Few countries inspire such ideas of romance and adventure as Italy. The boot-shaped
peninsula has long been a hotspot for travelers eager to experience the world-class food
and explore the country’s countless historical sites.
There are various ways to explore Italy, but perhaps the best of all is the road trip. Traveling
by car will allow you to take in the country at your own pace, stopping wherever you want
and for as long as you like. We’ve put together five tips to help you prepare for your first
Italian road trip.
Remember To Get Insured
Driving can be liberating and provides freedom on the road in a foreign country.
To make sure you’re covered in case of an emergency, be sure to get insurance. Just to be on the safe side, you would be better off covering your trip for all potential eventualities, ideally you should get both car and travel insurance cover. Car insurance will cover the car and any related liabilities. Separate travel insurance can cover any potential medical costs you might have in a traffic-related accident or in an unrelated incident leading to theft/loss of your items. Staysure have a list of the different types of holiday insurance that are available. You can then decide what is and isn’t essential in your policy documentation like
accident or theft cover.
Plan Your Route
A road trip is different from a traditional holiday in that you’ll be visiting several different locations all across the country, rather than staying in one place. A good way to start is to decide on your start and end points, where do you want your journey to begin and where do
you want it to end? For example, you could start in the home of pizza, Naples, and travel
northwards until you reach the fashion mecca of Milan, visiting any number of towns and cities along the way. Your options are endless, the route you ultimately decide to take will depend entirely on your particular tastes and preferences.
Hire The Right Car
If you’re going on a road trip, you’re obviously going to need a car. Thankfully, there are
various car rental services in Italy that offer competitive rates. However, you’ll need to pick the right car for your trip, you’ll need something that strikes the perfect balance between form and function. You want something small enough to be easily navigated through narrow city streets, but not so small that you feel cramped and uncomfortable on long countryside drives. Take a look at few options before making the decision that is right for your trip.
Pack Light
Going on a road trip involves visiting and staying at various different locations. Unlike a regular holiday when you can unpack your suitcase on the first night and repack again on the last, a road trip will require you to unpack and repack every few days. If you bring too much with you, this could get tiresome, and you are more likely to end up leaving something valuable behind. Pack minimally and bring only what you need to make the process much easier.
Take Your Time
The biggest benefit of a road trip is the fact you’ll be able to take your holiday at your own pace. If you find you are really enjoying a particular area, you’re more than capable of spending longer there than you had initially planned. Similarly, if you don’t like an area so much, you can easily pack up and move on. This versatility and flexibility is why the road trip is an increasingly popular form of holiday.
Conclusion
An Italian road trip can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the sun-soaked southern tip
of the country to the mountainous regions of the north, Italy is an incredibly varied land that
has something to appeal to everyone. Use this guide and prepare for the perfect Italian road
trip.
