Travel Italy Tips – Ideas For Holidaying in Italy
Do you dream about traveling to Italy and spending your vacations alone, exploring all that Italy has to offer? Do you want to go all out, spending months on a lonely island, surrounded only by romantic thoughts? It’s very easy to do. Most people who travel to Italy to want nothing but the best; so when they’re planning their Italy vacation, they go crazy about trying to get the most from their trip. However: Don’t forget: Traveling alone is not always the best idea.
Rome is probably right up there with Paris as among the most romantic (and beautiful) cities in Europe (perhaps even the world!). So: how do you enjoy your Italy solo travel itinerary, be it 2 days in Rome, a week-long vacation in Tuscany or 2 weeks exploring Italy’s capital city on a group tour? The key to solo travel is to be realistic. Think about the time you have, what you want to see and do, and which attractions/territories interest you most. If you don’t think you’ll get all this done in a single trip, then you should probably consider taking a group tour.
For example: Groups can often have better Italy vacation packages than solo travelers because groups tend to be more social and spend more time together. One group trip tip for the solo traveler: Eating alone in Italy may seem like a good idea at first, but if you eat alone in Italy and then return to eat with other tourists, you may feel guilty about missing the sights without actually missing them! Group trips are also usually less expensive, especially if you plan on eating at certain tourist hot spots. This Santa Maria tip will save you a lot of money at gourmet restaurants in Rome and Florence.
A group tour requires a little planning ahead of time. Do some research ahead of time on where you would like to go; do some price comparisons between various tour operators; make sure you can afford your tour package; check if there are other activities and amenities available through the travel operator that you are interested in. You may also want to join a group tour as a group as some hotels offer special tours specifically for groups. You can join a tour that includes eating alone or one that doesn’t; eat and enjoy the benefits of a group tour. A group tour is definitely more affordable than a solo travel experience. Another Santa Maria tip: If you decide to eat alone in Italy, try to find a local bakery that serves delicious food and cakes that you can take back with you.
Plan your itinerary ahead of time. You may have gotten all the information you need on a particular place, but have never been there before. It may be that the sights, sounds and tastes of that particular place are so new to you that you have trouble remembering what you saw or experienced. An online travel agency that specializes in organizing vacation tours will be able to provide you with helpful Santa tips that will make your Santa trip a memorable one.
If you are going on a short trip, don’t purchase a package that includes airfare, accommodations and a car rental. You can save money by doing the three elements separately. You can also save money by making your own arrangements for meals and transportation. Arrange your meals two days ahead of time and plan to go to a local restaurant or do some shopping. If you are staying at a hotel, ask the front desk clerk whether they offer Santa trips. Most hotels will have packages available.
Book your travel plans well ahead of time. The last thing you want to do is book a group tour for a week or more ahead of time only to find out that the travel company has changed their mind. Instead of boarding one flight, you might want to check into a couple of hotels to ensure that you will be among hundreds of other tourists. In addition to looking at the travel site itself, you can also contact travel agents and get their recommendations on what Santa trips are available.
When booking your travel arrangements, don’t forget to plan a trip to a local museum, concert or performance. The travel website you use should have plenty of information about where and when the events are. This will save you from having to travel all over Italy looking for the perfect place to catch the big band or opera performance. It will also allow you to stay at a hotel near the location so that you won’t have to rent a car or carry anything with you when you are on your trip.
I’m a passionate traveler, writer, and Italophile. My fascination with Italy’s history, art, and culture has led me on countless adventures across the Italian landscape. Through “I Live Italy,” I share my love for this extraordinary country and aims to inspire others to explore its boundless beauty.
