Italy is so packed with attractions that it's hard to know where to start. That's where we come in. In this section we present our personal, opinionated list of what we consider to be Italy's top highlights. This will get you started and point you toward some of the possibilities for designing your own vacation. Whether this is your first trip or your 10th, you're bound to come away with your own favorites to add to the list.
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I will fly into Rome in Dec. I will have two weeks to stay in Italy. Where should I go as far as other cities and sights. I am not really on a budget, but would like to make it to Milan and maybe Florence. Is there a good Itinary for the 12 days I will be in the area?
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What is the best time to travel to Italy with our children ages 10 and 6 next Feb 2009? Where to go and what tours to take?
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