Navigating The Jubilee Year of Hope

Renowned EWTN Catholic Talk Show Host and Italy Aficionado Offers Insider Tips for American Travelers

IRONDALE, Ala., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On Christmas Eve 2024, Pope Francis will be opening the Holy Doors at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, ushering in what is known as a Jubilee Year, dedicated as a "Year of Hope." As witnessed with the rededication of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, many are longing to reconnect with history, beauty, faith and tradition. Up to 40 million people are expected to be in Rome for the Jubilee Year. Noted EWTN Catholic talk show host and half-time Italy resident, Teresa Tomeo, is available for comment on this special celebration and how Americans can best navigate traveling to this most beloved destination during the Jubilee Year.

"Every New Year we look for a fresh start. The Jubilee Year offers the ultimate opportunity for hope and renewal, as it's meant for pilgrims and travelers to be a year of forgiveness, reconciliation, celebrated in both Jewish and Catholic traditions. Travelers need to prepare for larger than normal crowds, pack their patience, and to be willing to go off the beaten path for a well-rounded Italy experience," says Tomeo.

Tomeo is an award-winning author of 14 books, including two Italy-themed books; the second, Italy's Shrines and Wonders is forthcoming in early 2025. Since founding T's Italy, Tomeo coaches hundreds of travelers each year is available for interviews to discuss the following:

• Navigating Rome with Insider Tips on Italy Travel
• The Ins and Outs of a Jubilee Year
• Faith Factor: More Americans are open to exploring faith more than ever before
• Economic Impact: Americans are feeling more positive
  about the future economy and, as a result, are pursuing international travel, with Rome and Italy at the top of their travel bucket list.
• Italy's Shrines and Wonders: Discovering the Gems off Italy's Beaten Path

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SOURCE EWTN Global Catholic Network