Archive for the ‘How to’ Category

• The Perfect Way To Discover Italy

  on May 10, 13 • in How to • with No Comments

  

  Get ready! WhaiWhai will take you on a journey through all the hidden secrets of your favorite Italian city. With this interactive guidebook you won’t follow the normal tourist path, but instead discover the heart and history behind your Italian destination. And all of this is possible through a variety of short stories and a couple text messages

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• Move like an Italian! Final 6 Italian Gestures Decoded

  on May 1, 13 • in How to • with No Comments

  

  Italian gestures by Select Italy team part III. Learn how to speak Italian in a new and fun way with our Italian experts.

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• Move like an Italian! 6 more Italian Gestures Decoded

  on Apr 24, 13 • in How to • with No Comments

  

  Italian gestures by Select Italy team part II. Learn how to speak Italian in a new and fun way with our Italian experts.

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• Move like an Italian! 6 Italian Gestures Decoded

  on Apr 17, 13 • in How to • with 1 Comment

  

  Italian gestures are just as much a part of the Italian language as its words, but even harder to master. Check out this blog (part 1) to learn the most popular Italian gestures that will help you fit right in when you are in Italy!

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• How to Not Look Like a Tourist in Italy

  on Jan 17, 13 • in How to • with 4 Comments

  

  Italians will tell you they can pick out a naive tourist in the crowd as easily as if the straniere had a foreign passport taped to his or her forehead. And although this generalization might be a bit of an overstatement, it holds true that there are marked differences in styles, habits, behavior, and expectations. So here’s a little guide to lessen the red flags that mark you as a clueless visitor and instead denote you as a savvy traveler

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• How to Pack Smartly for Your Italian Vacation

  on Dec 12, 12 • in How to • with 4 Comments

  

  We know that arranging for a vacation across the ocean can be daunting, and that’s why we offer easily accessed assistance to help you with your plans. But once you get to the week before your vacation, and the ominous task of preparing your suitcase looms ever closer, you begin to panic, and the thought of hiring a personal assistant for the day - just to take care of the luggage - crosses your mind. Don’t dial that number quite yet, however, because we have some suggestions to get you off on the right start and efficiently pack for your upcoming trip

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• How To Begin Planning Your Italian Vacation

  on Nov 26, 12 • in How to • with No Comments

  

  It’s a daunting task, and you’ve been putting it off long enough, but now is the time. You're finally going to plan for that Italian vacation you've been talking and dreaming about for years. But now that you’ve decided to begin, there are so many things you want to see and places you need to book. Where do you start? Read below for our expert answers to the most frequently asked questions of people planning a trip to Italy

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• How to Score a Ticket for the Last Supper

  on Nov 19, 12 • in How to • with 2 Comments

  

  Have you had trouble booking "The Last Supper" tickets for your upcoming trip to Milan? Tickets to see “The Last Supper” are simply the hardest to get in Italy. But never fear, Leonardo-lover, we at Select Italy can help you out! So turn that frown that resulted from your unsuccessful Google search upside down, send us an email, and relax while we do the work to get you to see the greatest masterpiece on the planet!

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• How to Get Around in Italy: Your 411 on Transportation

  on Nov 5, 12 • in How to • with No Comments

  

  talians are always on the go: whether zipping to work, on their way to a family function, or rushing to aperitivi with friends, this is a country that is constantly in motion. And that country has recognized its citizens’ need for movement. Besides trains, there are several other options that allow you to quickly transport to, from, and within towns and cities

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• What to Wear in Italy During Autumn

  on Sep 21, 12 • in How to • with 5 Comments

  

  The Italian peninsula attracts several types of travelers: those seeking historical locations, religious revelations, and enogastronomic gratification have trampled the well-worn paths of the great boot. But although the experiences of each individual visitor may be worlds apart, they do share a common factor: most of the trip is spent outside. Or at least feeling like you’re outside. At times, even if one is sheltered, the building is most likely hundreds of years old, and American commodities such as insulation, heat, and air conditioning are not guaranteed. Therefore, dress is key in avoiding any uncomfortable climate situations. We already know how to dress to avoid the tourist glare from locals from our How to Dress in Italy During Summer, but how does one prepare for the ever-changing autumn natural elements without bringing an entire wardrobe? Read below for quick pointers on packing efficiently and effectively for your fall trip to any part of Italy

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