"Italy" Italy by traveldave

Italy Travel Guide: 83,866 reviews and 172,861 photos

I traveled throughout Italy during a trip to Europe in 1982. The itinerary followed by my tour group was designed to show us most of the country. After entering Italy from Yugoslavia, we first visited Venice and then went down the east coast to Bari, where we took a ferry to Greece. After a few days in Greece, we returned to Bari and traveled overland to Italy's capital, Rome. From there, we traveled south to the Naples area, where we visited the Isle of Capri, the Amalfi Coast, and the ancient ruins of Pompeii. We then proceeded north, where we visited Florence and Pisa, before finally leaving Italy at the French border.

What was surprising to me about Italy was how each area, and even each city, has its own unique characteristics in landscape, architecture, food, and culture. This variety makes Italy an interesting country to visit, and offers a lot for the curious traveler to see and experience.

Since my last visit in 1982, I have returned to Italy only to make connections through Malpensa International Airport on my way to other destinations.

Last visit to Italy: Apr 2001
Intro Updated Jun 9, 2005
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Florence Favorites (3)

Florence was founded in 59 B.C. when Julius Caesar established a colony in order to control a crossing point on the Arno... more travel advice

Venice Favorites (3)

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Rome Favorites (3)

Rome has had one of the longest and most influential histories of any city in Europe. It probably has had more impact on... more travel advice

The Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral Things to Do (16)

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Transportation (1)
Malpensa International Airport

Off The Beaten Path (4)
See All The Faraglioni Rocks

Travelogues (1)

Written Mar 2, 2004

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Comments (53)

eriksson977 Mar 30, 2009 at 5:10 AM Report Abuse

Outstanding pages from Italy. I just came back from Italy last week. Tomas Eriksson :)
LoriPori Dec 31, 2007 at 4:59 AM Report Abuse

You managed to visit most of the jewels that Italy has to offer. Venice certainly is a beautiful city and I hope to one day visit Pompeii and also see the famous Trevi Fountain.
scottishvisitor Dec 16, 2007 at 9:05 AM Report Abuse

Interesting mix of Italian cities = I have always wanted to visit Rome!! Happy Birthday wishes to you today too!!
Kuznetsov_Sergey Oct 4, 2007 at 12:14 PM Report Abuse

Thanks David for refreshing my memories from far 1996 when I happened to visit this beautiful country. Really we went the same paths there! While reading your page I thought to myself: it's time to revisit!
deecat Jun 5, 2007 at 12:03 PM Report Abuse

Great insights and history about Florence, Rome, and Venice. You have beautiful photographs to accompany your well written commentary. Thanks for a review of my favorite place.
xaver May 25, 2007 at 9:17 PM Report Abuse

nice trip you had!May be it's time to go back and enjoy the smaller spots.
matcrazy1 Mar 12, 2007 at 11:38 PM Report Abuse

Great overview and interesting General Tips. My favourities were Florence, Venice, Costa da Amalfi, Cinque Terre and Sicilly (the largest surprise!) at all.
globetrott Nov 7, 2006 at 3:06 PM Report Abuse

an excellent overview of Italy, Dave ! Pompeji, Capri are Venice are my favorites !
Jim_Eliason Sep 23, 2005 at 5:11 PM Report Abuse

Great Page Dave!
K.S.P.TroopersMom Nov 29, 2004 at 4:50 PM Report Abuse

What awesome travel pages, Im gonna add Italy to my wish list :-) These are great!