The Art of Traveling Italy: An Insider's Guide to Traveling Fearlessly and Wisely

Are you taking your first trip to Italy? Or are you an experienced traveler, but overwhelmed by the process of planning a trip? Being prepared can make all the difference in enjoying everything wonderful Italy has to offer, while minimizing your risk for the worst. This colorful, entertaining book is written to make planning fun and set you on a course to make the most of your time in this amazing country. It is chock full of expert advice, essential information, tricks, tips and cultural insights prepared by seasoned tour manager, tour operator and intrepid traveler, Sandy Serio Gregory, owner of Che Bella Tours.This guide takes the mystery out of traveling to Italy. Use it a framework from which to plan and prepare for your trip. Refer to it while you travel so you know what to expect while abroad. Each chapter begins with a snapshot of Sandy’s life on the road, written to inspire and capture the spirit of her time in Italy. She then breaks down each chapter in a step-by-step manner, clearly outlining what to expect and how to travel with passion, wisdom and style, including:Suggested Italy itineraries that allow you to return home rested and refreshed, rather than travel-weary Practical information on how to plan and travel mindfully and responsibly, including tips and guidelines on: • Safety and security• Passports and travel documents• Trip insurance• Planes, trains and automobiles• Staying connected• Hotels and villasHow to better prepare for international travel with essentials such as:• Important websites and in-country emergency contacts• Packing checklists• Language cheat sheets• What to wear and how to pack• Sandy’s favorite travel products, books and films about ItalyEating in Italy• Authentic regional Italian cuisine• The Italian restaurant experience• Eating seasonally• Cooking lessons and regional winesShopping in Italy• What to buy, where and how• Sandy’s favorite thingsHow to view art and make it fun • How to appreciate painting, sculpture, architecture, antiquities and music • Iconic Italian design • How to take great travel photosAt the end of the book is Sandy’s travel cookbook, Make it With Love: Recipes from My Italian Travels for the American Kitchen, with the authentic, classic regional recipes you will actually find on menus in ItalyThe Art of Traveling Italy is beautifully designed and chock full of colorful photographs that inspire and excite. As a bonus for purchasing a printed book, you can also receive a free pdf version to put on your phone or tablet to reference while traveling.Don’t set aside your dreams of exploration and experience. Grab this book NOW to become a wise and fearless traveler. Andiamo! Let’s go Read more