This page about useful and interesting facts on Italy will help you organize your holiday in our country. Italian. You’ll get by with English in the main cities and Italians will do their best to understand and mimic whatever they must communicate but learning few basic Italian words and an Italian English dictionary will help you get around and the effort will earn you a warm welcome. Click here for a
crash course. Most of Italy is blessed with a mild Mediterranean weather. There are four distinct seasons: a cold winter, a warm summer, a rainy spring and a generally stable and pleasant fall. The Alps in the North and The Apennines Mountains along the Italian boot have short cool summers and long snowy winters. The south offers a dry intense summer and a mild, rainy winter. Click on the link to check
today's weather in Italy. To find out what clothing to pack for your Italian holiday,
click here. Since 2001 Italy currency is the Euro.
Public Holidays in Italy January 1st and 6th Easter, Easter Monday April 25th May 1st August 15th November 1st December 8th, 25th and 26th Schengen EU citizens just need a valid ID document. A permit to stay is needed if they plan to remain longer than 90 days. Citizens from USA , non European countries and non-Schengen EU need a valid passport for a visit non exceeding 90 days. Hot spots are available to the computer addict, click here to read more about
internet access in Italy. Traveling with animals requires some planning. Clicking on this link you'll find
info and tips
that will help you keep your holiday with your best friend smooth and enjoyable. Most small shops are closed between 1.00 and 4.30 PM, the big shopping centers are often open from 9 AM to 9 PM. During the summer the small shops might open after 5.00 PM. My best advice is to relax and enjoy your siesta. In Italy is 220 volts. If you plan to use your 110 volt appliances, you’ll need a converter, unless the appliance is designed for dual voltage: in this case you’ll need an adapter for the Italian sockets. Italian sockets are designed to accept round prongs. It might not be easy or convenient to find what you need once in Italy, so it’s a good idea to get your converter or adapter before you leave home. Italy Time is in the Central European Time Zone. During the summer the time is shifted forward by 1 hour. Ambulance 118 General Emergency 113 Police 112 Fire 115 Country Calling Code +39 Click here for a
detailed map of Italy. Why Visit Le Marche Region? Click here to find out Back to Homepage from interesting facts on Italy
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