Is travel in Italy safe? What are the things I need to do or avoid to stay safe? This episode is part 1 of a new series based on FAQs. In this episode, I'll discuss safety in Italy, and give you 8 tips on how to stay safe and what to do if you're a victim of a crime while on vacation in Italy. 

Notes: 

Women's Crossbody Anti-Theft Purse

Men's Anti-Theft Man Bag

Travel Money Belt

US Embassy in Italy - Emergency Contact Information

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Is it possible to visit Lake Como on a budget? Yes! It's completely possible! In this episode, you'll learn some tips on how to visit one of the world's most luxurious vacation destinations and not break the bank. 

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This episode is part 4 of my series on Lake Como. In this episode, I'll give you tips on where to stay and how to find accommodations at Lake Como.

Notes:

Forbes list of 12 best hotels on Lake Como
Hotel Guru's 8 Best Budget Hotels on Lake Como

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Part 3 of the series on Lake Como is all about what there is to do and see at the lake. You'll learn details about historical villas, towns to visit, and lots of other activities and notable places.

Notes -

Historical Villas:

https://www.villacarlotta.it/it/visita/
https://www.villamonastero.eu/
https://fondoambiente.it/villa-del-balbianello-eng

Boat tour companies:

https://www.lakecomoboattour.it/our-tour/https://www.comoclassicboats.com/en/lake-como-boat-tours/experience-tours/

Lido and Public Beach map
https://maphub.net/lakecomotravel/lake-como-beaches-3

Castello di Vezio
https://www.castellodivezio.it/

Orrido di Bellano
https://www.discoveringbellano.eu/it/orrido-di-bellano/

Train tickets
https://www.trenord.it/

Bike Tours
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g187833-Activities-c61-t214-Lake_Como_Lombardy.html

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What time of year is it best to visit Lake Como? How do I get to Lake Como? How do I get around Lake Como once I'm there? In part 2 of my series on Lake Como, I'll focus on what time of year is best to visit Lake Como, how to get to Lake Como, and how to get around the lake once you are there. I'll cover all the details and options you have when traveling to and around the lake.

Notes:

Official Italian Railway Website

Lake Como Ferry System Website

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Lake Como is one of the most popular destinations in Italy! Today we start a series of shows all about Lake Como. In today's episode, we'll discuss the lake, its history, and its allure. In the next episode, we'll talk about how to get around Lake Como, where to fly into, and how to get there and travel around Lake Como. Stay tuned!

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In this episode, you'll learn how to travel from Rome to Florence, Italy by high-speed train. You'll learn which station you need to travel to and from, how to buy train tickets online, what to expect the day of travel, and how to get the best deals possible. As an US Expat living in Italy for many years, I've learned a thing or two about train travel in Italy. In this episode, I share tips and important facts to know when you travel by high-speed train.

Notes:

The two Italian high-speed train companies - Trenitalia.it and
Italotreno.it

Third-party train tickets: Omio.com and trainline.com

Main train station of Rome - Roma Termini
Main train station of Florence - Santa Maria Novella

Rome - Roma
Florence - Firenze

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Are you considering traveling to Italy during the Christmas season? In this episode, I talk about what you can expect if you are in Italy during the season. Buon Natale!

Towns mentioned:

Small town of Rango that is transformed into a Christmas Market.

Aosta, located in the Aosta valley near the French border along the Alps.

Ski Resort mentioned in the episode: Pila Ski Resort in the town of Aosta.

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Thanks for listening!

Are you planning a trip to Italy? Are you unsure which is best to use in Italy, cash, credit, or debit? In this episode, I'll walk you through the pros and cons of each and talk about some important pitfalls to avoid. I'll also talk about how to get the best exchange rates possible when converting your money into euros.

Notes:

1. Check out Nerd Wallet's helpful article on the best travel credit cards.
2. Check out the Wise international debit card which allows you to use 40 different currencies in 160 countries!

Visit my YouTube channel for handy tutorials about travel in Italy! Buon viaggio!

Are you planning a trip to Italy? Are you trying to decide between renting a car or traveling by train? In this episode, I discuss each option's pros and cons. What are some downsides of train travel and car rental in Italy? Listen as I walk you through all the info.

National Italian train service: Trenitalia.com. (they also have a handy app)

Travel Italia YouTube tutorial on how to book train tickets online for travel from Milan to Venice:

Bonus tip: What's the best way to spend your money in Italy? Debit, Cash, Credit? I use Wise which saves you tons of money on international fees and gives you the best exchange rate on the market. Check out Wise.