Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations on
Planet Earth. Some say the Italians invented tourism in the 16th century, and it is safe to say that
no country has given the world more cultural icons, including fine automobiles, architecture, fashions, operas, paintings, sculptures, tenors, and food.
Italy has so much to see and do - skiing in the Alps, the
Lake District of the north, the historic and stylish cities of Florence, Milan, Naples, Siena, Turin and Venice, coastal cities and quaint little villages, and of course Rome, and the Holy See (
Vatican).
The world famous boot-shape peninsula of Italy, extending into the central
Mediterranean Sea is a rugged, mountainous country of simply stunning scenery that also includes the popular island destinations of
Sardinia and
Elba to the west, and
Capri,
Ischia and
Sicily off the southern coast.
Italy is renowned for its olive oil, pastas, people, wine, and of course sunshine, and year-round great weather. Simply stated, Italy is
"la dolce vita" (the sweet life), and many people that travel to this incredible country never want to leave.
GENERAL INTEREST:
- Calling Code: 39
- Electricity: 230V, 50Hz
- Drive on the: Right
- Times to Travel: Italy has a largely temperate climate with regional variations, making it a perfect year-round destination. Most people visit Italy between June and August, however the best time to visit is in Spring (April-May) and Autumn (September-October) when the weather is consistently at its best. The sea is warm enough for swimming between June and September.
Most Italians take their vacation in August and many shops and restaurants are closed during this period. The ski season runs between December and April and the best time to walk in the Alps is between June and September.
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PASSPORTS - TRAVEL VISAS - WARNINGS:
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