A country in southern Europe most known for its classical historic sites, food, and the Alps in the north.
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Going to Italy for 2 days then back to UK for 4 days then to France for 2 weeks. Which embassy should I apply to for my Schengen visa? [duplicate]
I've got a dilemma. I am going on my holiday to France for two weeks in July but few days before that I need to fly to Italy for 2 days. So my traveling plan is: going to Italy for two days then back ...
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Italian equivalent to French St. Tropez or Spanish Marbella?
You got these rich people orientated tourist beach towns like Marbella in Spain and St. Tropez in France.
My question is, which town/city is the Italian equivalent of Marbella or St. Tropez?
I mean, ...
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Is it possible to buy unlimited 3G/4G internet in Italy?
I'm going to rent house in Italy for several months. I do plan to work there so I need a lot of internet every day. I will probably spent 10 Giga every day or even more. But ~70% of the houses in ...
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Renting an apartment for 2-3 months in Italy
I've used the Habitaclia for renting apartments in Spain short/medium term (2-3 months).
I am looking to do the same in Italy. I've tried AirBnB but it seems to be geared for even shorter durations ...
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Is €16 per gelato a common scam for Rome? [closed]
Rome tourist rip-off: four ice creams, [Australian] $82 says that people were charged €16 per gelato for take-away gelatos, at Cafeteria Antica Roma. Based on the Trip Advisor reviews for the place, ...
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Tips for travelling in Europe? [closed]
We are planning a trip through Europe in September. We are going on a cruise that will stop in Spain, France, Croatia and Italy. We are also going to be staying in Paris, France for a week after the ...
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How to get to the airport in Venice, Italy early in the morning?
I am staying near St Marks Basilica. Need to fly from Marco Polo at 6:30 AM in the morning for an international flight, meaning that I have to be at the airport by 5. How do I get there, that early?
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What should I do to apply for a Schengen visa without income tax return?
I would like to apply for a Schengen visa to travel to Florence, Italy between 30th June to 8th July where I will be attending EuroPython. My request for the grant has been approved by EuroPython ...
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Eurail Pass from Lyon to Milan
I plan to buy a Eurail pass that enables me to travel from France to Italy. I plan to buy the France-Italy Rail Pass, but I don't know whether I would need to buy an extra pass because from my ...
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Buying tickets for travelling by train in Italy [closed]
I am planning a trip to Italy this June and my itinerary is as follows.
19 June Reaching Rome
21 June Leaving for Florence.
24 June Leaving for Venice.
26 June Leaving for Milan.
I want ...
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How will our November trip in Italy be affected by the quake in May, 2012?
We are flying into Venice, taking a train to Florence (via Bologna), side trip to Pisa and then flying out of Rome.
Other than heartfelt feelings for those who suffered, can we expect delays, ...
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Travel Tips for Italy: Florence, Venice, Rome and Cinque Terre [closed]
I am travelling Italy in May!
Would love your favorites to see, explore, and enjoy!
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Getting from Livorno Centrale station to Moby ferry
I am about to book a "Moby Ferries" ferry from Livorno to Olbia (Sardinia).
Ferry departs at 22:00. The FRECCIABIANCA train arrives at 19:44.
Is it manageable to get from the train station to ferry ...
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Description of overnight train from Paris to Italy?
I'm currently living in Paris and want to meet up with some friends of mine in Italy. I would love to experience an overnight train. I found a train to Milan on Intercités de Nuit, and I am tempted to ...
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What visa should I apply for as an Au Pair?
On June 20 I am backpacking around Europe for almost 3 months with friends and then I will be living in Italy for 3 months as an Au Pair. I am unsure what visa I will need to apply for.
Will I need ...
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What are the rules for renting a car in Italy?
I am traveling to Italy next month and part of my trip is to Florence. I would like to rent a car for the day to see the countryside in Tuscany. Some sites I've read say I have to have an ...
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Arriving in Venice - Single American Woman
I am traveling to Italy at the end of April/beginning of May and I am traveling alone. I have never been to Europe or traveled anywhere internationally (Canada and Mexico excluded). My flight takes me ...
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Public transport from Venice to Arabba
What are the options for public transport to get from Venice (city centre) to the ski resort Arabba on February 23rd (Saturday), return a week later on March 2nd?
I saw a ski shuttle bus mentioned ...
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Travelling from London to Italy's Amalfi Coast. Better to fly or take the train?
Is it cheaper to fly to Naples and take the train from there? How is the Euro rail experience from London to Italy? Would there be a lot of train transfers? Also, if anyone has a recommendation for ...
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Photo ski-passes in Arabba Italy
Are ski-passes in Arabba issued for a particular person (i.e. do they have a photo associated with them)? Does it apply to all durations?
Also are there any free lifts near the town (to teach the ...
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Single/Multiple entry Schengen Visa for visiting Italy and Croatia
I am from India, and I plan to visit Europe for a month. I will be starting with Switzerland, and then I plan to go to Croatia.
If I have a single entry Schengen Visa, go to Croatia, will I be ...
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Crossing the French/Italian (Chamonix/Cormayeur) border via cable car
My partner and I will be travelling through Chamonix on the 25th of April, and we were wanting to travel via cable car through to Courmayeur. Are there cable cars that allow us to travel from Chamonix ...
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What is the fastest way to get from Courmayeur/Aosta to Milan?
We will be crossing the Italian/French border through Mont Blanc via cable cars, which we heard through Rick Steve's article: From France to Italy over Mont Blanc.
We will be starting off in Chamonix ...
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Car Rental in Italy - Locauto [closed]
Has anyone used the car rental company Locauto? It seems to be an expensive rental car company in Italy, but there are some mixed reviews online, and I'm curious to hear if its a company I should rent ...
