking and for having a high percentage of centenarians. 5 Alternative Ways To Experience Italy In 2024 | Forbes
03022024 President Sergio Mattarella unveiled extensions to the former Naples Bourbon royal palace, the Reggia di Caserta, at the end of the year of celebrations of architect Luigi Vanvitelli on the 250th anniversary of his birth. 3,000 square metres more of visitable space thanks to the 'reconquest' of what had been the Grand Gallery. It is the second biggest part of the sprawling palace and grounds after the Palatine Chapel. Mattarella unveils extension to Reggia di Caserta | ANSA
03032024 SSC Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has claimed that soccer should be free to watch from all over the world. The Italian businessman made the comments during a recent appearance at the Financial Times Business of Football Summit. The meeting involved a series of top officials within the sport from various nations. “It should be free for everyone. If you want to retain an audience, you have to live on free TV.” De Laurentiis says live soccer matches should be free on TV | World Soccer Talk
03042024 The legendary Little Italy grocery store is a go-to [roots] destination for buffalo mozzarella from Battipaglia, but his wide selection also offers Podolica Caciocavallo and Provolone del Monaco. Delicacies from Cilento, such as red and white beans, oregano, and an extra virgin olive oil. Di Palo's Wine Shop has a great selection of bottles from Campania, and pasta from the popular Gragnano brand. Beyond Mozzarella di Bufala: Where to Find Campania Products in NYC | La Cucina Italiana
03052024Canadian visitor Bianca Gignac met Italian local in Cinque Terre region in 2003. She decided to extend her time in Italy to spend more time with him. Slowly and surely, an idea started percolating in Bianca’s head. Italian Fix – a Canada-based tour company running specialized Italian small group tours, aiming to give visitors a taste of Italy as the locals live it. The company was inspired by Bianca’s “knowledge from living in Italy and the lifestyle that I had grown to love and be a part of". She missed her flight to extend her Italy vacation romance. Here’s what happened next | CNN
03062024 Nature mimesis and the production of counterfeit stones between palingenesis, alchemy, art and economy. Research has uncovered new findings about material experiments by prince di Sangro, famous for the Sansevero Chapel in Naples, a temple of Baroque sculpture. Analysis for the first time confirms that the Prince was able to create the artificial ultramarine blue used for the frame around the high relief above the high altar. Naples, new discoveries at Sansevero Chapel: prince Di Sangro synthesized ultramarine blue | Finestre sull'Arte
03072024 Join Tenuta Cavalier Pepe for an exclusive experience to discover Irpinia’s unique cheeses. Then, continue the morning with a walk across the estate’s centuries-old olive groves and vineyards. At La Veduta restaurant, each chef’s dish will be dedicated to a cheese and will be paired with one of our particular wines. Cheeses of Irpinia | Tenuta Cavalier Pepe
03082024 Anfisa's artistic journey begins in Naples, a one-of-a-kind city with an important club movement that made history in the house/techno scene. Together, Moby & Anfisa Letyago unveil their first collaborative original, ‘You & Me’, showcasing two creatives at their very best. Understated and intricate, Moby’s expertise with vocal manipulation combines with Anfisa Letyago’s ultra-modern sensibilities for a truly unique release on Defected. Anfisa Letyago | Beatport
03092024Despite its formal name, the Ministerial is a fun chocolate dessert that’s shaped like a medallion and filled with liqueur-laden cream. In the historic centre of Naples, Francesco Scaturchio invented this chocolate dessert more than a century ago and its recipe remains a secret to this day. The Ministerial appears to be shaped like a manhole cover which we assume to be a Neapolitan inside joke. 15 Irresistible Neapolitan Desserts and Pastries | 2foodtrippers
03102024 Italy has many wines that deserve a place in a decent cellar because they really do improve with time in bottle. In the hills inland from Naples is the land of one of my favourite grapes, Aglianico, whose tannins need such a long ripening period that the harvest can be as late as November. Taurasi is the classic, longest-lived wine based on Aglianico. How to build a wine cellar: a guide to Italian wines | Financial Times
03112024 The healing isle for its mud and mineral-rich thermal hot springs. Fangotherapy, or mud bathing, is the principal detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, regenerative cure and raison d’être at the Regina Isabella Resort thermal spa, in Ischia. The mud is harvested from an underground source and infused for months in basins of thermal water rich in sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Ischia’s thermal baths have been drawing wellness warriors for 3,000 years. But can they do anything for long COVID? | Air Mail
