martahan Posted November 23, 2006 Report Share Posted November 23, 2006 Hi, people I am going to go to Italy, but can't decide where exactly Can you advise me something ? Perhaps you have been to this country, if yes, where exactly and which hotels did you stay? Will be grateful for your help Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JDoors Posted November 23, 2006 Report Share Posted November 23, 2006 You'll have to describe what you consider to be a good holiday. Exploring little-known spots? Seeing all the popular sites? Exploring wine country? Hiking, climbing, relaxing by the sea? Rick Steves' videos (maybe check his section on PBS.ORG) is the most knowledgeable traveler I know, and he separates holidays into various categories such as little-known spots, etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AdamF Posted November 23, 2006 Report Share Posted November 23, 2006 Been a couple of times to Italy, although on both occasions I went to Venice. It is a superb city with a lot of history, culture, architecture, superb food and wonderful people. I can't remember which hotel I stayed at though I'm sorry to say. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blim Posted November 24, 2006 Report Share Posted November 24, 2006 Italy?? Lucky you, Martahan!25 years ago I spent 6 weeks in that beautiful country and just loved it.Places I went:Rome (of course!) busy city but St Peter's and the Sistine Chapel were so worth it.Florence--my favorite place in all the world, check out all the Art MuseumsPisa---interesting but only a one day stop is necessary, I'd probably skip it if I were to do it overSiena---went there on advice of a friend, again, it's a small town so you'll only need one day there, this one I'd probably skip, too so I could spend more time in Rome and Florence!! Venice---almost didn't go there;was headed for Milan but too many folks said Milan is just another Detroit and not worth the trip; and I'm glad I chose Venice instead, really neat place with spectacular sunsetsI stayed in Youth Hostels (in Venice, one was a Convent--that was fun) and travelled from town to town on trains and buses while in the towns. Public Transportation is cheap and abundant. A friend and I DID take a taxi one time, only because neither of us had ever ridden a taxi! As far as restaurants, hopefully you'll luck out and meet some local folk who can direct you to the best "non tourist trap" places to eat, another place to look for restaurants is on the outskirts of the cities. Most of my meals came from the Farmer's Markets--loaf o' bread, chunk of cheese and a couple tomatoes lasted me all day!One thing that I did which was VERY helpful was to go to the bookstore and get "Tourist Books" for the different cities. They had all the attractions/churches/museums listed so I could get an idea of what I wanted to see while still in the States and I simply crossed each one off as I visited them. AND get yourself an Italian/English Dictionary--a Godsend!If you have any more questions, just holler, I'll help if I can...remember! Liz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thesidekickcat Posted November 26, 2006 Report Share Posted November 26, 2006 Wow, lucky you to be able to have time and money to go to Europe!!!I think this site might give you some great Italian travel ideas. Other countries available too...in fact I started with the USA pages awhile back via a link from another site.Destinations 360 ItalyThis armchair travel site has loads of information to whet your appetite for real travel.PatGod bless everyone Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Posted November 26, 2006 Report Share Posted November 26, 2006 Moving to OC Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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