Pack valuables, a change of clothes, underwear, prescription medication, and anything else you don’t want to be separated from. Airlines do lose luggage—especially on connecting flights!
If you’re traveling with a partner, put a couple of outfits in each other’s bags. Just do it! If one bag gets lost, you’ll be so glad you did.
👗 Dress Code: Casual/smart casual. When visiting churches, you must cover shoulders and wear something to the knees.
👟 Comfortable Shoes: Essential. We walk a lot!
☀️ Spring/Summer: Lightweight layered clothing is best. An umbrella doubles as a sunshade. Showers happen - bring a light waterproof.
🍂 Fall/Winter: A warmer waterproof coat is advisable.
Bring enough for the entire trip in your carry-on. Carry a list of your medication with a prescription showing active ingredients and dosages.
⚡ Italy uses 230 volts and two or three round-pin plugs. Hotel rooms may have limited sockets, so bring a multi-plug power strip if you have several devices.
🔌 A universal adapter is a must! Available on Amazon or at the airport.
🏨 What’s NOT Provided:
Washcloths
Hair conditioner
Kettles (becoming more common, but not guaranteed!)
💨 Hairdryers: Provided, but usually basic and without a styling nozzle.
🚫 Leave the Dyson at home! It will blow up!
📸 Snap a photo of your suitcase before check-in. If it goes missing, this could help.
📍 Consider using a digital tracker (like an Apple AirTag) for peace of mind.
📱 Keep clear photos of your passport and essential documents on your phone.
📶 Cell Phones: Make sure your phone is set up for roaming. Check with your provider. An eSIM may offer better data plans abroad.
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How strict are the suitcase size guidelines?
They’re just guidelines—don’t stress about an inch here or there. That said, the coach doesn’t have elastic sides, so please try to pack reasonably. Traveling lighter makes life easier!
What if my luggage doesn’t arrive?
You’ll need to fill out a form at the airport’s baggage claim. Please include my cell number (+39 342 7787366) and list all your hotels on the report.
Where do we meet for the airport transfer?
After collecting your luggage, follow the Exit signs and head to Meeting Point 4. Our airport staff will be waiting for you. Full details are in your documentation.
What if my arrival time doesn’t match the transfer?
Follow the signs to the official taxi rank outside the airport. Do not accept rides from anyone approaching you—they will overcharge you.
A licensed Rome taxi has a meter, and the fare to the city is approximately €55.
Can I drink the tap water?
Yes! It’s safe and perfectly fine to drink.
Do I need to book the optional experiences in advance?
No, you’ll book these with me once the trip is underway.
How much should I tip in Italy?
💰 Bars: Leave small change.
🍽️ Restaurants: 10% is appreciated.
🚕 Taxis: Round up the fare.
💼 Hotel Staff: Tips for porterage and restaurant staff are included, but you can leave something for housekeeping if you’d like.
🎤 Local Specialists: €2 per person per service is appreciated. (This is separate from prepaid gratuities.)
👥 If you didn’t prepay staff gratuities:
Travel Director: €7 per person, per day
Driver: €4.50 per person, per day
(Tipped at the end of the trip.)
What can I expect from Italian hotels?
🏨 Hotels vary in style and standards—go with the flow!
🛏️ Beds: Usually standard doubles, not king size. Rooms are smaller than what you may be used to.
🔑 Key cards: You’ll need to insert your key card into a slot inside your room to activate electricity—this saves energy. Keep it away from your phone to avoid demagnetizing!
🛄 Porterage: Included on Trafalgar trips (one bag per person), but not included on Costsaver trips.
🔥 No irons or ironing rooms in most hotels.
💨 Hairdryers: Basic models, usually without a nozzle for blow-drying.
📺 TV: A couple of English news channels, but most will be in Italian.
❄️ Ice: Available at the bar, but ice machines are rare.
🧺 Laundry: Services are available, but they can be pricey.
☕ Breakfast: Usually starts at 7 AM—no coffee available before then!
What if I’ve never done a trip like this before?
✨ You’ll be amazed by the camaraderie that builds as we travel!
🍒 Optional experiences are the cherries on the cake—tailor your trip your way!
🌍 Embrace the differences, expect the unexpected!
💆♀️ You’re on vacation—relax, enjoy, and let Italy work her magic! Let me worry about the logistics.
email: rojnik@yahoo.com tel.: +38631272702