2020 marks the 500th anniversary of the death of artist Raffaello Sanzio—better known as Raphael, and, similar to museum exhibitions and celebrations surrounding Leonardo da Vinci’s anniversary in 2019, Raphael will be the star of the show this year. 

Useful reading for planning your trip to Italy in 2020.

Hire a consultant of Well Traveled, all current residents in Italy, who are serving up a starter pack of travel hacks that will take the “tourist” target off of your back, and allow you to enjoy the country like the locals do.

According to Italian traditions, Befana is an old woman who gives presents throughout the country on the night of January 5, also known as the Epiphany Eve.