ITALY

Italy is the most visited country in Europe. It is so big and beautiful, you can both find yourself and lose yourself in this country.

From the islands of Sardinia and Sicily to the beaches of the Amalfi Coast, to the hills and vineyards of Tuscany, the trulli houses of Puglia, the insane hiking in the Dolomites, and back to reality in the historic cities of Rome, Milan, Florence, Venice, and Napoli, it is incredible!

What To Expect

Favorite Places: Dolomites, Sicily, Sardinia, Puglia, Rome
Best Time To Visit: All Year Round (it’s high season all the time)
Language: Italian, although most people will speak English.
Capital: Rome
Credit Cards are accepted, but it’s best to have cash (€) on you.
Tipping is not expected, but welcome. If you get good service, round up the bill.
Good To Know: Italy is a country of two halves – the rich, cosmopolitan North (Rome, Milan, Florence) and the laid-back, poorer South that makes up the boot of Italy.

Italy Road Trips

Us in Val di Funes, hiking the Adolf Munkel trail as part of our 7 Day Dolomites road trip.

1-Week Dolomites Hut-to-Hut Hiking Trip

✔️ 4 days – hut to hut Alta Via 1 Trek
✔️ 1 day – Cortina d’Ampezzo, Tre Cime, Cadini di Musurina
✔️ 2 Days – Ortisei, Seceda, Val di Funes
✔️ How to book & plan where to stay

Me again on the Italy road trip, this piece is in a small town in the Dolomites.

2-Week Italy & Switzerland Road Trip

✔️ 4 days – Italian Dolomites, South Tyrol, Val di Funes, Seceda
✔️ 4 days – Lake Garda, Lake Como
✔️ 6 days – Swiss Alps, Lauterbrunnen, Lucern, Stoos Ridge
✔️ How to Get Around & Where to Stay

Between Sicily and the Amalfi Coast, it's hard not to want to visit both!

2 Weeks In Southern Italy: Napoli to Sicily

✔️ 3 Days – Napoli, Pompeii
✔️ 4 Days – Amalfi Coast, Positano, Capri
✔️ 2 Days – Maratea, Tropea
✔️ 5 Days – Sicily, Taormina, Syracuse, Noto
✔️ Travel Tips, Getting Around with & without a car

There are hundreds of Italian coastal towns that should be on your bucket list!

17 Cutest Italian Coastal Towns For A Road Trip

✔️ Best Italian coastal towns in North Italy
✔️ Best Italian coastal towns in South Italy
✔️ Map to plan a road trip
✔️ Best time to go

I learned all sorts of local legends on my 7 day Sicily Road Trip.

A Perfect Sicily Itinerary: 7-Day Road Trip

✔️ 2 Days – Palermo (Erice, Scopello, Palermo)
✔️ 1 Day – Cefalu
✔️ 2 Days – Taormina (Isola Bella & Mt. Etna)
✔️ 2 Days – Siracusa & Isola Ortigia
✔️ Day-to-day route, logistics, and my favorite food & restaurants in Sicily

Cinque Terre is a great day trip from Florence, even a weekend trip!

Bucketlist Northern Italy Road Trips

✔️ 1 Week Road Trip – Venice, Verona, The Dolomites
✔️ 2 Week Road Trip – Milan, Lake Como, Lake Garda, The Dolomites, Venice
✔️ 3 Week Road Trip – Milan, Portofino, Cinque Terre, Florence, Venice, The Dolomites, Lake Gard & Como
✔️ 4 Week Road Trip – Milan, Cinque Terre, Tuscany, Venice, The Dolomites, Lake Garda & Como

The Dolomites

Best Towns In The Dolomites Worth Visiting

✔️ 11 best towns in the Dolomites to visit & why
✔️ FAQ on traveling to the Dolomites
✔️ Common mistakes travelers make when visiting the Dolomites

Best Time To Visit The Dolomites

✔️ Things to do in the Dolomites per season
✔️ What it’s like to visit the Dolomites in the spring, summer, fall, and winter
✔️ How to get to the Dolomites
✔️ Dolomites travel tips, best time to hike, and safety
✔️ Itinerary for first-timers to the Dolomites

Renting a car in Italy is not worth it in the cities.

How To Get To The Dolomites

✔️ The best way to get to the Dolomites
✔️ How to get to the Dolomites without a car
✔️ Getting to the Dolomites from popular cities like Venice, Munich, Milan, etc.
✔️Travel Tips for hiking in the Dolomites
✔️ Where to Stay in the Dolomites

Italy City Guides & Day Trips

Portofino is a fantastic place to visit in Italy.

