12 Essential ITALY TRAVEL Tips | WATCH BEFORE YOU GO! 4K Travel Guide

[@jennyvogtlin93]

A couple tips I would add: 1) I have been to Italy twice, and both times I had trouble using the Euros I got from an ATM. It always came out in 50s, and the merchants did not want to take 50s. I learned from a colleague to choose a multiple of 20 (such as 40) to get smaller bills from the ATM. I found credit cards were easy to use as well. 2) Take an evening walk, wherever you are staying. They call it a passeggiata, and it is the best way (and cheapest) to take in the sights. Everything has a special glow, and the crowds are usually gone. The best evening walk I took was Rick Steves' walk from the Pantheon, to the Piazza Navonna, and the Spanish steps.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Jenny!

[@paolaameduri8238]

I’m Italian and I got here out of curiosity and expecting a lot of cliché. Have to say instead that this is GREAT, the best travel tips video I’ve seen about Italy. It clearly shows a lot of respect and studying and observing. Happy to give you tips on Sardinia or wherever else you wish to travel next to, in Italy. Bravo!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Grazie Paola 🙏🏼🙏🏼👍🏽

[@deborahchadwick210]

I will not pee on anyone's door step.

[@Tailsof2Spaniels]

And least we not forget the rainy season is October! Lots and lots of rain and thunderstorms that would knock me out of my bed!

[@margueriteperry9302]

On behalf of my friends and family who are mostly artisans in Tuscany, thank you for pointing out the difference between their work, and the mass produced junk you can buy in the tourist areas. And thank you for sharing the information about food and drinks.... It's a dead giveaway you are American if you ask for something like "parmesan" to add to your "Spaghetti and Meatballs".

[@daniellebarron9181]

We traveled to Italy last year and we are going back next week. It is a beautiful country with so much to see. The food is beyond delicious. We noticed Italy's food was so much cleaner and healthier.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Danielle - check out my full Italy Series Playlist. City Guides, Vlogs, and a Full 14 day itinerary. kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW I think it’s because a lot of the processed food and GMO food is banned in Europe.

[@danieledallolio1126]

I'm Italian and I can say that this video is the perfect guide for a nice holiday in Italy. An update: in September Italy was recognized as another UNESCO site, it is: Evaporitic Karst and Caves of Northern Apennines.

[@karinabourne3465]

What’s Italy like in April? Also I would like to travel north to south Milan to Sicily. How much EUR would you recommend for food attractions and public transport for 3 weeks

[@danieledallolio1126]

Hi, visiting Italy in April is a good idea, but it depends where you want to go, towards the north you can find rainy days more often than in the central south. For food, the price per person can vary greatly. If you stay in a hotel, breakfast is generally included in the price, but if you have it at the bar (in Italy the bar is different from the USA), you pay around 4-5 euros for a cappuccino and a pasta. If you go to a restaurant you spend around 20 euros, or 15 euros in a pizzeria. The variables are endless, but generally food in Italy is affordable as long as you stay away from tourist areas. As far as attractions are concerned, all in all the same thing applies, the more popular it is the more you pay, however there are many places to visit at very low costs or for free. For transport it is necessary to distinguish between high-speed trains and the rest of local transport. High-speed trains are convenient because they allow you to travel quickly between cities, but they are more expensive, while for local transport the prices are more acceptable, also for buses and metro. All in all, if I had to venture a prediction for these 3 topics I would say at least 120 euros per person per day. If I can add a suggestion, it is best to narrow down the area to visit because using public transport can waste a lot of time. If you need other information, just ask.@@karinabourne3465

[@karinabourne3465]

I would like to visit sanremo, Milan, Verona, the Dolomites I love mountains, Genoa, Bologna, Florence, San Marino, Rome, Naples, Bari, Catania and Palermo and back to Milan to fly home. Is that possible in 2 weeks? Or too much

[@danieledallolio1126]

@@karinabourne3465 I think for 2 weeks it's a bit too much. A shorter trip is better. For example, you could only go to the north or go from Florence to Sicily. If you only use public transport it is better to travel to the north because there are more possibilities. Consider that you can find interesting things everywhere. Unfortunately, abroad Italy is only known for a few places such as Rome, Venice, the Amalfi coast etc. I live in the area between Bologna and San Marino, little known by foreign tourists, but in every city or town there is a castle, a tower, ancient buildings etc. Above all, remember to try the local food wherever you go, the people are quite helpful even if English is not spoken by many people. Again if you need anything please ask, I will reply as soon as I can.

[@TracyThomas1214]

How do you say, "I am a vegetarian" ( no fish!!)??

