The New York Times27d
As Rome Prepares for a Tourist Surge, Residents Fear Losing the City’s Soul
The Catholic Jubilee in 2025 is expected to draw 32 million visitors. Officials are proud of the city’s accompanying makeover, but residents lament soaring housing costs and changes in Rome’s ...
dw11d
Tourist Trevi Fountain coins help poor in Rome
Throwing a coin into Italy's famous Trevi Fountain in Rome is supposed to bring good luck. The money collected is scooped up for a good cause. Rome's Trevi Fountain attracts money — lots of money.
The New York Times27d
The Timeless Spell of Rome’s Oldest Churches
During the upcoming Jubilee year, millions of Christian pilgrims will flock to the Eternal City’s innumerable holy places. Here are five gorgeous churches that may offer a less-crowded experience.
The Washington Post27d
Pope Francis launches jubilee, bringing pilgrims and grumbling to Rome
One of the jubilee projects is a walkway from Castel Sant'Angelo to St. Peter's Square. (Alessandro Penso for The Washington Post) Opening the Holy Doors of St. Peter’s Basilica on Christmas Eve ...
PBS26d
Pope Francis kicks off yearlong Jubilee that will test his stamina and Rome’s tourism
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis kicked off the 2025 Holy Year on Tuesday, inaugurating a celebration of the Catholic Church that is expected to draw some 32 million pilgrims to Rome in a test ...
CNN28d
Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopens after renovation work in time for the Jubilee Holy Year
Rome (AP) — Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopened Sunday after three months of renovations, just in time for the inauguration of the 2025 Jubilee Holy Year that is expected to draw millions of ...
Religion News Service28d
Rome and the Vatican prepare to inaugurate the 2025 Jubilee
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Over 35 million pilgrims are expected to visit Rome in 2025 seeking forgiveness of sins and a chance to see the pope. VATICAN CITY (RNS) — On Christmas Eve, Pope Francis ...
The Globe and Mail29d
Rome’s Trevi Fountain restored in time for Jubilee year
Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopened Sunday after three months of renovations, just in time for the inauguration of the 2025 Jubilee Holy Year that is expected to draw millions of visitors.
rediff.com7d
Govt hopes to put Maha Kumbh Mela on global tourism map
The ministry of tourism is beckoning people to visit Prayagraj and explore the Maha Kumbh Mela that begins from Monday. Expected to host over 40 crore devotees from across the globe, this 45-day ...
Lifehacker24d
Budget for a 'Tourist Tax' When You Visit These Places in 2025
Many travelers are used to paying taxes and fees on hotel bills without much thought, but in many countries, a "tourist tax" may be assessed in other places during your stay. Tourist taxes are ...
Rome's Jubilee is expected to attract 32 million people. Here's why — and how to avoid the crowds
Jubilees are typically celebrated every 25 years in the Catholic Church. Here's why, including tips on where to stay, what to ...