Italy is located in the Southern Europe and is one of the favorite places for enthusiastic tourists, not only for the sandy beaches, but also for delicious food, Italian temperament, original architecture and rich cultural heritage. Italy offers something for everyone - skiing, the warm Italian sea, but also Italian fashion and the opportunity to get to know one of the world's greatest cultural heritage. If you include the beautiful Italian landscape and its breathtaking diversity, you will be pleased in every way. Well, if you plan to visit Italy in 2021, then you have made the right choice. For several years, Italy has been one of the most popular travel destinations, and it’s no surprise why.
6 Reasons Why to visit Italy
1. History
Italy has a complicated, compelling history.
Each region has its own past. Phoenicians, Etruscans and Romans all left their mark in various parts of the country. The Middle Ages are still visible in many beautiful cities, and so is the Renaissance period — and these are just a few to mention. The many layers of history are still visible, with archeological sites scattered around the country, unique art and a cultural tradition that has been carried out for centuries. If you can’t get enough of the museums and architecture, why not stay in a historic building yourself?
You can even rent a castle for your self. And we can help you to plan your fairy tale vacation.
2. The Lakes
In our opinion, the Italian lakes are unrivaled. While they have become synonymous with romantic holidays, they are also brilliant family holiday spots as there are so many things to see and do. One of our favorites is Lake Trasimeno. This idyllic spot is one of the most beautiful lakes in Italy. The three islands in the lake, one of which is home to the ruins of a Franciscan monastery, are accessible to visitors by ferry. Or another beautiful lake is Lake Lugano on the border with Switzerland. Or Braies Lake, which is known as the Pearl of the Dolomites, is one of the most beautiful Alpine lakes in South Tyrol. And many more…
3. Food
We couldn’t compile a list of reasons to visit Italy without mentioning the food!
Italian cuisine is much respected and much replicated throughout the world. However, it goes without saying that everyone must try real, authentic Italian food once in their lives. Tuscany is an established paradise for dedicated gourmands; regional specialties include pecorino cheese, olive oil and grappa.
The most iconic Italian foods you need to try :
Of course, number one is Pizza !
Then you should definitely try Lasagna, Carbonate, Truffles, Risotto, Polenta, Ossobuco, Florentine Steak, Gelato, Tiramisu and we can't forget about coffee. There is so much more and so many good restaurants...
We will help you find the best restaurant in your destination, so you can enjoy the most delicious food and possible best views too.
4. Architecture
Italy is brimming with architectural wonders; exquisite cathedrals, fantastically tall and ancient towers, Roman amphitheaters and ornate palaces. Florence is a standout city when it comes to architecture, but other, smaller cities such as Verona, Rome, Bologna and Venice also lead the way with outstanding examples of architecture from different periods.
5. The Style / Shopping
Italians are renowned for their sense of style and produce famous, talented designers like they’re going out of fashion, including Armani, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana and Valentino. From the intricate designs of various items of clothing to the detailed wonders of the latte art featuring on your morning coffee, it’s time to admit that Italians are, and always will be, slightly cooler and a lot more stylish than other European nations. This makes Italy the perfect retreat for you to treat yourself to some new items for your wardrobe, and given that the destination is usually ahead on all things fashion, it’ll probably still be stylish for years to come!
6. And let's not forget Italian wines!
Who hasn't tried a Bardolino, Lambrusco, or Chianti?
If these seem to be the most famous wines, there are plenty of other high-quality wines in Italy. Tuscany is the most renowned destination for wine lovers in Italy, but there are also some other regions like Veneto and Piedmont, where you can find excellent wines.
Does all of it sound good to you? Are you ready to travel to Italy? Here you will find a few tips on where to travel in Italy.
Now let's look what you need to know before you travel to
Italy
First, I want to say that I provide the most accurate information at the time when this article was created. And because the world still trying to recover from Covid situation, the regulations and situations are changing frequently. So I can't guarantee that at the time you read this article, the information will be still accurate. So please always double-check with official sources or follow us for new updates.
Italy applies health-related restriction measures to incoming travelers, which may vary depending on their country of origin. Before entering Italy, from any country of origin and for any travel reason, the digital European Passenger Locator Form (dPLF) must be compiled.
Who can go ?
Following closures over the Christmas and New Year period, the borders reopened in January 2021. Countries currently allowed in, some with quarantine, are divided into two lists:
Arrivals are permitted from most of Europe:
Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
Until now, arrivals from these countries have had to produce a negative Covid-19 test result taken within 48 hours of arrival, and must report to the local health authorities on arrival. The five-day quarantine for these countries was dropped May 17. Arrivals from the United Kingdom are also now allowed, but the quarantine rule that was dropped in May was reinstated on June 21 and renewed on July 30.
