10 Things to Know Before Visiting Italy

Imagine spending your afternoon in the sun-drenched Italian Riviera, jumping off rocks into the aquamarine waves of the Mediterranean Sea, and finishing your day with a sunset spritz overlooking the silhouette of Cinque Terre as the yachts play on the horizon. Yes, a Summer in Italy is guaranteed to be the most enchanting Summer of your life and every moment will feel like a vibrant, visual run-on sentence. However, if you're looking for an intimate Italian travel experience with less crowds and more locals in every city, visit off-season (November-March).