Hidden Gem Towns In Italy Off The Beaten Path

✔️ Hidden gem towns in Northern Italy, Southern Italy, and gem towns on the islands of Italy
✔️ Things to do in these towns & travel advice
✔️ Best ways to get to these towns, with or without a car
✔️ FAQ about famous Italian towns

What to do in Milan for 2 days - visit the Duomo!

Things To Do In Milan For 2 Days

✔️ Detailed itinerary & things to do in Milan for two days
✔️ Best day trips from Milan
✔️ Where to stay in Milan
✔️ Tips for visiting Milan and getting around
✔️ Best time to visit Milan

There are plenty of day trips from Florence to check out in Italy.

15 Cutest Day Trips From Florence

✔️ Best day trips from Florence & my Top 5
✔️ My favorite experiences around Florence
✔️ How many days do you need in Florence

I highly recommend a day trip from Rome.

Easy Day Trips From Rome: How-To & Cost

✔️ Rome to Naples, Florence, Pompeii, Capri, and Amalfi Coast
✔️ Guide on how to do it yourself and via tour
✔️ FAQ on common mistakes and scenarios

A wonderful day trip from rome (without uber) is to the city of Pompeii.

Rome To Pompeii Day Trip: Smart Vs. Hard Way

✔️ Best way to get from Rome to Pompeii
✔️ How to get from Rome to Pompeii on your own via train
✔️ Average costs with Pros & cons
✔️ FAQ about the day trip to Pompeii
✔️ What to see in Pompeii

Getting Around Italy

Renting a car in Italy is great for longer cross region and cross country road trips.

Is There Uber In Rome? Yes, but…

✔️ Best way to get from the Airport to Rome
✔️ Best way to get around Rome
✔️ Public transportation information & options
✔️ Day Trips from Rome without Uber
✔️ 3 Tips not to get Scammed in Rome
✔️ Where to stay in Rome

Is there Uber in Italy? It depends where you are.

Is There Uber In Italy? Depends on Where You Are

✔️ Which cities have Uber & which don’t
✔️ What to use if Uber is not available
✔️ Best ways to get around Italy
✔️ Driving & travel tips for Italy

Common Mistakes: Renting A Car In Italy

✔️ Is renting a car in Italy worth it?
✔️ Common mistakes when renting a car in Italy
✔️ Documentation you will need to rent a car
✔️ Driving tips for Italian roads & road rules
✔️ Best places to road trip in Italy

Rome To Lake Como

✔️ How to get from Rome to Lake Como by car, by train, and by plane
✔️ Info on distance, time, and cost of each mode of transportation
✔️ Fastest way, cheapest way, best way
✔️ Lessons learned in Lake Como about transportation

Florence To Lake Como

✔️ How to get from Florence to Lake Como by car and by train
✔️ Info on distance, time, and cost of each mode of transportation
✔️ Fastest way, cheapest way, best way
✔️ Lessons learned in Lake Como about transportation

Good To Know In Italy

From the Amalfi Coast to Sicily, a girl can have it all!

Amalfi Vs. Sicily: Which Is Better?

✔️ How to decide which is better considering time, budget, and vibe
✔️ Travel tips and things to do for both Amalfi & Sicily
✔️ How to get to both the Amalfi & Sicily
✔️ The destination I prefer most

Drinking Age In Italy: Legally vs. Practically

✔️ Legal age of drinking and exceptions to the rule
✔️ Shifting the culture of drinking in Italy
✔️ Best drinks to try in Italy beyond Aperol Spritz
✔️ Fun facts about drinking ages in Europe

The final question before you leave on your trip: Do you Tip in Italy?

Do You Tip In Italy? How Much?

✔️ Quick Guide on when and how to tip in Italy
✔️ Tipping etiquette in Italy per different scenarios – restaurants, cafes & bars, taxi drivers, tour guides, and services
✔️ When do you NOT tip in Italy

Breakfast in Italy is a simple espresso and a baked good.

A Typical Breakfast In Italy & How To Order It

✔️ What are the most common types of breakfast in Italy
✔️ Coffee culture in Italy & how to properly order what you want
✔️ Breakfast, lunch, and dinner times in Italy
✔️ My favorite breakfast in Italy

The best places to stay in Sardinia is the island of Santa Maddalena.

13 Best Sardinia Beaches

✔️ Which part of Sardinia has the best beaches
✔️ Where to stay to enjoy the beaches of Sardinia
✔️ Best Sardinia beaches, the amenities for each, and a few cute things to do around
✔️ Travel tips on getting around Sardinia

Where To Stay In Sardinia For First-Timers

✔️ Best places to stay for beaches, with family, for couples, and without a car
✔️ Which side of Sardinia is best to visit?
✔️ How to get to and around Sardinia
✔️ Best month to visit Sardinia
✔️ My recommendation on the amount of time to spend in Sardinia
✔️ My favorite things to do in Sardinia