Hi, I’m Gianluca.
I studied cultural anthropology, and I’ve always been fascinated by the different ways people live, move, and experience a place.
Rome is not only my city – it’s the environment I love observing, understanding, and sharing through these small stories.
Together with my wife Connie, we host travellers in our small hotel near the Vatican, where we enjoy meeting people from all over the world and exchanging perspectives – just as I do here in the blog.
If you ever feel like saying hello while exploring Rome, you’ll find us on our terrace as well, where every morning we serve breakfast with a view.
Gianluca
As the Jubilee Year comes to its conclusion, Rome prepares for one of its most symbolic events: the closing of the Holy Doors of its four Papal Basilicas.
For pilgrims and travelers alike, this moment marks the end of a sacred journey—one that blends faith, history, and the timeless beauty of Rome.
Official Closing Dates of the Holy Doors
- St Mary Major Basilica – Closing: December 28, 2025
- St John Lateran Basilica – Closing: December 28, 2025
- St Paul Outside the Walls – Closing: December 28, 2025
- St Peter’s Basilica – Closing: January 6, 2026
Experience This Moment from the Heart of Rome
Staying within walking distance of St Peter’s Basilica allows you to experience the Jubilee’s final moments in a more intimate way—early mornings, quiet evenings, and the unique atmosphere that only this historic district can offer.
The Closing of the Holy Doors in Rome: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Jubilee Moment
As the Jubilee Year comes to its conclusion, Rome prepares for one of its most symbolic events: the closing of the Holy Doors of its four Papal Basilicas.
For pilgrims and travelers alike, this moment marks the end of a sacred journey—one that blends faith, history, and the timeless beauty of Rome.
📅 Official Closing Dates of the Holy Doors
- St Mary Major Basilica – Closing: December 28, 2025
- St John Lateran Basilica – Closing: December 28, 2025
- St Paul Outside the Walls – Closing: December 28, 2025
- St Peter’s Basilica – Closing: January 6, 2026
Experience This Moment from the Heart of Rome
Staying within walking distance of St Peter’s Basilica allows you to experience the Jubilee’s final moments in a more intimate way—early mornings, quiet evenings, and the unique atmosphere that only this historic district can offer.