Essential Italy travel tips covering transport, accommodation, seasons, safety and practical advice for first-time and returning visitors.
Getting around Italy by train, ferry or flight is straightforward with good planning. This guide explains transport options between cities, islands and regions for smoother travel.
Come with us on a 12‑day Viking Mediterranean Odyssey cruise from Barcelona to Venice. We share each port, key highlights and simple tips so you can plan and enjoy this popular itinerary.
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Plan your Pisa trip with top sights, nearby day trips, places to stay, costs, budgets, transport tips, money-saving ideas, best time, and simple FAQs.
Our score is out of 10 and based on:
Location & convenience – 30%
Room Quality & cleanliness – 30%
Facilities & services – 25%
Dining – 15%
We do not take price (value for money) into our calculations, as rates can differ substantially depending on when you go. If you travel in peak season, then expect to pay the highest rates, but it does not (or should not) change the quality of the hotel. If we give it a rating of 8.0 or higher, we would consider staying again.
TBA – means we have not stayed at this hotel but have booked for a future visit or included in our research as a suggested place to stay
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