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Train is the least expensive way to travel in Italy. The state-owned rail line covers almost every part of the country, and in parts that are not covered, there are privately- owned train ready to fill the need.
The fastest train is the Eurostar (ES). This train is almost always on time and very comfortable. The price is rather high, but promotions are always running to bring it down considerably. The newest and best promotion I’ve seen on the ES is the €29 anywhere-anytime-on-any-class.
This is a 2-tier promotion, and this is how it works:
Tier 1: The €29 seats are limited on first come first serve basis on every day of the week.
Tier 2: On the date of your choice, if the €29 seats are sold-out, the second tier part of the promotion will allow you to buy the same ticket for €39.
You can buy tickets online using ticketless option. After click on purchase, click on promotions and discounts.
The Trenitalia ticketless works exactly the same way as the e-ticket from airlines. You’ll get a confirmation number, which you’ll show to the conductor when you’re onboard, and he’ll issue ticket to you on the spot. No standing in line, and no extra charge.
The best thing about the ES is reservation is automatically included in the ticket. Your seat number, the car where the seat is located, the time of the day, the train number, everything is clearly indicated and they’re yours, no one can take it from you.
This promotion will end on April 30, unless Trenitalia decides to extend it. Leave a Comment
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Verona International Airport is also known as Valerio Catullo Villafranca International Airport. It is located approximately 12 kilometres from the city of Verona. The airport is also located in the middle of provinces of Brescia and Mantua and other smaller provinces.
Approximately three million passengers pass through the airport annually, thus making it one of the major airports in Italy. It is mostly used for charter flights from European destinations. The departure terminal building is not very large. Nevertheless cafes, restaurants and duty-free shops are located in the building. The airport was formerly used by the air force during the Second World War and converted into civil airport after the war. Leave a Comment
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The guy, btw the leader of a group, saw me while taking the picture of him from my car. I wnet in front of the group and stopped my car in order to take some more pictures. When they saw me out of the car, the leader have stop the group allowing me to shoot at them.
Actually, they were in the town of Pula in Croatia for annual bikers meeting there, and now driving back home to Germany. We have exchanged e-mail adresses and I promised to send the pictures to them. Leave a Comment Theme: Motorcycle
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If you are staying at Chianciano Terme and wish to travel to Siena or Florence by bus, you may take a local Tuscany bus from the New Town Square. It costs just five euros per adult to travel to Siena from Chianciano Terme, a distance of approximately 50 kilometers.
Based on last year's bus time table (please note that time table changes from time to time and you may obtain a copy of bus time table from the Tourist Information Office), the earliest bus to Siena departs Chianciano Terme at 6.10 a.m. and arrives at Siena at 7.40 a.m. The last bus departs Siena for Chianciano Terme at 5.45 p.m. and arrives at Chianciano Terme at 8.00 p.m.
sYou may purchase your bus tickets at the Tourist Information Office near the Town Square. For travelling locally, i.e. within Chianciano Terme and Montepulciano area, it costs just two euros per adult and the bus tickets can be purchased from any Tabaccheria (local tobacco dealers). Leave a Comment Theme: Bus
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In Italy, as in the United States, a tourist attraction "gimmick" is to have horse and carriage rides around the city. It is advertised as romantic, refreshing, and a ride to remember always. On some of these rides, the driver also serves as a tour guide. If that is the case, then they are worthwhile because it would be an activity with two purposes: romantic and practical.
My problem is: I am allergic to horses! I really like horse, but cannot be around them for too long or else my throat closes up, and I cannot breath.
For the rest of you, it might be an interesting experience.
The photo was taken by my husband Allan while we were in Florence. Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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It's easy to buy your train tickets while in Italy, and likely that the least expensive way is to buy point-to-point tickets. It isn't necessary to buy tickets much in advance - a day is usually all that is needed, though holiday weekends can be a problem. I often buy my ticket 15 min. before the train leaves without a problem. Most popular routes have trains virtually every hour.
A travel agency displaying the "fs" Trenitalia logo in their window will be happy to help you - and won't cost you anything additional. Or you can use the automated machines in the major train stations.