[@ForeverHomeItaly]

OMG this was great, so much info, just found your channel. Fantastic presenter and wonderful content. I am watching from the UK, searching for a little home in Italy. Travelled several areas and just back from Calabria, fell in love with Scila, if you have not been I recommend, along with Tropea. Sardinia is exquisite, the sea is incredible! My tip for first timers travelling by train, do not forget to authenticate your ticket by punching it in one of the little machines before you get on the train, or they can fine you a LOT! I had no idea about that until my last visit, I must have been very lucky on previous journeys. I even remember seeing the little machines and wondering what they were for. 😂

[@suzib777]

Sicily is off the toe of the boot. Palermo is the capital and therefore tourists, especially during June, July and August. We were there in May, so not quite as busy or hot as the summer months. My favorite town is Taormina, located about an hour from the airport in Catania.

[@Tailsof2Spaniels]

I've actually lived in Italy twice. The first time doing graduate work. Tell people not to pick up pizza with their hands in a restaurant. The entire restaurant will immediately stop talking and look at you. I dated a Roman while I was there. We went out to dinner in only local places. He always, always, left a few coins onto of the tip being included. It was and is still customary.

[@carlomagini9587]

Great video, as an Australian born in Italy who's been back there many times I can say your tips are spot on. Well done. You really need to get to Sicily and Sardegna, great places to go. My uncle has a house at Santa Maria Navarese, Sardegna, pretty village with a beautiful ocean and with a great trek up a mesa behind the village.

[@willgarside9226]

Incredible video! 3rd trip to Italy this year in a couple of weeks! My favourite country

[@AlexanderAyling]

Have fun Will. Check my Full Italy Playlist for all my guides, vlogs and tips. kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW

[@willgarside9226]

@@AlexanderAyling I've watched them all!! My favourite part of this video was the phrases. Speaking the language is a lot more fun

[@JmartiStudio]

la verdad me gustan muchos tus videos , gracias, yo vivo en texas pero nací en mexico. yo hablo espanol y un ingles en progreso. muchas gracias x tus comentarios

[@AlexanderAyling]

Gracias!!! Si quieres mas informacion sobre Italia hay que mirar mi guia de viaje bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@ttbko]

We visited Rome in December, very hot days, quite cold nights. Also, quite peaceful....

[@AlexanderAyling]

We did a big road trip from Rome, through Tuscany, and to Venice for carnival in February. It was lovely

[@giadavignera9244]

Hi Alex, since I'm Italian, from Genova, I'd like to add some clarifications about our traditions: 1. Dress code: just in big cities like Rome, you will have problems with some dresses in churches but in most of them, no one will tell tou anything, like in Genoa. We are in general not so traditional how you say, maybe older people.. I'm 40 and I'm not that kind of polished person. 2. Public transportation : right, you can get where you what quite at any time, in Genova for exemple is true but in small villages on the coastline, forget it.. 3.Tipps:they are NOT included in the bill and no waiter get them. A waiter accept really enthusiasticly tipps but just if it's cash, cause he can take them for himself or he put them in a common moneybox and sometimes all the waiters devide them. DON'T GIVE TIPPS BY CREDIT CARD! We like to use cash and it's illigal now to say that someone is not allowed to pay cash or by card, since some months. We prefer cash, sometimes it happens that a pos is out of order and you can't pay or you have to wait for the internet connection. Then you have to think that barkeepers hate people who pay a coffee by card. We have high commitions and they loose 30% of the money.. But now they have to accept it. Maybe they ask you to spend at least 5 euros. And at least we don't like that our life is traced in everything we do. 4.Parmigiano: NEVER ask parmigiano for pasta with fish please! Parmigiano costs a lot, this is why they don't give you so much of them. But for sure no one has to serve you a dish already with parmigiano on top, it has to be always apart!! 5.Cappuccino: you can ask a cappuccino also in the afternoon until 5p.m,maybe with a piece of cake but NEVER during a meal! 😂😂 6.CIN CIN: you can cheers all yr friends together just one time, important is to have an eye contact with everyone, in particular you do this when in a table there are a lot of people. It's also ok if u just raise yr glass. 6. Drunken people:in the South there are actually people who don't like to drink. The real problem is in the north-est. In Trieste, Venice and in general in the 2 correspondent regions, they really drink a lot! From the morning! 😂😂I leaved in Trieste, I know it really well😂😂 So I hope that my comments will help someone to understand better how is my country😊 If u came back to Liguria, write me, I'll give u nice suggestions 😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

Grazie Giada! Thanks for sharing

[@anthonycoleman1909]

Great tips, thanks from Australia

[@alexandraselimshayev9780]

Great video, love them all! In regards to tipping, restaurants do not include a tip, ever. There is a cover fee (coperto) per person, even for kids, but it is not a tip. It is true that you don't have to tip, even if you got good service.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Alexandra. You can watch my full Italy series here. Italy | Travel Tips, Guides and Vlog Series kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW

[@coziii.1829]

Also my wife is Italian. We are going for 2 months , and yes I will agree the off beaten path is the best and Please go when it’s not tourist season .

