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Family Friendly Activities in Italy

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  Italy is a great destination for families, with a mix of cultural experiences, outdoor activities and food that appeals to all ages. Whether you are planning a trip and need an Italy visa from UK or looking for an Italy visa London this guide will help you find the best family friendly activities to do in Italy. Visit Italy’s Iconic Landmarks with Kids Italy is home to some of the world’s most famous landmarks and many are kid friendly: The Colosseum (Rome): Kids will love imagining gladiator battles in this ancient amphitheater. The Leaning Tower of Pisa: A fun stop where kids enjoy taking silly photos holding up the tower. Venice’s Gondola Rides: A unique way to explore the city’s canals that kids and adults will enjoy. Pompeii: A fascinating open air museum where kids can see the ruins of a Roman city frozen in time. Fun and Educational Museums for Families Visiting museums doesn’t have to be boring for kids! Italy has many interactive and fun museums: Explora (Rome...

Five Crucial Issues Which Can Hinder Your Italy Visa Approval

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Whether you plan to set out for a desirable holiday trip or a business trip to Italy; getting your Italy visa is the prerequisite for both. It is impossible to visit the country without fulfilling the legal requirements for an expected visit. If you too are looking forward to a trip to Italy then here are the seven major issues which can hinder your visa approval – 1. Lacking a proof of financial sufficiency – One of the major reasons which lead to Italy visa rejection is the lack or unsatisfactory proof of financial sufficiency. According to the ministry of foreign affairs and International cooperation of Italy, the applicant needs to have a sufficient bank balance as the means of subsistence to cover for the expected stay in Italy. 2. A travel medical insurance – The other reason which could lead to your Italy visa rejection is the absence of a travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 € for the intended stay in Italy and/ or any other country covered in the ent...

Everything you need to know about the leaning tower of Pisa

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Italy is a mesmerizing country spread in the total geographical area of 301,340 kmsq. and has an admirable climate throughout the year. This fascinating country is filled with a range of mountains, plains, volcanoes, rivers, sea, lakes and islands. This country also has some renowned monuments which lead to the submission of millions of Italy visa application form tourists around the world.  One of the major attractive monuments of Italy is the leaning tower of Pisa which has a long history associated with it. The construction of this eminent monument began in the 12th century when the tower started leaning due to an inadequate foundation on a soft ground. The tilt of the monument gradually increased with the passing decades till the time when the construction got completed in the 14th century. This gorgeous leaning tower has the height of 56.67 meters on the higher side and 55.86 meters on the lower side. After the restoration work was being performed from 1990 to 2...

Best Foods You Should Not Miss During Your Trip To Italy

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What’s your favourite food? Is it Pasta or a Pizza or simply you drool over cheese? Well, all of these are from Italy and the entire world is in love with these. Apart from coffee, cheese and pastry, the rich and delightful cuisine of Italy offers countless options. So, if you are on a visit to Italy, you are bound to get confused as to what to eat and what to leave. Let’s have a look at the top foods (although a difficult choice) you should not miss during your trip to Italy: Pizza/Pasta- You can never think of skipping a typical Italian Pizza or Pasta while you are on a holiday to Italy. It is a common belief that Pizza originated in Naples, Italy, so a pizza in Naples would be an ideal choice. You have two types of Pizza in Italy to choose from- Neapolitan Pizza which has a fluffy and thick crust and Roman-style Pizza consisting of very thin crust with very slightest of the crunch. When it comes to Pasta, there are many varieties to choose from but some like Spaghetti alla Carbonar...

Best Italian Desserts which are hard to miss

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Italian desserts are as good as French Desserts and if you are a dessert lover and on a trip to Europe, then apart from getting your hands on French Desserts, make sure you don’t miss the ones from Italy as they are indeed one of the most heavenly delicious desserts in world. Let’s have a look at the best desserts which should be on the top of your list apart from Italian food like Pizza or Pasta- Gelato – Italian Gelato is famous and undoubtedly, it is counted among the best desserts in the world. If you want to try the best Gelato in Italy, just visit Florence for this delightful dessert as the city has got indeed the best flavours and taste. But mind it, Gelato isn’t just the ice cream, it is better and contains less fat. Gelato has much more natural flavouring and is more creamier/softer than ice-cream and melts in the mouth quickly. You can find any of your favourite flavours in Italy but avoiding the street sellers of Gelato in Italy would be a good option as they are...

Italian Cheese- The Best Ones!

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What is the most special thing about Italy? Undoubtedly the first thing that comes to the mind is Italian Cheese. Italian Cheese is renowned all across the world and people just love this offering from Italy.   Italians love to eat cheese even before or after meals apart from using it as an ingredient in the food or to garnish. The most common cheese for a Pizza topping is Mozzarella, Parmesan for a Pasta and Mascarpone for a Dessert. There are hundreds of cheeses available and you should definitely try few famous ones with a glass of wine to complement its flavour. Not just the variety, the Italian Cheese is popular all over the world for its unique taste. The dairies in Italy get the processed milk from various small regions of Italy- where livestock such as cows, buffalos, goats or sheep feed on the hay or green grass, affecting the flavour of milk and cheese. You can find fresh cheese or even the ones those have been aged for different periods of time. With hundreds of ch...

What to do on your trip to Italy

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Italy- A country with the most beautiful and spectacular landscapes, mouth-watering cuisine, art treasures, stunning beauty and sunny cities. Italy has the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites and it’s almost impossible to visit the country entirely in a single trip if you are not on a very long vacation over here. Italy has got everything- art for an art lover and delectable food for a foodie, sightseeing for a travel buff and trendy fashion for a fashion lover. You can avoid the months of July and August as they are generally hot and August is a time when the crowd is heavy as most of the Italians are on a holiday. The beaches and resorts would be crowded in these months of the year. The best time therefore to visit Italy would be either from April to June or September-October. Best things first- The Colosseum, Canals of Venice, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Cheese, Wine, Pasta and Pizza! These are undoubtedly those things which are on top of the list of every first time traveller to Italy. ...

Exploring the best – four places you cannot afford to miss in Venice

Being the northernmost city of Italy, the Venice is one of the most famous travel destinations in the world. The city is a lagoon with a romantic charm which attracts a huge number of tourists every year. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that the place has a nostalgic beauty which makes the visitors fall in love with the city. If you to wish to visit this amazing city then apply for your Italy visa now but before you proceed with the process, here are the best things you should definitely try in Venice for an unforgettable travel experience – 1.        The Grand Canal – If you talk about the most famous outdoor place in Venice then it is the Grand Canal known as the city’s main street. Here, you can opt for a gondolier ride or a Vaporetto according to your company. The Vaporetto is favorable for the group travelers and the gondolier for a couple in search of a romantic ride. 2.        Visit the Venetian masters of ...