What you need to know when traveling to Italy

Italy is one of the most attractive travel destinations in the world. The unfortunate events brought about by COVID-19 aside, Italy is famed for its rich cultural history, fine dining, among many other tourist attractions. It is also a pretty open society that is welcoming to all. However, like every other travel destination, there are basics you need to understand about Italy for you to better plan your trip. Below are a few of them.

Narrow down on a few travel destinations

Italy is huge and unless you have an unlimited budget and time, it would be best to narrow down your trip to a few cities. Italy has such a rich cultural heritage that even if you were to visit a few places in a single city, you will still go home satisfied. For instance, from a glance at this Venice Italy travel guide, you will realize that the city of Venice has so much to offer to a tourist. Some of its most attractive aspects include the Libreria Acqua Alta bookstore, the bridge of sighs, and Canale Grande among others. If you dedicate your time to exploring Venice, you are guaranteed of time of your life. You can say the same of any other Italian city.

You can easily get lost in Italy

Some people fancy the idea of getting lost in a place as beautiful as Italy. It’s what memories are made of, right? Well, this may be true but it comes with risks, especially if you have never been to Italy or don’t understand Italian. As such, when planning for an adventurer drive through the twists and turns of the Cinque Terre, make sure to download an offline map. This way, you can always get back to safety in case things go wrong.

Northern and Southern Italy are different

Before you embark on a trip to Italy, be clear on the objective of your trip. If you are looking to enjoy a laid back feel while enjoying the sunset at the beach, then you should consider a trip to Southern Italy. However, if your trip is geared towards a mix of business and fun, you would do well by considering a trip to Northern Italy. It is the more industrial side of Italy that mirrors the rich side of Europe.

Learn a few Italian words and phrases

While you don’t need to take Italian classes for a one week trip to Italy, it wouldn’t hurt to acquaint yourself with a few Italian words and phrases. It would also help to understand a thing or two about Italian mannerisms. This can help you have an easier time during your stay in Italy. It can also help you get help faster in case you find yourself in emergencies while on tour.

If you follow the above tips, you should have a wonderful time on your trip to Italy. Of course, you also need to have a contingency budget, in case of an emergency.

Have you visited Italy before? Would you like to in the future?