[@JosephLemire-j3s]

Hello, Joe and Pamela watching from De Pere,WI 🇺🇸

[@MsVitaMaria]

Sardinia is where we had our honeymoon after we married in Belagio! Sooo very well worth visiting!!! That’s where the Italians go for vacation is Sardinia. Sicily is not as clean and I don’t know ….. I’ve been to so many beautiful places in Italy that I didn’t enjoy Sicily as much. Maybe it was because I was there in August, and it was very hot and very muggy. The island of Ischia is where we are going in September. We went there last September and we loved it and it wasn’t crowded. I recommend you go there. Lots of thermal cooking in the hot sand and there’s thermal waters there as well. Almost burned my foot off last summer not realizing how hot the water was. Such excellent tips that you’re giving! And they are up-to-date. Are you sure you’re not Italian? I know Carrie‘s family is!! I have lots of family in Italy. I go so often and I so love my Italy.🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🥰🥰💋Baci, Baci & abbracci, Alex & Carrie!! Love u both! Miss your travels too! Glad you’re back!! Vita Maria. The. Sweet life!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Grazie Mille Vita Maria. I really want to visit Sardinia, it looks amazing. No Italian roots for me although my mom speaks fluently and loves Italy. :)

[@bioold8925]

​@@AlexanderAylingSareinia is one of the major nuclear testing sites in Europe. It's like visiting Chernobyl.

[@taylorodonnell798]

This is great! My fiancé and I are heading to Italy in June for our honeymoon and this video will definitely help us plan and navigate the country. Thanks for putting this together, Alex!

[@AlexanderAyling]

You’re gonna have a blast Taylor. I hope you two have a great trip. Please consider using my links while you’re planning and booking. Thank you

[@Baddbros]

How'd it go any tips my fiance and I go in early July for our honeymoon

[@oemolokupano4512]

Great posting Alexander. Grazie mille.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Glad you enjoyed! Make sure you grab your copy of my Italy itinerary, it’s got so much more helpful information and all my best tips! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide 🇮🇹✨

[@angelap32]

Wowww I looove this video!!!! Tyvm for posting it... I need to go to Italy, I'm hoping I can... My Late Mother was from Palermo, Sicily...she lived in a town called Castronovo (a little bit outside Palermo) and you and Carrie need to visit Lapendusa OMG its sooo GORGEOUS!! You can take a plane from Sicily to get there it's about 3hrs.. that could be a wedding anniversary idea for you both... the language of Italian is beautiful...the dialects too lol ❤🇮🇹👌👌👌

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Angela. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. We hope to visit Sicily in the near future.

[@angelap32]

@@AlexanderAyling yess I can't wait to see that video my friend! Love all your videos THEY ARE THEEEE BEST!❤👍👌

[@AlexanderAyling]

@@angelap32 Aww thank you Angela. I'm currently working on an Italy Vacation Planner Itinerary video so keep an eye out,

[@angelap32]

​@@AlexanderAylingyour soo welcome hun.... please plan to go to LAMPEDUSA Its off the coast of Sicily...2-3hr plane ride its sooo GORGEOUS!!❤🇮🇹👌

[@FreyaESV]

I've been to Italy twice (Rome, Florence, Tuscany on trip 1 and Lake Como on trip 2) and all of this is excellent advice for anyone visiting for the 1st time. My main piece of advice: eat gelato every day while you are there because you will miss it when your vacation is over.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Such a good tip. Gelato is soooooo good!

[@jgordon74]

Thanks! I will be in Italy in two weeks.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Awesome. I hope you enjoy! Check my other Italy videos in the description. Rome and Venice guides 👍🏽

[@anrn5303]

well I do have several Italian friends in Firenze, Monterosso... they usually say Buonasera even for good afternoon...

[@marleneMS]

That's right, buon pomeriggio is rarely used. I have lived in Italy for years and never heard it used, although - I hasten to add - it wouldn't be wrong to use it

[@alessandramattiolo7403]

Bel video, ottimi consigli. Sicilia e Sardegna da vedere assolutamente sono i nostri Caraibi in tutti i sensi😂...assieme al salento (Puglia) che rimane per ora, con prezzi accessibili. L''Italia è piccola ma c'è così tanto da vedere....

[@renereyes9968]

1st time to Italy in March 2025...would love and clothing tips. Going with church pilgrimage.

