With another heatwave around the corner, long-time Italy resident Laura Ricci shares the wisdom she’s gleaned from friends and neighbours about staying fresh in the hot summer months.
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Updated: Mon 27 Jul 2026 14:54 CET
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Keeping shutters closed in the day is key for staying cool in an Italian summer. Photo by Eugeniya Belova on Unsplash
With another heatwave around the corner, long-time Italy resident Laura Ricci shares the wisdom she’s gleaned from friends and neighbours about staying fresh in the hot summer months.
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