Re: Florence and Venice questions
The first time we went, we found that our ATM didn't work because our
pin number was only 4 numbers and in europe it needed to be at least 5.
But that was when ATMs were fairly new.
Does anyone know if that's changed? I can't imagine that would still be
a problem since so many people travel getting their money that way. I've
been to Europe many times since and I don't remember still having that
problem- but we may have just used credit cards- can't remember.
You'll be going to some incredible places. Have a marvelous time!!!!
Susan
Jefffooz wrote:
>
> We are going to Italy for the first time in early December, spending 5 nights
> in Florence and 4 in Venice. I am wondering if you folks can help on the
> following questions:
>
> 1. Are there any companies that offer walking or bus tours of Florence,
> preferably educational and small-scale?
>
> 2. What tour companies would you recommend for side trips to Siena, San
> Gimignano and Assisi? If we are to go to these cities by ourselves, should we
> rent a car or go on the bus or train? When we are in Venice, is a side-trip to
> Ravenna possible? I really would like to visit the church of San Vitale.
>
> 3. Can I get advance tickets to the Uffizi and other museums in Florence and
> Venice to avoid the queues? Would you recommend going to the Peggy Guggenheim
> museum?
>
> 4. What restaurants are particularly recommended in both cities, preferably not
> too expensive (i.e. entrees not exceeding $20.00).
>
> 5. How is the weather in Italy in early December?
>
> 6. Are credit/atm cards widely accepted, or do I need to use traveler's checks
> for payments? Are you expected to tip, and if so, what is the acceptable rate?
>
> 7. What are the normal business hours in Italy?
>
> Last, I would appreciate your advise and suggestions on how to make our stay as
> memorable as possible.
>
> Jeff
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