PACKING TIPS YOUR BAGS FOR YOUR TRIP TO ITALY
When visiting Italy most people visit 3 or 4 major cities in the same trip, often using high speed rail to move from city to city, therefore, we recommend making your luggage as light and practical as possible, to facilitate mobility. Remember, there are laundromats in Italy and many hotels offer a cleaning service;
CURED MEATS AN ITALIAN CULINARY TRADITION
Whether you are eating in a restaurant or in a typical trattoria, you will always find a tagliere, which translates to “cutting board”, full of local specialty cured meats, cheeses, crostini, and olives. A tagliere can also be served as a snack during aperitivo, and pairs perfectly with a bottle of red wine!
ITALIAN COFFEE CULTURE
Coffee can be found everywhere: from the busiest urban city centers to the most isolated countryside village. It is cheap, delicious and fast (which is actually where the word espresso comes from)!
I LOVE GELATO
The afternoon snack known as merenda is a long standing Italian tradition practiced by people of all ages: students just out of school, workers on a break, grandma on her afternoon walk. Gelato is definitely the go-to snack during a merenda.
GENERAL TIPS FOR YOUR TRIP TO ITALY
If you are visiting Italy's major cities and tourist attractions, chances are, you'll be spending a lot of time walking and on your feet. Be prepared, bring comfortable shoes, and keep a water bottle handy, especially in the summer months.
ESSENTIAL WORDS FOR YOUR ITALIAN TRIP
Despite our lackluster reputation, English is spoken in all of the more touristy parts of Italy. Wherever you may travel, learning some basic words and greetings in the local language will enhance your experience, locals will usually appreciate the effort and sometimes it will get you better treatment; Italy is no exception.
DRIVING IN ITALY
Like we mentioned earlier, tourist attractions that are near major cities are usually well connected via public transport, or if you rather go with a guide and maybe make some new friends, you can simply book a tour.
TRY A DISH FOR EVERY REGION -(Part one) NORTHERN ITALY
Are you ready to embark on a journey through the 20 Italian regions? Don't leave your appetite at home! This series will be divided into three parts, starting with part one in northern Italy, and working our way down the boot through central Italy, and finally to southern Italy.
A DESSERT FOR EVERY REGION - NORTHERN ITALY
While perhaps better known for its savory dishes, Italy also has a rich history and wide variety of sweets, the flavours and textures of which vary widely from region to region. From the Bonèt of Piemonte to the Sicilian Cannoli, the peninsula has a huge variety of desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.