Wednesday, 29 July 2015

Contiki FAQ general Italy

Q: Where is the best gelato?
A: All gelato places are good, especially in Italy. Just avoid gelato places that have bright gelato colours, these places are for the tourists, usually more expensive, and are not as good. Plus they also have artificial flavors in them.

Q: How long do you get to stay in Pisa?
A: You don't stay long in Pisa. You park and walk the 15 minute walk from the coach parking to the leaning tower area, you then may get 30 – 45 minutes to take pictures and have a look at the markets and then it is time to meet up again. There is no time to climb up the tower.


Q:What are Italian pizza's like and where are the best ones?
A: Italian pizzas are very simple and very tasty. You can't go wrong here. They are usually bread, cheese and some meat or mushroom and tomato. Very simple and tasty. The best ones are usually in road side stops – service centres.

Q: What are Italian road side stops like?
A: Driving through Italy, you stop at various points at service centers. These are big places that are lik shop/ restaurant/ rest area. They have good food, but the way to get the food is different. You need to select the food, pay for it, then pick it up. Easy? No, there may be three counters and the place is packed, so it is a challenge. Overall they are fun places to be in.


Q: Where can i get a good coffee in Italy?
A: In Italy any cafe has good coffee, just be sure to order the right type at the right time of day. Have an espresso standing at the bar and it will be very cheap. Do as the locals do.

Q: In Italy, can you drink the tap water?
A: In Rome, the water comming out of the tap tastes good and it is free. However as you get further south of Rome, it is recommended that you don't drink it. Bottled water is cheap.


Q: What should i be looking for when buying gelato in Italy.
A: Find a place that does not have all bright gelato colors, this means that it is real, if there is only a small amount, it means that it is made on site and would be fresh. Then just go for it. Try as many flavors as possible.


Q: In Pompeii, how long does the contiki tour of the site go for?
A: The tour here is about 90 minutes, but you get to see a lot of things.

Q: In Pompeii, if i don't want to tour the ruins, what other things can i do?
A: You should do the ruins even if you have been there before. However there are market stalls and gelato and good views, so sit back and relax.


Q: How long does it take to get from Pompeii to Sorrento?
A: It is about 90 minutes in a coach with stops for pictures.

Q: In Sorrento, how long does it take to walk from the hotel that contiki stays in to the centre of town?
A: It is about a 20 minute walk with great ocean views.


Q: Does the island of capri have good gelato?
A: There are a few gelato shops on the island, all are good, cheap as well.

Q: In Capri, what is the best way to go to the top town and then back to the ferry area?
A: The best way is to catch the cable car up to the top and then walk back down the hill. You get to see the island that way.

Q: How long does it take to get from Sorrento to Bari?
A: It is about a 5 – 6 hr drive with stops included.

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