[@simonegatti7675]

If you rent a car, traveling and driving from the north to the south of Italy, that's ok...you will discover a lot of beautiful places that you couldn't if you travel by the public transport. But if you go in the biggest cities like Rome, Milan and Naples, it would better to park your car along the suburbs of those cities and to get in the city by the bus or subway. If you don't, it could be one of the the stressful moments of your Italian vacation. A little tip from a Roman guy.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Very true. We rented our car after seeing Rome. Parking in Florence was a bit chaotic haha

[@Michelle1963]

Yup. There are a bunch of crazy drivers who follow no rhyme or reason when it comes to driving rules. I'm visiting Naples right now and you'd be putting your life in your hands if you even consider driving. The side streets are very narrow and often crowded, yet there are always drivers going both ways with motorcycles squeezed in between. I fear for my feet every time I walk on those streets, especially since very few sidewalks even exist in those streets.

[@valeriaflores108]

Alex! I loveeeeed the section where you give us a quick Italian class with all the suggestions on the phrases we can use when over there. I went to study abroad back in the summer of 2017 and I know how helpful it would’ve been to have those phrases as a tool to communicate much better. Love how educational, fun, and inspiring your travel videos are! I will be visiting Italy at the end of April with my family and we can’t wait! Definitely will be using your links to book stuff! Keep these guides coming please. Abrazos a Carrie y a ti desde Texas!❤️🙏🏼😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Valeria!!! Or should we say Grazie Mille! I appreciate the support and the kind words. Where did you study abroad? Florence??

[@valeriaflores108]

@@AlexanderAyling I studied abroad in Florence, that’s right! We visited Rome, Venice, Pisa, Verona, and Cinque Terre - magical cities! The world is truly a marvelous place and your content really shows that, Alex. Love it!

[@fernandamacario6618]

This is definitely the best video of tips I have seen so far! Thank you

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Fernanda- check out my full Italy playlist! Italy | Travel Tips, Guides and Vlog Series kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Fernanda - if you want more I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@asiamacchia]

Congratulazioni analisi perfetta BRAVO

[@TUTINAZINA]

The best video tips from Italy I’ve seen so far. Thanks so much.

[@AlexanderAyling]

I’m glad you enjoyed it. If you need help planning the perfect trip to Italy I got you covered. All my favorite destinations, hotels , restaurants, activities and secret spots all in one easy to use, mobile friendly interactive map. www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view

[@renatamortazavi2450]

We love your tips. Great video Alex👏👍

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Renata!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Renata, I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

Wow, sei stato perf3tto...venite a Genova, buonissimo consiglio 😊❤. Grazie di cuore per aver spiegato cosi bene l'essenza italiana

[@AlexanderAyling]

Grazie!!

[@dinalubin6498]

Ahhhh GREAT video of my favourite country!! Your footage, cinematography and editing were 👌🏼👌🏼 The only thing to add is for travellers to be aware that certain restaurants have the “coperto”- the small fee (like a cover charge) that’s added onto the bill, basically paying for the laundering of the tablecloths. Not sure if that’s actually a myth- I’ve also heard it’s to pay for bread, oil, vinegar…but in any case, each person has to pay this fee.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Dina. Yes there are some hidden fees at times. Glad you enjoyed the video

[@Tailsof2Spaniels]

and the more expensive the restaurant in the more touristy areas like Piazza Navona , the higher that " Coperto" is!

[@theresaingram64]

Thanks!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Theresa! I appreciate your donation. If you're planning a trip to Italy I highly recommend grabbing a copy of my two week Italy itinerary, it's jam packed with awesome information and will make trip planning a breeze. Check it out here -> bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide ✨

[@thatgirl_Devi]

Love all of your travel guides and how detailed they are!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Devi!! I want to help as much as I can so I appreciate you noticing :)

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you! I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@donatellag635]

As an Italian living in Italy this video made me laugh at times but it' s well done😀 Se say LA discoteca, LA trattoria, cause they are feminine. Once a tourist asked me if we say "il Duomo" or "la Duomo"😯 se say IL DUOMO, or LA CATTEDRALE😁 If you want to eat a simple pasta dish you can have "cacio e pepe" or "arrabbiata"(vegan). No additional grated cheese on seafood pasta in general. If you like cappuccino after dinner/lunch you can have a "caffè macchiato"(pron.Makkiato), which is a coffe with a little foamed milk. To enter a church I think It s enough to put on a pashmina scarf (which doesn t take a lot of room in a bag and you can use It if the air con Is freezing) on a woman s shoulders, at least this is what I heard at the entrance of Milan s Duomo.. I travelled a lot around Europe and these tips are useful anywhere...well, in northern europe they use less cash money. As for pickpockets keep precious belongings in a shoulder bag in front.blend in with the locals... Other beautiful and underrated towns are Turin, Naples (of course not the spanish blocks), well served by trains... What else...I don t stay in my country for high season vacation because it's not for my budget. If anyone needs info feel free to ask 😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

Grazie Mille for sharing all your great tips!

[@donatellag635]

We don't have the habit of leaving tips at restaurants, it can happen maybe if you are particularly happy with the service, but it's not a habit, so if you don't want to, you don't have to, nobody will notice it.

