| Italy is a well known idyllic vacation destination | | | | from non-EU countries will require International |
| where tourists are guaranteed a perfect holiday. | | | | insurance. |
| However, it is always advisable to be careful and | | | | 5 - Make sure you pack practical clothing such as |
| ensure a hassle free journey by considering the | | | | comfortable shoes, light sweaters and coats for |
| following tips and advice. | | | | Italy always enjoys a pleasant climate. However, |
| 1 - A holidaymakers should always have a valid | | | | some places and functions may require formal |
| passport with them at all times. While a visa is not | | | | attire, so make sure you take some with you as |
| usually necessary if you have visited the country | | | | well on your trip. |
| less than 3 months before, for those who do | | | | 6 - It is best to avoid drinking tap water while |
| require visa it is advisable to always keep copies | | | | holidaying in Italy as it can be chlorinated. Stick to |
| of your passport, visa and other important | | | | bottled water as a safer option. |
| documents with you. Keep them separate from | | | | 7 - The good news is all major credit cards are |
| the originals. | | | | acceptable in Italy such as American Express, |
| 2 - It is better to leave a copy of your trip | | | | MasterCard and Visa Card in all hotels, |
| planner with your family and close friends, so that | | | | restaurants, shops, shopping malls etc. Be careful |
| in case of an emergency you can be contacted | | | | and mindful of your purse, handbag, knapsacks |
| by them. Make sure to mention the places you | | | | and wallets at all times and always double check |
| intend to visit, the hotels you will be staying at | | | | that your cards are returned to you and that you |
| and other important information. | | | | have them in your possession at all times. |
| 3 - Learn some basic but important Italian phrases | | | | 8 - Always make sure that you exchange your |
| as English is not widely spoken in Italy. Some basic | | | | money at recognized money changing agents |
| phrases are given below: | | | | only. There are money changers available at the |
| Buongiorno - Good day | | | | banks as well and this can be done every |
| Buonasera - Good evening/afternoon - it is | | | | weekday between 8.30 am and 1.30pm. |
| customary to use one of these greetings when | | | | 9- Transport in Italy is quite convenient with |
| entering small shops | | | | coaches, trains, buses being the most commonly |
| Arrivederci - Goodbye | | | | used modes. Most towns in Italy can be reached |
| Per favore - Please | | | | through public transport, so when traveling make |
| Grazie - Thank you | | | | sure you have enough Euros with you, so you |
| Scusi - Excuse me | | | | can pay for your transport. |
| Parla inglese? - Do you speak English? | | | | 10 - Even if you are not carrying your laptop do |
| Non parlo italiano - I don't speak Italian | | | | not worry as you can stay connected always. |
| Dov'è il bagno? - Where's the bathroom? | | | | There are cyber cafes all over Italy, while hotels |
| 4 - If you are planning on driving yourself around | | | | too usually provide excellent communication |
| while on holiday in Italy, make sure you have a | | | | services. |
| valid International Driver's License. Also citizens | | | | |