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Experiencing Italy’s Wonders By
Car
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Having your own car for your Italian vacation gives you maximum flexibility and freedom to explore at your own pace and schedule.
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It is most economical to rent a car ahead of time, before you leave for Italy. Almost all big-name rental companies have offices in Italy.
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An international driver’s license is required to drive in Italy. This can be obtained through AAA in the United States and through CAA in Canada.
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Most cars in Italy have manual transmission. Renting an automatic transmission car can be difficult and is more expensive.
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Observing the speed limit for urban areas, secondary roads and the Autostrada is strictly enforced.
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The Italian Highway Code follows the Geneva Convention and Italy uses international road signs.
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Gasoline and diesel fuel are significantly more expensive than in the United States. Be prepared to pay at least €1.50/per liter.
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Look for signs with a large blue “P.” There are well-marked parking lots with plenty of parking in most tourist towns.
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Look out for the large red “A” and stop at an Autogrill. There are clean bathrooms, trinket shopping and excellent coffee and food.
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While traffic and restrictions make driving in Rome and Florence a bit difficult, outside of the big cities are some of the world’s most scenic routes.
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the SS163 or more popularly known as the Amalfi Drive, connects the towns of Sorrento and Salerno in the Amalfi Coast.
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Positano beach along the Amalfi Coast
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Fall under the spell of symmetrical rows of cypress trees, green hills and charming hill towns from San Gimignano to Bagno Vignoni in Tuscany.
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The Tuscan countryside during summer
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The South Tyrol region of Italy is a bridge between Mediterranean and Alpine Italy.
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Begin your easy drive to the famous city of Verona heading out towards the Prosecco and Valpolicella vineyards.
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Plan a stop along one of the towns bordering Lake Garda. You have castles, churches and ancient glacial walls to choose for a visit.
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As you head further north you will see the majestic Dolomite mountain range with lots of picturesque towns to visit.
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The city of Bolzano is home to Ötzi the Iceman, a rich musical tradition and during the holiday season, famous Christmas markets.
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