Italy Desire

02/02/2026

*** ROME NEWS! ***
Starting today, at the Trevi Fountain, to descend the final steps and get closer to the large basin, there will be a new ticket fee of €2 (unless you are a Roman resident or visit before 9 a.m. or after 10 p.m.).

A change to better enjoy the monument, or just another ticket? 🤔

Tourists who want to see Rome's iconic Trevi Fountain up-close will have to join a queue and pay a €2 entry fee for the privilege, the city has confirmed.

17/12/2025

*** BOOK YOUR SLOTS TODAY! ***

🇮🇹 Beyond the Tourist Tracks: Offer Your Clients the "Real" Southern Italy!

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03/12/2025

...then (as with anything in Italy 😏) in every region, every district, every city, and even every village, you might encounter peculiarities and differences, butThis quick guide is a good starting point to behave like a local when you're in a Cafè! 😁

23/10/2025

🌟 Partnership Announcement: Hotel Mozart, Rome! 🌟

Italy Desire is proud to partner with the exquisite Hotel Mozart in Rome! This exciting collaboration brings even more fantastic options for your clients' Italian adventures.

Located in the heart of the Eternal City, the Hotel Mozart is the ideal place to experience an unforgettable stay. With its elegant rooms, impeccable service, and a prime location near the main attractions, this 4-starred property is perfect for every type of traveler!

We're so excited to bring you this enhanced offering. Let us help you create the perfect Roman getaway for your clients! 😉

12/05/2025

*** The Sistine Chapel reopens tomorrow! ***

The Vatican Museums tour will now be complete again! 😉

28/04/2025

📢 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦𝐬!

Starting from 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, the 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐥 will be closed to the public for the needs of the 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐞, during which the cardinals will gather to elect the new Pope. Visits to the Vatican Gardens and the Necropolis of Via Triumphalis are also suspended.

🔔 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬:

- The date of the Conclave is set for 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟕, but it is not possible to predict when the Chapel will reopen.
- Preparation work has already begun, involving various professionals.


❌ 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝?
The rules of the Vatican Museums do not provide for refunds in case of the closure of a sector of the museum. This is clearly stated at the time of ticket purchase.

📞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭:
Despite the disappointment of many visitors who had planned their visit, museum staff have received hundreds of calls and emails, with most visitors showing understanding of the situation.

🙏 We hope that the new Pope will be elected soon and that the Sistine Chapel can reopen its doors! Thank you for your understanding and patience.

14/02/2025

...and you, have you ever skied at night next to a lava flow? 😁

This is Italy too! 😎

If you want to know more about Sicily (yes, that's Mount Etna, located between Catania and Taormina in Sicily), don't hesitate to contact us! 📧

09/02/2025

🌟 Book high-speed trains between Paris and Milan with Italy Desire! 🌟

Starting in April 2025, the high-speed rail service between Milan and Paris will be reactivated, which was interrupted in 2023 due to a landslide that made a tunnel along the route unusable!

Thanks to the 4 connections from Milan Centrale – Torino - Lyon - Paris Gare de Lyon, you can travel across the Alps every day with the quality of Italian and French high-speed trains!

Here are the departures:

Milan-Paris:
Departure from Milan at 6:25 AM, arrival in Paris at 1:22 PM
Departure from Milan at 3:53 PM, arrival in Paris at 10:37 PM

Paris-Milan:
Departure from Paris at 7:30 AM, arrival in Milan at 2:07 PM
Departure from Paris at 3:18 PM, arrival in Milan at 10:07 PM

Rates for individuals and groups, as always, are available upon request at [email protected] or via Facebook Messenger.

09/01/2025

🌟 **Attention! Important Update on Vatican Museums Tickets!** 🌟

Starting this year, ticket sales for the Vatican Museums are now open **6 months in advance**! 🗓️ This means that tickets for the peak season are already available for purchase.

If you're planning a **private** visit to the Vatican Museums, it's crucial to book your tickets well in advance. With the high demand (and some operators buying dozens of tickets to resell at inflated prices...🤬), you may find it challenging to secure your spot if you wait too long! 😱

" Desire" will continue to work diligently to secure skip-the-line entries at the desired time and date for your clients. However, if confirmations come in 2 or 3 months prior to the trip, we may encounter several sold-out dates. In such cases, we can offer one of our Small Group Tours, limited to a maximum of 20 participants, as an alternative. 🎨✨

22/12/2024

- BREAKING NEWS FROM FLORENCE!!! -
The Vasari Corridor in Florence reopened to the public on December 21, 2024, after being closed since 2016 for extensive restoration and safety upgrades.
https://youtu.be/LRIHctiSpBk?si=LuHgUF6OY560y1PQ

The Vasari Corridor is a covered passageway that connects the Uffizi Gallery with the Palazzo Pitti, allowing the Medici family to move safely between their residences.

The restoration process took eight years and included significant upgrades to ensure the corridor's safety and preservation. The reopening marks a major milestone for cultural heritage in Florence, allowing visitors to once again experience this iconic landmark.

The corridor is approximately 750 meters (0,45 miles) long and offers the opportunity to enjoy a unique view of Ponte Vecchio and the Arno River.

Contact us here or via email ([email protected]) for information on how to book entry or include the Vasari Corridor in a Florence tour!

Chiuso nel 2016 per consentire l’adeguamento alle norme di sicurezza, è stato interamente restaurato (l’ultimo intervento risale agli anni Novanta) e dal 21 ...

15/12/2024

Rankings like this usually make us smile a bit (who did they survey??? 😅), but we were struck by the fact that the top 3 cities are all destinations often underestimated by the vast majority of our clients.

Let’s talk about it!

🏆 Best Food Cities in the World 2024/25
According to the TasteAtlas Awards, here are the top cities celebrated for their exceptional cuisine:

Top 20 Food Cities
1. Naples 🇮🇹
2. Milan 🇮🇹
3. Bologna 🇮🇹
4. Florence 🇮🇹
5. Mumbai 🇮🇳
6. Rome 🇮🇹
7. Paris 🇫🇷
8. Vienna 🇦🇹
9. Turin 🇮🇹
10. Osaka 🇯🇵
11. Madrid 🇪🇸
12. New York 🇺🇸
13. Genoa 🇮🇹
14. Nice 🇫🇷
15. Lima 🇵🇪
16. Jakarta 🇮🇩
17. Kyoto 🇯🇵
18. Gaziantep 🇹🇷
19. Ferrara 🇮🇹
20. New Orleans 🇺🇸

For the full list of rankings, visit TasteAtlas: tasteatlas.com/best/cities

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20/11/2024

Subject: Discover Your Dream Italian Getaway! 🇮🇹

Dear Colleagues,

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Buon viaggio!