As a local, there are easy ways to avoid common tourist mistakes in Rome and other spots in Italy, from doing research to ...

MILAN (AP) — Italy’s culture minister resigned Friday days after tearfully acknowledging an affair with a ministry consultant that embarrassed Premier Giorgia Meloni's government.

I go to Italy almost every year, and I always see first-time visitors making the same mistakes. First-timers often build their itinerary around popular cities while ignoring Italy's hidden gems.

After living here for over a year, I've come to see Italy — and Italians — in a much more nuanced way. Despite the country's seemingly carefree spirit, I've found that certain cultural norms ...