Arrivals must provide a negative test taken within 48 hours of arrival, quarantine for five days and then take another test. This rule will next be reviewed on August 30.
Israeli arrivals are also now permitted, with no quarantine but must present a negative test.
Only Italian residents may travel to Italy from Brazil. They must present a negative test taken within 72 hours of arrival, test again within 48 hours, and quarantine for 14 days, before testing negative a third time to end quarantine.
Again, only those with Italian residence may enter from India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Arrivals from this country must quarantine for 10 days in a hotel managed by health authorities -- see below.
List D is for travelers from Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Thailand and the US. These must present a negative PCR test taken within the 72 hours before arrival, register with the local health authority on arrival, and quarantine for 10 days.
However, those coming from Canada, Japan and the US can skip quarantine, as long as they have either been fully vaccinated with an EU-approved vaccine more than two weeks earlier, have proof of having recovered from Covid-19 or can produce a negative test taken within the past 48 hours.
Travelers from Canada and the US are also allowed in quarantine-free if
traveling on a "Covid-tested" flight, whether or not they have been vaccinated. Tourism is not currently allowed from any other country. Since overnight stays must be registered with the authorities, there's no chance of sneaking in via a secondary country.
What are the restrictions?
Arrivals from Europe must provide a negative PCR test result taken within 48 hours of their arrival.
They are also required to fill in a self-declaration form, and report to the local health authorities. The same rules apply to arrivals from the Israel, though with a test taken 48 hours previously.
Travelers from the UK will have to present a negative test taken within 48 hours, then self-isolate for five days and take another test at the end, to finish quarantine. This rule was renewed July 30 and will remain in place until at least August 30.
Leisure travel is now permitted from Canada, Japan the United States.
To avoid 10 days quarantine, travelers can arrive at a government-approved "Covid-tested" flight or produce evidence of a completed vaccine cycle, recovery from the illness or a negative test taken within the past 48 hours.
Delta and Alitalia currently run Covid-tested flights from New York JFK and Atlanta to Rome, Venice and Milan, and Boston to Rome.
United is now offering Covid-tested flights from Newark to Milan, and American Airlines is offering JFK to Rome and Milan.
Traveling from Canada? Air Canada has Covid-tested flights from Toronto and Montreal to Rome. Those arriving at a "Covid-tested" flight must test negative 48 hours before boarding, then again at the airport, and a third time on arrival.
Arrivals from any other approved countries which have not been mentioned above must self-isolate for 10 days on arrival and take private transportation to their destination.
Anyone who has been to Brazil (of those permitted for entry) in the past 14 days, or transited through either destination for more than 12 hours, must present a negative test taken within 48 hours of arrival, and complete a further test on arrival. T
hey must then quarantine for 14 days, with another mandatory test at the end of the period.
Only those with Italian residence may enter from India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, presenting a negative test taken within 48 hours of arrival. Anyone who has traveled through India or Bangladesh must now take a further test on arrival, then quarantine for 10 days in a hotel managed by local health authorities (this is likely to be a military facility or a converted building rather than a standard hotel).
They must take a further test on day 10 before leaving quarantine. Any arrivals traveling for essential reasons, from countries which are normally barred from entry, must quarantine for 14 days on arrival.
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!!! COVID RESTRICTIONS UPDATE September 1st, 2021!!!
Italy became the first European country to announce tougher coronavirus requirements for American tourists entering the country Tuesday since the European Union removed the U.S. from its safe travel list amid a surge of new coronavirus cases across the U.S.
Any traveler who has been in the U.S. in the previous two weeks must present a negative coronavirus test taken within three days of their arrival in Italy regardless of their vaccination status, the Italian Ministry of Health said Tuesday.
Unvaccinated travelers must also quarantine for five days after they arrive and then be tested for coronavirus again, even if their initial test was negative.
Tourists must also fill out a passenger locator form, which allows contact tracers to identify viral clusters in the event of a coronavirus breakout.
The new restrictions also apply to travelers coming from Japan, Canada and Israel, which are also battling new coronavirus waves of their own.
Italy’s tougher requirements will last until at least Oct. 25, the government said Tuesday.
The other 26 EU states have not announced any additional restrictions for American travelers since the U.S. was removed from the safe travel list Monday, though countries like Belgium and Germany already had tougher rules in place for U.S. visitors.
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