A country in southern Europe most known for its classical historic sites, food, and the Alps in the north.
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What unit of Euro coins/banknote does Rome use the most and what they don't accept normally?
I am travelling to Rome, planning to carry 200 Euro cash, so I want to know coins/banknote they commonly use, so I know what to carry. Do they even use 1 Euro daily?
In other countries I know there ...
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How shall we travel from Milan to Rome in 8 days? [closed]
We are 5 people and are going to Milan on August. Our trip is 7 days and we will be leaving from Rome. We plan to stay 2 days in Milan, 3 in Rome, and 2 somewhere between (probably Florence). What is ...
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What is the best approach to getting seat reservations when interrailing in northern Italy?
We will be interrailing in northern Italy late July. We would like to plan as little as possible but we have a couple of hotels and bnbs booked already so we will have to be sure to get to each one on ...
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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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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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Is it possible to do the whole turn of the Mont Blanc (TMB) by bike? [migrated]
I was planning on making the famous TMB, "Tour du Mont Blanc" by bike ? Is it possible ? Is it authorized ? What are your recommandations ?
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Single room in a hotel for a party of 4 if we check out in the evening?
I'll be arriving in Milan, Italy by train from Rome around 12:00 and have to leave for the airport at around 21:00 the same day. I'm with my family of 4 and thought of booking a hotel room essentially ...
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How to move between Venice and nearby islands?
How to travel between Venice and other islands, eg. Murano, Saint'Erasmo, La Giudecca? Is there any public transport lines between these islands? And do they come often?
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Where should I stay in the Mediterranean/South Europe in September? [closed]
I want to stay somewhere for 3-5 nights somewhere in south Europe. Right now I'm thinking about Italy, France or Croatia, leaning mostly towards Croatia.
I'm looking for:
A nice, uncrowded beach
A ...
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Motorboat rental in Lazio, Italy
I am wondering, does anyone know where and how to get a reasonably priced motorboat rental?
I would like to find a motorboat between 30-40 HP (so no license is needed) at Gaeta / Anzio / Formia / ...
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What's the cheapest public transportation option to get from Ventimiglia to Antibes (in Italy)?
I want to get from Ventimiglia to Antibes using public transport.
I know that the TER train costs about 10 Euros. Is there a cheaper way (a bus maybe?)
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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 stay overnight at the Ventimiglia train station
Specifically, between midnight and 5 AM.
I understand that the station might be closed, but Roma Termini closes in the night too, and we were allowed to stay overnight there after showing the ...
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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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Are there Italian customs that a North American should be aware of?
I'll be traveling to Rome and Venice in late September; are there any physical gestures, meal customs, thanking policies, and so forth that I should be aware of?
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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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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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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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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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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 ...