There are different kinds of trains: Eurostars, IC (intercity), R (regional) E (Espresso), D (direct), etc. In general, the faster the train, the higher the cost.
A second-class seat on a Eurostar is perfectly fine unless you're going for a very long distance. I use it all the time for Rome to Naples, Rome to Florence, etc. All tickets on a Eurostar (1st or 2nd class) guarantee a reserved seat.
A second-class ticket on an IC or D, or R guarantees passage, but not necessarily a reserved seat. At busy times, you may not get a seat if you don't get to your train early. But if you pay a few extra euros, you can buy a guaranteed seat. A first-class ticket always guarantees you a seat.
To give you an idea of costs: Rome to Florence
Eurostar 1st = 42.35E , 2nd = 29.33E; Time: 1:36
IC 1st = 29.80E, 2nd = 21.95E; Time: 2:34
D 1st = 22.36E , 2nd = 14.31E ; Time 3:37
You can check on schedules an prices at www.trenitalia.com up to 60 days out.
Don’t forget to time-validate your ticket in the yellow machines on and near the train platform. And no pleading ignorance - they’ll have none of it!
For my tip on the airport train to Rome:
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Hm, do you still remember "Easy rider"? I couldn't resist not the take the picture of this guy. Besides, it is undoubtely the best way for exploring Italy, especially in driving off the highways.
I made this picture while driving my car on the highway A4 nearby town of Trieste. Since I was alone in the car, the picture is of pretty good quality. Leave a Comment Theme: Motorcycle
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Since my homecountry is very close to Italy, I am always traveling here by my own car. More or less, Im visiting Italy 10-12 times each year mostly for the business purpose. In my opinion, traveling by car is the best possible way for exploring this very interesting and beautiful country.
Many people think there are always traffic jams on Italian roads, but it is not so. If you pick up the right time for traveling you may have the traffic situation as it is on this picture. All you need is a bit of experience to choose the right time for traveling. Leave a Comment Theme: Car/Motor Home
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There are different kinds of trains in Italy:
*Eurostars
*IC (intercity)
*R (regional)
*E (espresso)
*D (direct), etc.
In general, the faster the train, the higher it costs.
A second-class seat on a Eurostar is perfect for medium long distances and you will get a reserved seat when you buy a second-class ticket.
A second-class ticket on an IC or D, or R doesn't guarantee a seat and at busy times you may not get a seat if you are not fast enough. Althought there are seats also on the korridor of the train. A first-class ticket always guarantees you a seat.
You can buy your train ticket the following ways: throught the internet, at the cashier or through a machine on the train stations. I would say the last one seems to be the easiest ways (also because you dont have to buy your ticket much earlier than departing) but these machines have a very sensitive italian soul:-)) Sometimes it takes a lot of time to be able to purchase your ticket... Anyway you can select the language, and then a lot of details for your ticket, just be sure you wont get lost in the information:-)
Price examples from Florence to Rome
***Eurostar - Time: 1:36
1st = 42.35 EUR / 2nd = 29.33EUR
***IC Time: 2:34
1st = 29.80EUR / 2nd = 21.95EUR
***D Time 3:37
1st = 22.36EUR / 2nd = 14.31EUR
You can check details at www. trenitalia.it, but remember to enter the city names in italian (Venice=Venezia, Firenze= Florence..)
And don’t forget to validate your ticket in the yellow machines before you get on the train. Otherwise, you’ll have to pay penalty. Leave a Comment
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Most cities and towns in Italy (but not many villages) have a bus system. They are cheap and efficient.
Bus stops are called fermate .
Buses are called autobus .
Tickets are called biglietti .
You buy your ticket BEFORE YOU board the bus.
In small towns, you can buy the ticket at the Tobacco shops or bars which display the bus company's sticker.
You can purchase discounted tickets, day-or week-long visitors' tickets.
Board the bus via the FRONT & REAR DOORS
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Exit the bus viea the CENTRAL DOOR
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Tickets must be VALIDATED by punching them in machines at the front or rear of the bus.
Fines are big if you are caught without a validated ticket!!!
Whenever we used a bus, we found them to be clean, on time, and very inexpensive. Leave a Comment Theme: Bus
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