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Europe, Italy, Places to Visit in Italy, Read About Can't Miss Places, Travel Tips

Top Tourist Scams in Italy (and How to Avoid Them)

November 9, 2025April 28, 2026 Amy French the Roaming Historian

Heading to Italy? Learn the most common tourist scams—from pickpockets and “free gift” tricks to taxi overcharges—and how to avoid them like a pro.

Europe, Italy, Read About Can't Miss Places, Travel Tips

Essential Italy Travel Tips

April 6, 2025April 22, 2026 Amy French the Roaming Historian

Planning a trip to Italy? Discover essential Italy travel tips, including when to go, how to get around, what to book in advance, and mistakes to avoid for a smooth and memorable trip.

Amalfi Coast, Europe, Florence, Italy, Places to Visit in Italy, Rome, Travel Tips, Venice

What Not to Do in Italy: 18 Mistakes Travelers Make (and How to Avoid Them)

March 5, 2023April 28, 2026 Amy French the Roaming Historian

Avoid common travel mistakes in Italy with this expert guide. Learn what not to do—and what to do instead—plus the best tours and experiences to book in Rome, Florence, and beyond.