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Australia: Embassy of Italy, 12 Grey St., Deakin, Canberra, ACT 2600 (☎ +61 262 733 333; www.ambcanberra.esteri.it/Ambasciata_Canberra). Consulate General of Italy, 509 St. Kilda Rd., Melbourne, VIC ...more
Requirements Citizens of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, and the US need valid passports to enter Italy and to re-enter their home countries. Italy does not allow entrance if the holder&rsquo ...more
The currency chart below is based on August 2009 exchange rates. Check the currency converter on websites like www.xe.com or www.bloomberg.com for the latest exchange rates. As a general rule, it&rsquo ...more
Pack lightly: lay out only what you think you absolutely need, then pack half of the clothes and twice the money. The Travelite FAQ (www.travelite.org) is a good resource for tips on traveling light. The ...more
In any type of crisis, the most important thing to do is stay calm. Your country’s embassy abroad is usually your best resource in an emergency; registering with that embassy upon arrival in the country ...more
When it comes to airfare, a little effort can save you a bundle. For those with flexibility and patience, standby flights are one way to save; be prepared to spend all day at the airport for a week or ...more
Most international flights arrive at Da Vinci International Airport, known as Fiumicino ( FCO; ☎ 06 65 951). Train After exiting customs, follow the signs for Stazione Trenitalia/Railway Station. ...more
The network of routes may seem daunting, but Rome’s buses are an efficient means of getting around the city, especially since the Metro doesn’t serve the centro storico. The Agenzia del Trasporto Autoferrotranviario ...more
While Internet is a relatively common amenity throughout Italy, Wi-Fi is not, and as a general rule, the prevalence of both decreases the further you travel from urban areas. In Rome, it may be possible ...more
Italy’s government has focused on cultural restoration, while natural resources are overlooked and underappreciated. As the number of travelers on the road rises, the detrimental effect they can have ...more
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