[@nikkilogan7726]

Very helpful Alex! Grazie!! 😎🇮🇹💖✨

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Nikki!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Nikki! In case you want more information I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@aimeecrosbie91]

Great video and perfectly timed! Off to Italy in June & will be spending 10 days driving around the northern half of Italy, of which I have only just started booking. This has inspired me to spend my Sunday getting everything booked 😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

Awesome!!! You’re gonna love it. Please consider using my links for booking :)

[@aimeecrosbie91]

@@AlexanderAyling thanks for the link for booking the car, can’t wait for the trip to Europe to roll around in a couple of months!

[@goodphone156]

Good info!

[@r_achylahey]

Thank you for this! We’re currently planning our honeymoon, and found this super helpful! - from Australia ☺️

[@romani8494]

Amazing tips!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Glad you like them! Make sure you watch my full Italy Playlist :)

[@AlexanderAyling]

Also I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@teresa978]

Very informative thank you.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Glad you enjoyed it. Check out my detailed 14 day itinerary for more information. www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view

[@chronicallyplanty4259]

I absolutely loved this! By far my favorite travel video you've done, the tips were so specific and clearly really helpful for tourists!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you! I'm stoked you enjoyed the video! Stay tuned, a lot of great Italy and Europe content on the way!

[@kaligatlapranayvinod]

Hi, you videos looks great, may I know in which month you been there, as I see that there is a sun & also not many people. Thank you

[@AlexanderAyling]

Spring time! If you want more information I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@kimm3473]

Fantastic travel guide!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Glad you enjoyed it Kim! Thanks for tuning in.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Kimm - I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@boundariesunlimited267]

Great video! Planning on heading to Italy in one month!

[@AlexanderAyling]

That’s awesome! I highly recommend grabbing a copy of my Italy Itinerary, it’s got all my best tips, favorite spots, activities, attractions, secret spots and more. Grab yours here: bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@korenng5553]

Flying into Florence for family Tuscany Wedding mid May...any private Van transport you can refer tho car rental or train are options.

[@KrisV385]

Great video Alex thanks!

[@AlexanderAyling]

My pleasure! I'm glad you liked it Kris!

[@didiq7671]

Hi Alex , I’m a fan of ur videos thank h so much I appreciate u . Do u have videos where to get the street foods in Rome ?

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Didi, Thanks for watching. I’ve got a Rome Travel Guide and a Rome Vlog, but the best tips are in my Itinerary. Grab a copy of my Italy Itinerary to make the most of your time there! Multiple city itineraries, all my favorite destinations, hotels and restaurants, must try dishes, activities, experiences and secret spots compiled into one easy to follow, interactive map complete with high quality photographs and custom voice memos! Shop it here: www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view

[@LongLiveDemocracy-z8s]

All the things mentioned here has been very useful, thanks so much

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cheers Sam! Check out my Italy Playlist for more! Also if you’re booking your trip, please consider using the affiliate links in the video description. Great deals & a small commission to me. Cheers Italy | Travel Tips, Guides and Vlog Series kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW

[@AlexanderAyling]

Glad to hear it. If you want more I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@divineservent]

The Google maps tip was worth viewing this entire video.

[@AlexanderAyling]

LOL 😂

[@AlexanderAyling]

There’s plenty more great information to help you plan the perfect trip in my Italy Itinerary! www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view

[@ForeverHomeItaly]

Agree!😂 sat navs do it too though, I miss paper maps ( I’m old) we always managed to get where we needed to be!

[@rozmorzful]

can you please tell me the directions to take from a central locations to the hot spring. thank you

[@AlexanderAyling]

I've included directions and much more in my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@vegasrealestatepros7137]

Great Video!!!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cheers Tim!

[@fatiflowero5388]

Chao:) Great video, definitely more unique than every other videos I have watched! u should definitely think about starting you tube chanel about learning italian ;-) So I am planning trip for 17 days to Italy in June with my small family, but we are all debating on some towns whether we should see them or not since it's going to be hot season, still confused about it thought😒

[@effie-Toronto]

Your travel guides are really good and how you explain it to us is amazing by the way changed my you tube name from Effie to this Luckygirl

[@AlexanderAyling]

Awesome! Thank you! Effie! I see you 👀

[@AnaConde-g1z]

Going to Italy on June 20th and these are very helpful tips. Our itinerary will be to start in Rome for 3 nights then we take off to Sicily to attend a wedding. After a week in southern Sicily we will head back to the mainland and drive to Amalfi Coast. We will spend 4 nights in Castelemmare di Stabia, between Sorrento and Pompei. besides a boat trip to Positano and Amalfi, we don’t have anything else planned. Since we are a group of 12, I would like to have reservations for dinner and ideas for other things to do in the area. Thinking of a visit to Pompeii and Naples. Any recommendation and tips? Next stop is back to Rome to drop off most of the party so they return back to US. Then 4 of us will take the train to Florence for 4 nights. We booked a private car to drive us around Tuscany and visit some wineries. Would love to hear about favorite restaurants and off the beaten path things to do. Grazie!

