The Best of Italia

The Best of Italia A Community for lovers of Italy who enjoy embracing & learning the riches of Italian culture.

Our Mission is to focus on cultural tourism in Italy by sharing stories about Italian Artisans, the culture, history, food and travel destinations from an Italian American perspective.

Ciao a tutti! Here's another peek at the upcoming release of the next Antonia's Italy guide: Sundays are for slowing do...
06/13/2026

Ciao a tutti! Here's another peek at the upcoming release of the next Antonia's Italy guide: Sundays are for slowing down.
Shops close, families gather, and the pace softens. It’s a perfect day for a long walk, a leisurely lunch, or doing nothing at all.

Ciao a tutti! Sneak peek for the upcoming new guide in the Antonia's Italy series: Travel Tips for Italy. Italy is mea...
05/19/2026

Ciao a tutti! Sneak peek for the upcoming new guide in the Antonia's Italy series: Travel Tips for Italy.

Italy is meant to be lived, not rushed.
Slow down. Sit longer at the café. Linger over lunch. Italy reveals itself to those who give it time.

Coffee is a ritual, not a takeaway.
You stand at the bar, sip your espresso in a few moments, and continue your day. Ordering a cappuccino after 12:00? You’ll be gently marked as a visitor. photo by: Vadimgozhda

Ciao a Tutti! Another peek of the next guide in the Antonia's Italy series: Travel Tips for Italy ETIAS is the new pre-...
04/27/2026

Ciao a Tutti! Another peek of the next guide in the Antonia's Italy series: Travel Tips for Italy
ETIAS is the new pre-travel authorization, similar to the U.S. ESTA. ETIAS is an online travel authorization you must get BEFORE your trip.
How it works
Fill out an online application
 Pay a small fee (~€20)
 Get approval (usually fast—minutes to a few days)
What you’ll provide
 Passport info
 Travel plans
 Basic background/security questions
Once you are approved
 ETIAS is valid for 3 years (or until passport expires)
 Allows for multiple trips of up to 90 days each
Important
ETIAS is NOT a visa. It’s a pre-screening system for visa-free travelers. It is required for Americans and most non-EU visitors starting late 2026. Think of ETIAS as “permission to board the plane.”

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