PACKING TIPS YOUR BAGS FOR YOUR TRIP TO ITALY
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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;

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CURED MEATS AN ITALIAN CULINARY TRADITION
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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!

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ITALIAN COFFEE CULTURE
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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)!

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I LOVE GELATO
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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.

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GENERAL TIPS FOR YOUR TRIP TO ITALY
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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. 

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ESSENTIAL WORDS FOR YOUR ITALIAN TRIP
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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. 

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DRIVING IN ITALY
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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.

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10 MISTAKES & MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT ITALIAN FOOD
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10 MISTAKES & MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT ITALIAN FOOD

We have compiled a list of the 10 biggest sins against Italian cuisine, so you can spot faux Italian cooking when dining out, and avoid angering locals during your trips to the peninsula. While recipes and foods customs can vary widely from region to region and town to town, Italians would agree that these are 10 capital sins:

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A DESSERT FOR EVERY REGION - NORTHERN ITALY
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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.

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CLASSIC ITALIAN COCKTAILS YOU NEED TO TRY
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CLASSIC ITALIAN COCKTAILS YOU NEED TO TRY

Nearly every ancient culture around the Mediterranean, the Egyptians, Romans, Persians consumed some kind of flatbread, it was everywhere in the Ancient World. The origin of the word “pizza”, comes from “pinsa” a word from the 9th century which comes from the verb “pinsere”, which means to beat or to press.

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