[@manuelnasci]

Regarding the Google Maps issue, it happened to me as well in Le Marche region: the app was constantly sending me through dirty road "shortcuts" that turned out to be no shortcuts at all! A couple of times I had to go back because it was impossible to continue. I have the impression that it happens almost only in South Italy: never had issues in Florence or above. I don't know who is providing data to Google in those areas: maybe the municipalities didn't mark those roads as "dirty" and so the algorithm thinks they're just shorter, not busy, and thus faster.

[@CarrieRad]

Time to go back :)

[@AlexanderAyling]

Yes please!

[@mohimakader]

Great tips, had no idea about the public water fountains, I was skeptical the entire time when I visited and spent tons on bottled water. I’ve done the touristy places, Venice with murano and burano, Florence, Cinque terre and Pisa. Planning on taking hubby, any suggestions for less touristy cities towards the south?

[@AlexanderAyling]

Naples 🤙🏼 - yeah the water fountains are legit 💦

[@juliawhiteman]

I learned so much from this video! I’m headed to Italy for the first time in October / November and will be using all of these tips! Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@robbinblock2725]

Me too!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you, Julia! I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@AlexanderAyling]

@@robbinblock2725 Great to hear Robbin! I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@LindaParfitt]

Thank you for an awesome video!!!!

[@AlexanderAyling]

You are so welcome! I hope you take a moment to check out my custom 14 day Italy Travel Itinerary! All my favorite destinations, hotel and restaurant recommendations, activities and secrets spots compiled into one easy to follow interactive map and itinerary. Have a look: www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view?s=6a0974ec-3a6a-4e98-b3c9-cbac8c972887&s_f=e&s_t=c_l&s_b=y

[@christianmirabalbin3586]

Amazing content! Thanks

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Christian. I’m glad you liked it. Hope you’re subscribed. Much more on the way!

[@conniegerardi9845]

Hi & thanks! What kind of money, cash, if you will, do they use in Italy. American dollars or Italian money? Kindly elaborate and thanks so much again for your fine video, Italian phrases, etc. Grazi

[@ambientwaves612]

Great video, local food is always better, the Speedo 😂

[@AlexanderAyling]

You got that right! The food is amazing, the speedos not so much haha

[@potentetravels]

My wife and i are visiting Tuscany and Rome in early April. I would love a link to a video highlighting both areas if you have. Its our 2nd visit. Ty!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Jason - no worries! Check my Italy playlist for my Rome and Tuscany vlogs. I also highly recommend you grab yourself a copy of my Italy travel itinerary to make the most of your time there. All the best attractions, hotels, restaurants, activities and secret spots in an easy to follow interactive map. Italy Itinerary: bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide 💫 Italy | Travel Tips, Guides and Vlog Series kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW

[@potentetravels]

@@AlexanderAyling I appreciate it!

[@dorisgilman920]

Question abut the rental cars, do they not have GPS in them?

[@cecilm6742]

I totally enjoyed this video! Such helpful tips. We’re planning our vacation to the south of Italy in late April for 2 weeks. One week visiting the Amalfi Coast. We were thinking that Salerno would be a good base to visit the other coastal towns. Do you agree and if you have other thoughts on a base for 1 week as we plan to visit Rome and Venice on the second week. Thanks!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Cecil. I’d probably just do three days in both Rome and Venice and have one day for train travel. If you’d like to support more content please consider booking your trip, hotels, rental cars, train tickets and activities/ museums with the affiliate links in my video description or pinned comment. You’ll get great prices and I’ll earn a small commission at no extra price to you. Cheers and enjoy your trip!

[@cecilm6742]

@@AlexanderAyling Thks for your suggestion. Will definitely look into your links!

[@AlexanderAyling]

@@cecilm6742 Also I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@TerriHansonMead]

Great video. Thanks for the tips. In France and Switzerland last summer, credit cards were accepted everywhere. I was suprised about your comment about cash in italy. This didn't change as a result of the pandemic?

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Terri. Most places accept card, smaller towns and shops prefer cash. Make sure you check out the rest of my Italy Playlist. Italy | Travel Tips, Guides and Vlog Series kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Terri, I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@theotheofanous9763]

Thank you so much for the advice. I’m from a European country and planning on travelling with our ID. Is that okay for entrance in these attractions? Grazie Mille!

