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 Guidebook on Florence by hopang
This impressive guidebook contains the following information:-
1) New guidebook for visiting the city and its art,
2) Seven itineraries fully illustrated in colour,
3) Map of the city with indications of monuments and each single route.
It costs just 4.50 euros a copy. Make it a point to purchase a copy of this excellent guidebook at most souvenir stalls on the first day of your vacation in Florence! Leave a Comment
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An excellent low price souvenir crystal or glass to be taken back to your country can be purchased from several souvenir shops outside Piazza del Duomo at the town centre. It costs an incredible price of just two euros per piece. It measures approximately 3cm X 3cm X 5cm including the base. This is one souvenir crystal that we have admired very much! The photos above depict the same crystal that we bought taken at several different angles. Leave a Comment
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 Allan & Dee in Italy in
April by deecat
We travel in the Spring and Fall, so I alway do the layers so I can take off or put on what is necessary.
This photo shoes a "no-no" the 1st time I traveled to Italy (white tennis shoes!). Instead, and thereafter for me, wear black shoes (tennis shoes are ok) so you don't stick out as a tourist and so you can use them as evening dress.
Pack your medicines with the prescriptions on them and an extra pair of prescription glasses if you wear them in your carry-on piece of luggage. That is one item that you can ill-afford to lose!
I advise not to take anything complicated or huge to lug around. Also, one item that thieves love to "swipe" is a camera. My daughter's camera strap was cut off while she had it on her sholder in a Cathederal!
Always carry your valuable in a money belt! Note from the photo, I NEVER carry a purse of any kind. In all of our travels, we have not been robbed because we carry nothing that can be seen. Even our camera (small) is on Allan's belt with sweater over it. Leave a Comment
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 Refrigerator magnet by hopang
We are not sure whether the same souvenir is still available at St. Peter's Basilica, perhaps with a different photograph of the Pope. The souvenir which has a photograph of Pope John Paul II as depicted on our photograph above was purchased in March 2004 when we visited St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican city. Leave a Comment
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 Carry a backpack on tour by hopang
Italy can be quite hot during the summer months, therefore light clothing is recommended such as t-shirts, shorts etc. Sport shoes or walking shoes are preferred if you walk a lot on your vacation. Spring and autumn can be quite wet in Italy, thus raincoats and umbrellas are necessary especially if you visit Italy in the months of March and April.
Don't forget to bring along your medicines if you are on medication. Painkillers such as aspirin and multi-vitamins tablets especially Vitamin C are recommended. Other medical supplies may include plasters for minor cuts, a pair of scissors and nail-creepers. Remember not to place any sharp objects in your cabin bags, otherwise they will be confiscated at the airport even before you begin your journey.
You are not supposed to forget to bring along your digital camera, camcorder complete with the necessary accessories such as memory cards, battery and battery charger.
Bring along you swim wear if you decide to swim in Italy especially during the hot summer months of July and August.
Miscellaneous items may include mobile phone and its battery charger, mp3 player, iPod, binoculars, maps and guide books on Italy etc. Leave a Comment
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1 carry on size suitcase. That's it-1
small back pack
purse
2 belts
1 sweat pants for plane
2 very light weight cotton sweaters
5 tees
2 capri pants
1 light weight dressy jeans (optional)
1 light weight jacket
4 tank tops
8 undies
1 robe
2 bras
1 black skirt (Note to self-a straight skirt not one that blows up in the wind and gives shop keepers a free show! LOL)
1 silk scarf for draping over shoulders in churches or evenings out
Remember-if it doesn't fit in the regulation plastic bag and is less than 3 ozs - buy it when you get there.
make-up compact including eye make-up, lipgloss and blush
sunscreen/bronzer
nail clippers
wash cloth
toothbrush
toothpaste
vitamins & pills
bandaids & Advil
hair gel, etc.
tweezers & scissors
shave cream & razor
nail polish
bug spray!
powder
1 camera + film stored in x-ray pouch
1 extra battery just in case
beach towel
packable tote
1 bathing suit
hat
no knife if you carry on!
knitting (if so inclined)
costume jewelry-I brought 2 necklaces and wore diamond studs w/screwbacks that I never worry about losing
dressy sandals
tevas and walking shoes
gum
PASSPORT
Int'l driver's license
MP3 player
credit/debit cards
tix/boarding pass
guide books & books-when finished, leave them there for someone else to read
reading & sun/glasses
binocs
travel diary & pen
small flashlight
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 by trvlhke
Keep your day pack smaller since most shops are packed and you don't want to knock over any expensive statues.
