| When in Rome you should always do as the Romans | | | | be respectful, no matter what. If you do have a |
| do. This may be a cliché of sorts but it also | | | | problem then bring it up with the male in the family. Italy |
| applies to any Italy travel that you may undertake n | | | | is a very traditional country and the man is still |
| the near future. Italy is not situated in the Arab states | | | | responsible for the household. This will become |
| where they are extremely strict on what outsiders | | | | apparent in restaurants if you dine as a couple. The |
| coming in do, but they will not thank you for any | | | | waiter will always speak to the man and not the |
| disruption to their customs or way of life either! This is | | | | woman! |
| why it is important to do a little research before you | | | | You will find that Italy has an extremely laid back way |
| go! | | | | of life, which is perfect for a holiday but bear in mind |
| Italy travel can be a whole lot of fun, but not if you | | | | that there is a siesta time. Although you can still be out |
| flaunt your own beliefs if they are completely different | | | | and about at that time during your Italy travel, do not |
| to the Italian way of life. Italians are extremely proud | | | | expect any help from people until it ends. This is more |
| people and will not tolerate any form of outside | | | | in the south than the north because of the heat. |
| interference. For example, family is extremely | | | | However, no matter where you go, there are little |
| important to them and if you show disrespect they will | | | | customs that you should be aware of so do your |
| protect their own interests and call you on it. Always | | | | research in advance! |