[@AlexanderAyling]

I believe so! If you need more information I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@ttbko]

For those foolish souls like me who do rent a car, beware the potential for driving fines. 3 years after we returned home from our Rome trip, I received a letter from a solicitors in UK who claimed I had driven up a city road I wasn't permitted to. The paperwork was a bit vague but certainly believable. Because of the massive delay - 3 years - I checked the regulations on the Roman driving website that said there were time limits and these had clearly been exceeded. I hadn't moved home so I was eminently locatable. I challenged it with the solicitors and asked for further information that time showed, they neither had nor could/would produce. In the end, after months of going backwards and forwards, they told me they had sent their paperwork back to their client, a debt collector in Rome! It remains unclear whether it was an infringement by me in Rome or whether it was a scam.

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s hard to say. I had half a mind to throw it away as I thought it was a scam but I called my rental agency and they confirmed it wasn’t.

[@potentetravels]

Wow

[@jpr6233]

Hey Team, any plans of doing the wine region of Piemonte ? Asti area..

[@AlexanderAyling]

Yeah I love the Alps. Need to get back and film up there. Have you seen my latest video? 14 Perfect Days in Italy | Italy Vacation Planning Travel Itinerary kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipnTZXSOhq6DlZI

[@sherrytolbird7983]

Friend and I are driving from Venice airport to Rome airport and suggestion on where to stop along the way as don’t miss this places? I’ll rent my car through your link thanks

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Sherry! Yes of course watch this detailed 14 Itinerary from Rome to Venice (or vice versa). 14 Perfect Days in Italy | Italy Vacation Planning Travel Itinerary kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipnTZXSOhq6DlZI

[@AlexanderAyling]

I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@CalebsCars]

Can someone point me in the direction of finding the best “off the beat” walks, hikes, and places to visit? I do not wish to do the usual tourist stuff for my upcoming trip

[@AlexanderAyling]

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[@CalebsCars]

@@AlexanderAyling you are awesome!

[@TravelingDan20]

Great vid:)

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Dan!

[@robyn8221]

Great advice. We leave in about a month!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Robyn, you’re going to have a great time. Check out my full Italy Playlist for more information and tips - Italy | Travel Tips, Guides and Vlog Series kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW

[@robyn8221]

@@AlexanderAyling I’ve been watching them all day. Great videos!

[@florencehendrick4781]

I learned so much from this video! I’m headed to Italy soon and would love to know where the place is located that you and your wife were sitting in the rushing water....that was so cool!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Florence, Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the video. You can see my whole 14 day Italy travel itinerary and guide here. It shares all my favorite destinations, secret spots, attractions, restaurants and accommodations and plans it all out so you don’t have to waste time researching. Hope you enjoy! www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view

[@cecillemarie8188]

What translator apps can anyone recommend here? TIA.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Download Google Translate app 👍🏽

[@stefftravel]

A tip i would like to add regarding pick pockets. When i travel i keep all my valuables in a money belt. You wear them under a T shirt. I keep some small money in my pockets thats it.

[@jeremydchandler]

I have a question I need some answers ASAP. I clicked on the cheap rental car tab above. It is showing me that I can rent a car for $8.00 per day? And full coverage for $6.50 per day? Is this correct? With my corporate account discount key from Enterprise, the cost is $35 per day.

[@carrievillwock3374]

Where was thehot spring located that we see you at in the video?.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Right here Carrie - Tuscany | UNIQUE Road Trip Through Italy's Most Beautiful Place kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYnCYY13j7SWaac

[@AlexanderAyling]

It's in the guide I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@stargazer5073]

Yahooooooooo, love Italy! No shame in using links, smart--we all need a little $$$$.

[@AlexanderAyling]

If you want more I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@shawahnawest5221]

My fiancé and I are honeymooning in Italy. Originally we were going to do Italy and Greece however when researching and trying to plan the trip I didn't think 16 days would be enough do see both so we are just doing Italy for the Trip. Planning this is HARD to do. I am trying to see everything and I am wondering if I am putting too much into one trip. I was planning on us traveling from one end to the other. We want to see the main attractions but mostly want those hidden gems and secluded areas. I was thinking of dividing the trip up into what you mentioned, the north, south, center, and islands. Do you think 16 days will be enough? We are planning to do this a year after we get married so March 2025 was our planned honeymoon time.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Totally understand. Trip planning is challenging. Grab a copy of my Italy itinerary, it will make it easy to have a great honeymoon. bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@pennylainetv]

This is a high quality amazing video! 👏🏼

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you!! Check out my full Italy Playlist! kzbin.info/aero/PLmhbBmUiJiZkGXEAqsVhVG0sfnJgfBfuW Also please consider booking your trip using my affiliate links. No extra cost to you, great prices and a small commission for me to fund new trips and content. Cheers

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you. I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@ThanksJanie]

So how far in advance do you have to book tickets to either sites or for trains? What timeline do you recommend?