Bring comfortable shoes for walking and conservative clothes for day touring. Some churches will not allow shorts, tank tops or skirts that are too short. Ladies, if you have a comfy skirt or dress wear that. If it's the middle of the summer and you really want to wear a tank top, invest in a large, lightweight scarf that you can tie around your shoulders when in the church. Guys, some places allow shorts, but be prepared to be denied entry.
The usual, nothing extravegant. Most hotels have hair dryers. If you're like using a wash cloth or loofa when you shower, you'll have to bring your own.
If you feel like lugging it around, Rome is the place to bring good camera. Just watch for theives. Although, unless a camera is professional quality it was my opinion that there was no way I could capture the magnificant sights on film when I was there
Carry a small bottle of water with you as a spare. Street vendors are really expensive (2 euro or MORE for a bottle of water or Coke) so if you can't hold out until you get to a cafe or store you'll have one handy. Leave a Comment
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 by sim1
In case you want to bring any electrical appliances with you, here is the system Italy uses : 230 volts and 50 Hz. It is a "Schuko" plug and receptable with side grounding contacts (see picture)
An adapter will allow you to plug an appliance designed for one type of outlet into another type of outlet. Despite the fact that more than a dozen different types of plugs are in use, a typical travel adapter kit usually contains about five adapters which are capable of dealing with most of the outlets shown here. Adapters often manage this versatility by bypassing the ground/earth wire.
Beware : an adapter by itself will not change the electrical voltage. You must be sure that your appliance can handle different voltages (either automatically or through a voltage switch). If it can't, you will need a voltage converter. Leave a Comment
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If you are going to have a base, and can leave things safely while travelling around, you could virtually take as many bags as you could afford to transport there.....BUT.....this might limit what you purchase while in Italy and that would be a shame, I think. You are going to see things that you would like to buy and take home -- so I would bring the bare minimum, and buy a bag there to come home with all of my goodies.
On the other hand, if you are going to be back-packing, and therefore often having to carry everything with you or having to leave your goods on a daily basis relatively unattended it still makes sense to me to travel light. It is not like you are not going to be able to purchase anything that you need --
If doing a lot of walking, of course you will need the very best of comfortable walking shoes. As for clothing, I go for layering ie mix and match gear that you can add to for colder times (which are rare in summer). Always remember a light wool jumper and a weather jacket (multi-purpose). For the odd invitation to the captains cocktail party, I would throw in the uncrushable standard basic black dress, some dressy jewellery and your best shoes........better still buy some beautiful Italian shoes -- you won't be sorry.
Always remember your medication and scripts (plus letter from doctor if necessary) -- 30+, 30+, 30+ (my theme song) -- but you can purchase this in Italy too.................also very important in Italy from my perspective -- always carry water. You can buy along the way of course, but I never go walking anywhere without it -- and recognise the word potabile (drinkable) and non (not), might save your tummy a surprise.
Of course you must have photographic equipment -- humble is fine -- better is better, and if you are a photography nut, the more equipment the better, I guess. Most people that I know who are into photo taking usually carry a spare lens and a tripod.
30+ and a good hat with a wide brim. Oh yes, and the Italians might wear skimpy swim gear, but they do wear it even if sometimes the women take their tops off to get more sun.
Arm yourself with as much knowledge of the language that you can and try to use it........you will be surprised at how much fun you can have, and how much your efforts are
appreciated..........it doesn't matter that you aren't fluent.
Almost forgot................DONT FORGET THE MAP. Leave a Comment
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 Venice by kazander
Definately some good walking shoes for exploring as much as possible
Bring your usual daily routine, you may not be able to find everything you use depending on where you are
More than you think you'll need! Lots of film and or media cards, lots of lenses with different focal lenghts, filters..ect. I likr to bring both an SLR and a little digital point and shoot, for the more casual times when you want memories, but not a big fuss. i.e. having dinner, or going out for drinks. Leave a Comment
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