03122024 Similar in style to Diego Maradona? Somewhat (given the colour of the shirt he was wearing). He's not nicknamed 'Kvaradona' for nothing. Clearly, there is a direct correlation between Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's form and that of Napoli. When he plays well, the Naples football team usually does too. And there's no denying that he's gone missing on several occasions, particularly in the Champions League. Barcelona beware - Kvaradona is back! Napoli's wing wizard Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is weaving his magic again ahead of crunch Champions League clash | Goal
03132024Students of the Parthenope University visited the MSC Training Center in Sorrento yesterday. Two managers explained to the students the activities and operational details useful for all those who intend to work aboard cruise ships, including the now important issues related to environmental sustainability. The day then continued with a test of the navigation simulator present within the structure, which is used daily by officers from all over the world to simulate the maneuvers of the MSC fleet ships in any port of the world. Parthenope University Students Visit MSC Training Center in Sorrento | Il Mattino
03142024 Eike Schmidt ’s debut as director of the Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte is under the banner of Caravaggio: the Flagellation is in fact the protagonist of an exhibition that will enliven the rooms of the Museo Diocesano di Donnaregina in Naples from February 28 to May 31. The current initiative is intended to represent a kind of reversal of the trend, an attempt to reconnect the work with the territory and the city. Naples, Schmidt's first act at Capodimonte: an exhibition on Caravaggio's Flagellation | Finestre sull'Arte
03152024 The tourist boom of this place occurred at the end of eighteenth century thanks to the Grand Tour travellers. The discovery of Amalfi Coast was due to the building of the new carriage way and to the cultural change in the concept of beauty and landscape. The key drivers for the future of tourism in the Amalfi Coast are culture and ecotourism. “Excursions and cultural tourism have the first advantage to prolong the tourist season beyond Summer”. This statement appeals to the natural resources and also to some cultural aspects because Amalfi was the first maritime Republic. The Best Places to Visit in Italy | Vogue
03162024 In historical times the bay of the Miseno Peninsula formed the morphological edge of a volcanic crater of Yellow Tuff (Phlegraean Fields). The Misenum roadstead, formed by a series of inlets bordered by small promontories, was suitable for accommodating the massive Roman naval fleet (Classis Misenensis) stationed in the central Tyrrhenian Sea. The military port of Misenum was active for almost five centuries, standing in the present town of Bacoli. Evolution of the coastal landscape of the Miseno Peninsula (Campi Flegrei, Campania). | Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche
03172024 The car manufacturer has trademarked two new names - Amalfi and Amalfi Spider - for potential use in future sports cars or supercars. CarBuzz discovered the new trademark applications at the Italian Office of Patents and Trademarks recently, but they were submitted nearly a month ago. For those not au fait with Italian geography, the Amalfi Coast and the town of Amalfi are in the Campania region of Italy. Ferrari Amalfi Spider Sounds Like The Perfect Roma Replacement | CarBuzz
03182024 Known for its historical significance, beautiful beaches, and connection to the Cilento National Park, Agropoli is a true hidden gem in Italy. An off the beaten path destination at 1h20m by high speed train from Naples (where the nearest international airport is). The perfect location for your next Workation in Italy. LavoraCilento – Workation in Italy for remote workers | Out Quarters
03192024 After nearly 100 years of quietly creating high-quality Neapolitan men’s clothing, the brand’s third-generation owners are ready to step out of the shadows. The Cesare Attolini story began in the 1930s when Vincenzo Attolini, a young tailor in Naples, broke with the Savile Row-inspired suit-making aesthetic and developed a new silhouette that eliminated the padding and shoulder pads, resulting in an entirely new light and unstructured fit. His creation would soon come to define Neapolitan style. Cesare Attolini: One of Naples’ Best-kept Secrets | WWD
03202024 On opening this spring, Ara Maris Hotel will host guests in 49 luxurious guest rooms and shared space including a relaxation area and swimming pool, a food venue and top-floor cocktail bar. The property has been designed by the architectural firm Spagnulo to reflect the essence of Sorrento. Ara Maris to open this spring in Sorrento | THP News
03212024 Established in 1876, the factory has been crafting artisanal Italian pasta for generations. Even today, this pasta brand continues to use only high-quality wheat of Italian origin and bronze-cut molds that emulate a homemade texture. As the name suggests, Pastificio Gentile Vesuvio Pasta di Gragnano takes its shape after the volcano Vesuvius. This organic pasta's corkscrew swirl resembles the climb to the top! This Vesuvio Pasta is made with organic durum wheat | Supermarket Italy, LLC.
