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Summer Sips: Caffè Culture in Italy (and Perugia!)

Studying abroad in Italy means embracing a whole new way of doing everyday things—especially when it comes to coffee. Forget the oversized iced drinks and complicated flavor shots. In Italy, caffè culture is simple, social, and deeply rooted in tradition—and...

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Perugia in the Summer: Culture, Nature, and Food

Perugia, nestled in the heart of Umbria, truly comes alive in the summer. This vibrant city, with its rich tapestry of cultural festivities, historical treasures, and breathtaking natural landscapes, serves as an ideal destination for those eager to immerse themselves...

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Summer Day Trips by Train from Perugia: Explore Assisi, Spoleto, and Passignano sul Trasimeno

Summer is the most vibrant season in Perugia. With open-air concerts on the streets, food festivals, and mind-blowing sunsets from the portals of the medieval town, it's hard to get used to such beauty. However, the region offers even more...

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A Travel Guide for Every Traveller In and Out of Perugia: Navigating Trains, Buses, and Airports

An opinion piece by Elke Schrenk, Spring 2026 Planning travel can be stressful, especially in a new country. While in the US we are well accustomed to long road trips in our own cars, in Italy public transportation is the...

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Perugia Is Ready to Celebrate San Costanzo: What You Need to Know

San Costanzo is the patron saint of Perugia, and every year at the end of January the city comes together to celebrate his life through religious ceremonies and cultural events.The official celebration takes place on January 29th, which is a...

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Welcome to Perugia: Spring 2026 Begins

The Spring 2026 semester has officially begun, and we are delighted to welcome our largest cohort of students yet. Here’s a look at what happened during the first week at school. First of All: Let’s Learn Italian! Immersion Italian Week...

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