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Heading to Italy for the first time? We share essential tips, funny mishaps, and insider advice to help first-time visitors have a smooth, unforgettable adventure – from managing money and documents, to getting around and eating like a local.
Summary
In this re-run of a favorite episode, we're joined by Corinna Cooke, best-selling author of the Glam Italia! How to Travel Italy series, who splits much of her year there from her own home base. Corinna and Untold founder Katy share practical, no-nonsense tips for first-time visitors, drawing on years of experience to help you plan a smooth, unforgettable Italian adventure.
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