https://pressroom.prlog.org/Monasteriesdotcom/ Monasteries.com Latest Press Releases https://www.prlog.org/13102769-rome-alone-women-can-feel-safe-visiting-the-eternal-city-solo-this-autumn-and-christmas.html Rome is Europe's second most visited city and one that women can feel particularly safe visiting alone, particularly if they stay in one of the many welcoming monastery and convent-owned guest houses in the city, says a leading travel expert.Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:37:44 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13098752-jubilee-2025-not-the-year-anyone-expected-but-visitors-are-still-flocking-to-romes-events.html Around 30-35 million extra people were expected to visit Rome for this year's historic Catholic Jubilee celebrations.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:04:54 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13089496-astrotourism-is-set-to-enjoy-4-4bn-boom-with-spains-monasteries-among-the-brightest-stars.html When it comes to new holiday trends, things are literally looking up. Millions of holidaymakers are seeking out dark sky destinations away from the glare of city lights.Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:17:02 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13075724-as-up-to-250000-visitors-flock-to-rome-to-see-new-pope-monastery-may-be-the-best-place-to-stay.html Record numbers of visitors were already expected in Rome this month to attend this year's historic Catholic Jubilee. Now many more of the world's 1.4bn Catholics are arriving in the Eternal City to see the newly elected Pope.Thu, 08 May 2025 10:05:23 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13071022-the-kings-vatican-visit-goes-ahead-as-record-numbers-flock-to-rome-for-jubilee-2025.html The King and Queen's planned meeting with Pope Francis, organised to mark this year's historic Catholic Jubilee, went ahead yesterday (9 April). It was initially cancelled because of the Pope's ill health.Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:55:59 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13064056-1-in-4-brits-including-4-in-10-under-30s-feel-lonely-could-monastery-stay-be-the-antidote.html A major new survey held by the Government's Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals 25% (1 in in 4) British adults feel lonely always, often or some of the time. 7% feel lonely always or often and 18% some of the time.Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:05:30 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13059428-the-insiders-guide-to-visiting-rome-for-jubilee-2025.html Record numbers of visitors are expected to make the pilgrimage to Rome to join the celebrations for this year's historic Catholic Jubilee. It's one of the world's oldest celebrations, tracing its history back to the year 1300.Thu, 30 Jan 2025 11:19:41 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13055738-new-year-reset-39-of-brits-are-planning-spiritual-holiday-in-2025.html For many Brits it was a fraught 2024, so it's no surprise that an increasing number of us, over one in 3, are planning a spiritual getaway this year.Wed, 08 Jan 2025 11:21:51 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13048314-spend-christmas-in-monastery-the-ultimate-seasonal-great-escape.html It seems that Christmas goods started to appear on supermarket shelves earlier than ever this year and festive TV ads launched in October.Fri, 15 Nov 2024 12:25:32 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13045732-record-crowds-are-expected-to-visit-rome-in-2025-for-jubilee-year-celebrations.html Next year could see record numbers of visitors to Rome joining the celebrations for  the historic Catholic Jubilee. It's one of the world's oldest celebrations, tracing its history back to the year 1300.Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:23:08 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13044365-all-roads-lead-to-rome-as-new-city-guide-reveals-where-to-stay-and-visit-this-autumn.html Every summer, crowds of people flock to Rome's ancient attractions and restaurants and accommodation can reach sky-high prices.Mon, 21 Oct 2024 16:37:54 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13039554-secret-gardens-how-to-visit-europes-little-known-but-breathtaking-monastic-gardens.html Traditionally, the cloisters, kitchen gardens and herb beds of Europe's monasteries were places for monks and nuns to meditate and work.Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:09:21 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13030924-wine-chocolate-and-sweets-the-unexpected-delights-of-visit-to-monastery.html It might seem a contradiction for holidaymakers in search of fine foods and intriguing wines to head for Britain and Continental Europe's monasteries and abbeys but, in fact, many have a tradition of brewing, confectionary-making and crafts stretching...Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:21:07 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13028815-take-uk-pilgrimage-to-inspire-your-own-canterbury-tales.html While pilgrimages may sound as much a part of history as the Black Death and witchcraft trials they are, in fact, booming in popularity, appealing to walkers and those seeking a spiritual adventure.Thu, 11 Jul 2024 09:54:33 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13026909-pilgrims-progress-pilgrimages-have-soared-in-popularity-by-659000-since-the-1970s.html As recently as the early 1980's, Europe's pilgrim trails were in danger of being forgotten yet, today, they have become hugely popular with people looking to bring meaning to their travels, according to new research.Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:32:40 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13025059-24-of-brits-feel-lonelier-now-than-during-covid-could-more-spiritual-holiday-help.html The latest Wellbeing figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal many people are lonelier and unhappier than during the Covid pandemic.Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:48:57 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13021697-follow-in-the-footsteps-of-shardlake-by-staying-in-an-historic-monastery.html The popular Shardlake series of novels follows a crime-solving lawyer's adventures during the Reformation. They have now won many new admirers, thanks to the popularity of the hit Disney+ TV series 'Shardlake'.Wed, 22 May 2024 09:44:08 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13019934-20-million-extra-visitors-will-flock-to-rome-for-historic-jubilee.html Pope Francis will today (Thursday, 9 May) read a new Papal Bull at Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome revealing the details of next year's Catholic Jubilee.Thu, 09 May 2024 16:32:33 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13017869-88-of-women-have-felt-unsafe-travelling-solo-no-wonder-many-are-developing-the-abbey-habit.html An analysis of recent research by the specialist accommodation finder Monasteries.com reveals solo women travellers outnumber solo male travellers by 67% to 37%.Thu, 25 Apr 2024 12:17:28 GMT