Italy Tourist Offices
July 12, 2010 by ItalyVac
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Should you find yourself in Italy and a bit lost, fear not. There are many tourist offices in Italy where you can get maps, help and other information. Below is a listing of several tourist offices across Italy along with their URL. The following list of Italy tourist offices has been listed in alphabetical order.
ALBA Tours Italy
July 16, 2008 by ItalyVac
Filed under Attractions, Essential Information
Many independent Italy travelers simply book their flight, hotel and zoom away for a fun-filled vacation. But if it’s your first time to Italy, I’d recommend thinking about going via a vacation package. There are many companies that offer Italy vacations and Italy tour packages. ALBA Tours Italy is one of those companies. ALBA Tours [...]
Italy Duty-Free, Duty-Paid Guidelines
July 2, 2008 by ItalyVac
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When it’s time to leave the wonderful land of Italy, you’ll most likely be taking back some mementos, clothing, etc. If you’re a UK or US citizen, here’s some quick information about Duty-paid allowances.
Best Time to Visit Italy
July 2, 2008 by ItalyVac
Filed under Essential Information, Travel Italy
Like any good vacationer, you want to know when to go and not go to Italy. Is there a bad time to visit this wonderful country? The question of when to visit Italy is tough to answer without knowing you. Do you consider weather only? Do you factor in Italy tourists? Perhaps both? With that [...]
Italy Car Hire
February 25, 2008 by ItalyVac
Filed under Essential Information, Travel Italy
Italy is one of the best places on earth to visit. But, if there’s one thing you should know about Italy, it’s that some areas are a nightmare to travel through. And that’s where hiring a car comes in.
Florence Travel Tips
June 4, 2007 by ItalyVac
Filed under Essential Information, Travel Italy
Traveling to a city for the first time—especially if it’s a different country—can be more than a little intimidating. With Florence, Italy, there’s the excitement of visiting a historic city, but the fear of missing something.
Sure, you can arrive in Florence and just wing it, but will you really enjoy your time? Here are some items that you should think about before embarking on your Florence vacation. I’ve put together four great Florence travel tips to get you started.
Perugia Travel Guide
May 27, 2007 by ItalyVac
Filed under Attractions, Essential Information, Travel Italy
Perugia is a lovely Italian city located in the mountainous Umbrian region. As with many Mediterranean areas, you can expect hot summers and cold winters. There are many great reasons why you should visit the city of Perugia. Let’s take a look:
Roman Coliseum
December 7, 2006 by ItalyVac
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The Roman Coliseum is perhaps one of the most famous pieces of architecture in the world. This awesome structure was once used by perhaps the greatest empire the world has ever seen. The Roman Coliseum, also known as the Flavius amphitheater, was constructed around 80 AD by Emperor Vespasian with the help of his son [...]
Italy Travel Tips
July 30, 2006 by ItalyVac
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- Not every place is a photo opportunity. Some museums bar picture taking, particularly when you use flash. Museums are often closed for operation during Mondays. – Famous for its groundbreaking fashion scene, Italians are not amused when you parade around wearing skimpy outfits or a beach attire, so dress appropriately. – Italy has no [...]
Italy : Romantic Getaway
July 30, 2006 by ItalyVac
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Italy is an ideal place for lovers of all ages. In fact, it is a top honeymoon destination for many couples. Many cities in romantic Italy, with its breathtaking countryside and its awe-inspiring historic cities, offer a unique flavour yearning to be explored. Just some of the most recommended places for a romantic getaway are Florence, Milan and Naples.
