In the magnificent setting of the Colosseum Archaeological Park, and in the presence of institutional representatives, the incredible results of the initiative ‘Vespucci World Tour and Villaggio Italia 2023-2025’ were presented.
ARENA DI VERONA FOUNDATION
PROFILE OF THE EXCELLENCE
The Fondazione Arena di Verona, one of Italy’s fourteen Opera and Symphony Foundations, organises the world’s most renowned open-air opera festival, held every summer in the Arena di Verona. This extraordinary Roman amphitheatre — together with the legend of Romeo and Juliet — has made Verona one of Italy’s most beloved and visited cities. Every year, from June to September, the Arena hosts around fifty performances of opera, galas, and concerts, presenting the most celebrated works of the operatic repertoire, with particular attention to the masterpieces of Giuseppe Verdi. Since 1913, the year in which the Festival was inaugurated with Aida — considered the Arena’s signature opera, performed more than seven hundred times — the stage of Verona has welcomed the greatest performers of the international opera scene, enchanting millions of spectators from all over the world who continue to experience this unique magic under the stars.
For over fifty years, the Fondazione Arena di Verona has been distinguished by its permanent artistic ensemble, which includes an orchestra, choir, technical staff, and administrative team of the highest calibre. In addition to the prestigious summer festival, the Foundation organises, during the winter months, the Opera, Ballet and Symphony Seasons at the Teatro Filarmonico, as well as international concerts at major cultural venues and programmes dedicated to young people, schools, and music lovers.
THE EXCELLENCE WITHIN THE VILLAGGI ITALIA AND VILLAGGI IN ITALIA
At the Villaggi Italia in Doha and Abu Dhabi, the Fondazione Arena di Verona celebrated the grand Italian operatic tradition with concerts dedicated to the music of Giuseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puccini.
The international audience was invited on an emotional journey through the masterpieces of Italian opera, featuring arias from La Bohème, Rigoletto, Turandot and La Traviata, performed by soprano Eleonora Bellocci, tenor Carlo Raffaelli, baritone Youngjun Park, and pianist Federico Brunello.
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PRESS CONFERENCE VESPUCCI WORLD TOUR AND VILLAGGIO ITALIA 2023-2025
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15/09/2025
MAINTENANCE STOP AT THE LA SPEZIA ARSENAL
From July 2025, the Amerigo Vespucci is at the La Spezia Arsenal for an important maintenance period, essential to preserve its efficiency, safety, and timeless charm.
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01/07/2025
The Vespucci returns home to La Spezia
After two years away from home, the Vespucci returns to the port of La Spezia, ready to welcome visitors for one last moment of celebration of this extraordinary journey around the world.
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16/06/2025
The final stop of the Tour closes with 55,700 visitors at the Villaggio Italia in Genoa
The World Tour came to a close with the return of Villaggio Italia to Genoa, in its signature international format. A total of 56 hours open to the public featured film screenings, musical performances, and physical, digital, and immersive exhibitions.
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15/06/2025
1,750 drones honour the Amerigo Vespucci in Genoa
On June 10, a breathtaking drone show lit up the skies over Genoa to celebrate the return of the Amerigo Vespucci.
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11/06/2025
Grand Finale for the Amerigo Vespucci World Tour 2023–2025
A spectacular conclusion to the Tour with the “Meravigliosa” orchestra: 250 musicians on stage, 1,750 drones, and an unprecedented wave of emotion.
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11/06/2025
Welcome back to Genoa, Amerigo Vespucci!
Where it all began on July 1, 2023: the Vespucci returns to Genoa for the Italian Navy Day.
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10/06/2025
The Sixteenth Stop in Civitavecchia closes with 66,400 visitors at the Villaggio IN Italia
Great success for the Villaggio IN Italia in Civitavecchia: 57,500 people boarded the Amerigo Vespucci.
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03/06/2025
The Vespucci returns to La Spezia: a unique opportunity to come aboard from June 16 to 22
During its maintenance stop, the historic Training Ship of the Italian Navy will be open to visitors in La Spezia
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30/05/2025
The Arrival of the Vespucci in Civitavecchia
Sixteenth stop of the Mediterranean Tour: The Vespucci arrives in Civitavecchia.
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28/05/2025
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NORTH AMERICA
LOS ANGELES
3-8 July 2024
ASIA
TOKYO
26-30 August 2024
OCEANIA
DARWIN
5-7 October 2024
ASIA
SINGAPORE
24-28 October 2024
ASIA
MUMBAI
28 November - 2 December 2024
ASIA
DOHA
17-23 December 2024
ASIA
ABU DHABI
27 December 2024 - 3 January 2025
ASIA
JEDDAH
27 January - 2 February 2025