Information about Italy Official Name: Républica
italiana Land Area: 301.250 km² Population Size: 57.5 millon inhabitants Capital: Rome (2.663 millon inhabitants) Language: Italian as well as other dialects Religion: 85% Roman Catholic,
5% Jewish and Protestant Political System: Parlimentary Republic President: Giorgio Napolitano Prime Minister: Romano Prodi
Italian Visa Visa: Citizens of all countries of the European Union and Switzerland do not need no visa to enter the country. For US and Canadian citizens it will not be necessary to hold a visa, provided that the stay does not exceed 90 days. For more information visit this link.
Cost of Living Economical Restaurant: 3,50 Euros Expensive Restaurant: 15 Euros Hostel or Cheap Hostel: 20-30 Euros More Expensive Hotel: 50 Euros
For people traveling on a budget, Italy always offers the possibility of staying in youth hostels and eating "sandwiches" for approximately 35 Euros per day.
Our students with a larger budget can stay at two-star hotels and eat in restaurants for 80 Euros daily.
Should you wish to stay in more comfortable hotels, eat in restaurants and visit various museums, budget about 120 Euros. If you prefer to travel and visit the country in a rental car, double your budget.
Currency and Traveler's Checks
In terms of traveler's checks, banks offer the best and most reliable exchange rates. Credit and debit cards are accepted at almost all establishments.
Tipping
Usually the tip is included already so it is not necessay to tip in taxis or in restaurants.
