Your Ultimate Travel Resource Guide with Italy Abroad Program
Planning to study or travel abroad can be thrilling and a tad overwhelming. With so many moving parts, having a comprehensive travel resource guide is crucial. Whether you’re navigating accommodation options, booking travel, or handling finances, here’s your go-to guide curated by the Italy Abroad Program.
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Bring 2 credit cards with 0% foreign transaction rate. Both Chase and Capital One are great!
Keep medication, money, and electronic devices packed in your personal item rather than carry-on or checked bag.
Make sure your passport is valid! This means being valid 90 days from the return back into the US.
Take pictures of credit cards, passport, ID and other important documents and email them to yourself so you can access from any computer or phone.
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Hostels:
Hostel World - www.hostelworld.com
Trains:
Italo Treno - www.italotreno.it
Trenitalia - www.trenitalia.com
Flixbus - www.flixbus.com
Booking Flights:
Skyscanner - www.skyscanner.com
Expedia - www.expedia.com
Kayak - www.kayak.com
Student Universe - www.studentuniverse.com
Low-Cost Airlines:
Easy Jet - www.easyjet.com
Ryan Air - www.ryanair.com
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Credit Cards & Finances:
It’s a great idea to travel with two credit cards in case one is lost/stolen. Make sure to keep these cards separate and to select a card that has a 0% foreign transaction rate.
Credit card recommendations:
Chase & Capital One
Wire Transfers:
Travel Insurance:
Note: If you are a student and enrolled in a program through your university, your international health and travel insurance is provided by your university.
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US Embassy:
Rome - Website
Via Vittorio Veneto, 121, 00187 Roma RM, Italy (+39 06 46741)
US Consulates:
Naples: Website
Piazza della Repubblica, 2, 80122 Napoli NA, Italy (+39 081 583 8111)
Florence: Website:
Lungarno Amerigo Vespucci, 38, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy (+39 055 266951)
Milan: Website:
Via Principe Amedeo, 2/10, 20121 Milano MI, Italy (+39 02 290351)
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Interested in learning Italian? Here are some basic language resources:
Duolingo - https://www.duolingo.com/
Babble - https://www.babbel.com/learn-italian
Institutions in USA offering Italian: Here
Research local community colleges in your area!
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Need to apply for a passport? Learn more here:
If you have a passport, please make sure it is valid for 90 days from the date of your RETURN back into the US. Example: You are returning August 1st to USA. Your passport must be valid until November 1st.
Traveling with a non-US passport? Check with an Italian consulate regarding entering Italy with your passport and if you need a VISA.
List of Italian consulates in USA: Here
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Call your provider to learn about International Plans from your provider.
If you need an eSIM:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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It depends. eSIMs can be more convenient, but providers may limit how many you can use. Physical SIMs offer more freedom.
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It depends on your provider. Some offer affordable roaming plans, but local or international SIMs can prevent expensive bills.
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Buy it online or locally when you arrive. Online purchases ensure instant coverage upon landing.
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For physical SIMs, replace your current SIM. Ensure your device is unlocked. For eSIMs, register online or with your provider.
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Airports, local stores, or online. Check coverage and consider travel duration and destination.
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If you want to avoid high roaming charges or travel long-term across countries, an international SIM or eSIM is ideal.
With these resources, your travel preparation will be as smooth as an Italian espresso. Bon voyage with the Italy Abroad Program! 🇮🇹✈️