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Is the Italian taxi industry still highly regulated/restricted?
I am researching a trip to rural Tuscany in the summer. It might be necessary to get taxis around. How common are taxis in Italy/Tuscany?
Here in Ireland, the taxi industry used to be highly ...
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What are the limits on value of goods during customs in Italy?
I am travelling to Italy to meet some friends and will be taking small-ish electronics like Kindles/e readers as a gift. Is there a limit on the value of goods? Where can I find information on the ...
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STATI Schengen : What does it mean
I am going to Europe for my honeymoon. My entry and exit is from Rome.
My Visa says Stati Schengen, Type C.
I understand Type C is for short term travel. Can anyone help me understand Stati means ?
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Rome to Paris by train
Can anyone tell me how can I book Rome to Paris train ticket? I am trying
Trenitalia website
but not getting any results.
I want the fastest train, preferably running during the daytime.
Also, can ...
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What does “copy of itinerary” mean when applying for a Schengen visa?
The Italian consulate website says under requirements for a Schengen visa:
Applicants for short term visas (up to 90 days) must also present an itinerary of their trip.
What does this ...
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Weekend in Turin or Genova?
I live in Lyon an plan on spending a long "romantic/relaxing" weekend (3-4 days) in Italy with my gf.
The thing is I want to get there by train, which means I'm pretty limited in my choice: the city ...
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Validity of UK passport required to visit Italy
I am planning a trip to Italy in January of 2012. I am just wondering if I will be allowed to enter the country as my UK passport has less than 6 months remaining until it is due to be renewed.
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Public transport from Treviso airport to Lavarone
We are planning a skiing trip in Lavarone Italy. We are going to land at Treviso Airport however we don't know if there is any public transport available. Any idea where we can find any information?
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Finland,Latvia, Italy..best place to live in? [closed]
Which of these would you consider as a best place to live in for a short period of time (summer) including cost of living, work, culture, nightlife etc..?
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Passo Giau parking fee
I'm trying to estimate costs of my car trip, and I'm wondering how much does it cost to leave your car at Passo Giau in Dolomites. If you don't know exact fee, just give me an estimate.
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Hiring a Ferrari in Italy
I am planning a trip to Italy, and would like to hire a Ferrari for a day. I am aware that this will be expensive.
What should I watch out for? When the deductible is 80,000 Euros, I'd assume it's ...
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Florence Pass for museum, historical places and public transport?
I plan to visit Florence, Italy during May. I would be staying in the city for 3 days, visiting all the places that worth a visit, and do it in a cheap manner.
So I wonder whether is there a ...
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Do I need to stamp my Trenitalia/Trenord tickets?
Is buying a ticket enough? Do I have to stamp ("convalidare") it? What if all the stamping machines are broken? What if I didn't have the time to stamp my ticket?
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What to expect from the Ferrari Museum in Maranello
I'm planning to visit the Museo Ferrari in Maranello and I want to know if I would be able to sit in the racing cars (especially the F1-single-seaters).
If I want to avoid the confusion of the big ...
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How to get from Genoa to Cinque Terre?
According to e.g. Wikitravel, there should be "regular local trains with high frequency" from Genoa (Genova) but it doesn't give any details.
Which of the five villages can I get to by train from ...
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Tickets for the Italian F1 Grand Prix at Monza [closed]
I'm looking for the buying the general admission tickets for the Italian F1 Grand Prix weekend. I have the following questions
Can I hope to get a good view with the general admission tickets?
Are ...
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How difficult is train travel in Italy?
We will be in Italy (for the first time) this week! :-)
Our itinerary is:
17th - 20th Venice
20th - 22nd Florence
22nd - 22nd Pisa (quick view of the Leaning Tower)
22nd - 26th Rome
So as you can ...
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What is the cheapest way to travel from Italy to Japan? [closed]
In city for relaxing, for tourism and learning Japanese language,for 3 months,
what city best to choose,whats place to live -hotel,flat.........
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How can I go to a thermal bath in Merano?
Do I need to book a room from a hotel?
Are there any public ones?
What is the cost?
Should I expect nudity in saunas?
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Can tourists visit the Citadel of Alessandria?
A recent question about the Lille Citadelle reminded me of my travels in Italy a decade ago where I was wandering around the outskirts of Alessandria and found a huge old citadel that was seemingly ...
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Can I visit the castles/fortresses in the mountains around Turin, Northern Italy?
Three years ago I traveled from Turin to Paris by train, and saw amazing old castles all across the mountains. Are any of them available for a visit? I'm going to rent a car so the transport won't be ...
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Is it normal to have something added to the bill in a restaurant in Italy?
I was in a restaurant in Rome and after I got the bill I saw that beside the regular 8€ for spaghetti I ordered there was an additional position that said:
una persona 1.5€
When I asked the waiter ...
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What is the best way to get from Venice Mestre to Lido di Jesolo with a roadbike?
I will arrive in Venice by train at the Mestre station, from there I want to get to Lido di Jesolo with my roadbike. What are my options?
I was considering getting to Venice from Mestre on foot or ...
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Does it make more sense to stay in Lido or Venice?
We'll be in Italy in early October, and plan to stay about 1-2 nights in Venice.
For me, Venice is one of those places where you just HAVE to see if you're in Italy. Kind of like the Great Wall in ...
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Search engine of Italian buses
Is there one search engine of scheduled buses in Italy, where I can search timetables of any bus company? Or, if not all of them, at least significant number of companies.
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Visiting Canada from Italy with a trip to Mexico
Note that this is likely a novice question. A couple is visiting Canada from Italy, presumably on a single-entry Visa obtained upon arrival in Canada. In between their arrival and final departure from ...
