Tuscany, Italy
Tuscany Travel Tips
General Italy, Tips:
Tipping: No tipping necessary, leave a few coins to round up your check if you have any.
Transportation: Trains will take you town to town https://www.italiarail.com/ . A Car is recommended if you plan to move around daily. However, get a small car since the streets are very narrow in the towns.
Train: Always validate your ticket before getting on the train. the tourist card will absolutely not work here.
Water: It is safe to drink, in restaurants however, it is always bottled water.
Dress Code: Casual! However you can spot the tourists from a mile away in their shorts and sandals!
Electrical Outlets: Regular European plugs (type C and H. The standard voltage is 230 V) .
Languages: Italian.
words to know
Hello & Goodbye : Ciao
Good Morning: Buongiorno
Good Evening: Buona sera
Thank you: Grazie
You’re Welcome: Prego
My Name is …: Mi chiamo…
Yes: Sì
No: No
Enjoy Your Meal: Buon appetito
Sorry / Excuse me : spiacente
Please - Per favore
Sparkling Water : acqua frizzante
Regular Water: acqua naturale
Where is the bathroom: dov'è il bagno
How much does this cost: quanto costa questo