[@AlexanderAyling]

I tend to book about two to three months out. 👍🏽 I’m currently working on a detailed Italy PDF travel guide so stay tuned. I should have it up for sale here in a few days! It’s got all my tips, secrets, and everything in one easy to use, mobile friendly guide

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Amy, I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@jamiemelendez6520]

Hi Alex! My husband and I are planning to visit Italy in the next year and are not sure which city would be best to fly into, we have never been so want to hit a lot of the famous spots but I also want to check out Tuscany, where do you recommend flying into or staying?

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Jamie - I’d definitely recommend flying into Rome as it’s the country’s biggest airport. From there you can rent a car after seeing the city and drive Tuscany. I’ve got a Tuscany guide and an Italy Itinerary coming soon so stay tuned. In the meantime check this video 12 ESSENTIAL ROME Italy Travel Tips | WATCH BEFORE YOU GO! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGGuqGR4eMx9nK8

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Jamie, I'm happy to tell you I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@Waterandfirehere]

Wjere is that thumbnail picture? The beach with ruined circular structure?😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

Sardinia

[@cecillemarie8188]

When i arrive in Italy, how do i get to my hotel. Is there a train right there at the airport?

[@AlexanderAyling]

Which airport are you flying into?

[@AlexanderAyling]

I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@ILandTravels]

😍italy❤

[@AlexanderAyling]

Love Italy

[@didiq7671]

Oh and Alex do u know what can we bring back in the US as far as wine , food like ham ? My mom wants to buy ham and cheese from Italy and I’m Not sure if it will be allowed in the US . What do u think? Can u name some pls

[@joyiscanvas1165]

12:58 What is this place called and where is it? 🥺🥺🥺

[@joyiscanvas1165]

13:01 also this one? Is it the same place? Please can anyone tell me where exactly it is?

[@paolofilippini4896]

That place is ‘le terme di Saturnia’ (Saturnia’s natural spa), located in Tuscany. Here is the google maps link maps.app.goo.gl/pn9VVjXzsxzrNMQC9.

[@Paul-770]

i have plan to go to the Italy in this summer. how is it by car in Italy? is it safe to drive to Sicily?

[@AlexanderAyling]

Yes for sure! You can book a great car at an affordable rate here. economybookings.tp.st/sVOQmZhq Happy Travels Paul!

[@Paul-770]

@@AlexanderAyling my mean is by my own car from one of Scandinavian country. 😄

[@AlexanderAyling]

@@Paul-770 Yes you can drive there. It would be a great road trip. Also I just published my detailed 14-day Italy Itinerary PDF Travel Guide! All my best tips, top restaurants, hidden gems, and must-see attractions in one easy-to-use, mobile-friendly PDF. So make your trip the best it can be while supporting new content! Check it out! bit.ly/ItalyPDFTravelGuide

[@cassienguyen3287]

Hi Alex, is it better to stay in rome or venice if i’m only planning to be in italy for a week? Thanks

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Cassie. Really depends on what you prefer. I think you could definitely do both and take a high speed train from one to the other :)

[@SuzannePitchford-f2g]

Gulf Breeze Fl. Thanks for the information!

[@AlexanderAyling]

My pleasure. If you need more detailed information to make your trip planning a breeze then grab a copy of my Italy Itinerary to make the most of your time there! Multiple city itineraries, all my favorite destinations, hotels and restaurants, must try dishes, activities, experiences and secret spots compiled into one easy to follow, interactive map complete with high quality photographs and custom voice memos! Shop it here: www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view

[@SabineBeckerPUSH]

Thank you so much for your informative video. Since you brought up rental cars, I have a question for you: in 2019 my partner and I rented a car, and sure enough he got 2 tickets. The fee from the rental car company arrived several months later.. so he paid that fee, but now , four years later, he still has not received the actual ticket.. we are leaving for Italy in one month, and my partner is very concerned that he will not be able to rent a car, due to the unpaid tickets. But as I said, we have never received them.. we do not know who to contact. Please , do you or anybody else have suggestions??? what’s the statue of limitations?????

[@AlexanderAyling]

I’d just go for it! Rent it before you arrive. You can use the links in video description for great rates. Also if you need tips for the itinerary check my guide here. www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view

[@josejimenaz]

I didn't know ticket laws are strict as the states as well😮.

[@Tailsof2Spaniels]

Here's another good tip. Italy closes as a country from Aug 15th to Sept 1st! So don't visit during those times! The whole counrty closes shops and goes to their country houses.

[@RudyEsposito-w9q]

Yes you can go to the beach wear a brasilian bikini maybe no top but if you walk in the city they fine you, welcome to Italy.

[@SteveClynes-ms6xm]

I have be to Italy

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Steve - make sure you check out my full Italy Itinerary to make the most of your trip! www.thatch.co/guide/1dsms6723if8m/view

[@JmartiStudio]

usas NIKON????