If you find yourself wandering through the historic streets of Ancona, there is a new cultural stop that deserves a spot on your itinerary. Tucked away inside the majestic Chiesa del Gesù (Church of the Holy Name of Jesus), designed by the famous architect Vanvitelli, a unique permanent exhibition has Read more
We, Laura, Isabelle, and Elke, want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and hope that all your dreams for 2026 come true. Perhaps one of those dreams is a journey to our stunning Marche region? If so, we can’t wait to welcome you here next year! If you are Read more
La Morra is an ancient finger game, similar to rock-paper-scissors, that has been played for over 3,000 years throughout the Mediterranean. Watch the game in action here: It remains incredibly popular in Italy, particularly in our region of Le Marche. No wonder! Italy’s first written reference to the game dates Read more
Around August 15th, Ferragosto, some coastal towns in Le Marche celebrate the Festa del Mare – a festival dedicated to the sea. These events often feature a solemn mass, a boat procession out to sea, a ceremony in memory of those who lost their lives at sea, and sometimes a Read more
I have never given a credit to Italian markets until I started talking to some German friends… oh my, how much they love them! And frankly, I could never understand why! So let’s hear what Elke has to share with us on this matter: I’m all ears! In Italy I Read more
I have never visited Civitanova Marche and nor has Isabelle. But, lucky for your, Elke seems to be real passionate about this fishing village. Here is what she did when she went there:I like to visit Civitanova Marche because there is a large open-air shoe market there. This year I Read more