03222024 Vesuvius is visible for miles around but it's not the only volcano in Naples. "To find out what it's like to live and work alongside these monsters, I recently visited Naples to make a film for the BBC, speaking to the geologists who study and watch them 24-hours a day. I discovered a city creeping towards disaster, but no-one can say for sure when or where it will happen" journalist, Richard Fisher said. Naples sits on volcanic monsters - and one of them threatens to consume the city | BBC
03232024 The original Chalet Ciro 1952 is a must-do activity in Naples. Locals call this icecream experience 'a bomba' which, once you’ve got it on your hands, will make complete sense.  Located on a busy street along the waterfront, with views over the Gulf of Naples, it’s been a local favourite since the 1950s. 7 of the Best Gelato Shops in Naples | Big 7 Travel
03242024 Feudi di San Gregorio farms over 300 hectares of vineyard, including 50ha of small vineyard plots growing Aglianico vines  over 150 years old. Aglianico specimens from Taurasi are among the most exciting vineyards in all of Irpinia. The most interesting vines have been codified and reproduced, and live on in the new “Dal Re” Aglianico vineyard in Taurasi. The Old Vine Hero Awards 2024 | The Old Vine Conference
03252024 The documentary - 20-minute short film - offers an unprecedented glimpse into the creation of the Gucci Ancora fashion show, the debut show of the House’s new Creative Director. De Sarno’s rise has been so precipitous! Last September’s event was the most hotly anticipated of the year after the designer was plucked from near obscurity by French luxury group Kering to reimagine its struggling flagship. Growing up in Cicciano, outside Naples, his interest in fashion led him to study design at Milan. Sabato de Sarno, the designer who must turn around Gucci | Financial Times
03262024 The spectacular crag in Cilento in Campania, Italy, was developed further and currently features 30 pitches ranging from 6b to 8b+. An 'overhanging forest of stalactites' located between San Severino di Centola and the sea at Palinuro. Cilento and Vallo di Diano park, located south of Salerno, has a huge, untapped potential for rock climbing. La Severina 2.0, new climbs at the spectacular crag in Campania, Italy | Planetmountain.com
03272024 The polystyrene cartridges used for fishing with eco-friendly ones, thanks to an initiative supported by Pesca in Campania Ischia. The use of white polystyrene boxes on fishing boats will soon disappear. Thanks to European funds, thousands of reusable crates will be bought to replace. “The new plastic crates will be washed, and they will be microchipped. Better for the future and maybe we will protect the environment." Fishing villages in Naples ditch polystyrene in microplastic U-turn | Euronews
03282024 Make sure to climb the Castello Aragonese, a castle on a small volcanic islet connected by causeway to the main island, and with a history dating back to the fifth century BC. After touring the castle, have a sunset drink at La Caffetteria del Monastero from where you can survey Ischia and watch the light change on the water. Ischia — in the footsteps of Elena Ferrante | Financial Times
03292024There’s a rich heritage here for visitors to enjoy Naples — and the thrill of a dark past, too. The city is becoming a hotspot for new art, with the opening of an exhibition space by the Thomas Dane gallery in 19th-century Villa Ruffo; Galleria Lia Rumma’s ambitious roster [gallerist] of shows; and the launch of Casa Morra in a fine 18th-century palazzo, with an impressive collection of Giuseppe Morra. Naples travel guide | The Times
03302024 Costa Cruises introduces a new way to explore the city. Beneath the waters of the Gulf of Naples, you’ll swim back in time in a snorkeling experience. With a mask, fins and snorkel, you’ll scan the marine seabed of the sunken Park of Baia, amid perfectly preserved statues, mosaics and remains of Roman villas. Snorkeling In The Sunken Park Of Baia | Costa Cruises
03312024 The advertising spot strongly supported by the Region to promote the tourist image of the area at a national and international level. "This commercial gives Italy the perception of the richness of Campania: from islands to the coastal strip to a swimmable sea. We have beautiful archaeological areas, uncontaminated internal areas, an important religious heritage and then a unique food and wine in the world. It was an opportunity for us to promote tourism in Naples, Campania and throughout our territory." Campania Divina: the commercial with Alessandro Gassman to promote regional tourism | Italy 24 Press News

Sunday, March 31, 2024

"CAMPANIA.DIVINA" The advertising spot strongly supported by the Region to promote the tourist image of the area at a national and international level. "This commercial gives Italy the perception of the richness of Campania: from islands to the coastal strip to a swimmable sea. We have beautiful archaeological areas, uncontaminated internal areas, an important religious heritage and then a unique food and wine in the world. It was an opportunity for us to promote tourism in Naples, Campania and throughout our territory." Campania Divina: the commercial with Alessandro Gassman to promote regional tourism | Italy 24 Press News


Saturday, March 30, 2024

LIVE YOU WONDER - NAPOLI SNORKELING 30" Costa Cruises introduces a new way to explore the city. Beneath the waters of the Gulf of Naples, you’ll swim back in time in a snorkeling experience. With a mask, fins and snorkel, you’ll scan the marine seabed of the sunken Park of Baia, amid perfectly preserved statues, mosaics and remains of Roman villas. Snorkeling In The Sunken Park Of Baia | Costa Cruises