This Is Italy
It's time for some humor, because you can never have enough of it. Here's a top list of the weirdest questions we've been asked over the phone, email, or chat over the past few years. You probably won't believe it, but these are really asked questions. Plus our serious, compassionate answers. Handy if you happen to have such a pressing question yourself.
Can you travel to Italy with your own car or will it be stolen?
Yes, if you go to Italy with your own car, you will lose it anyway. So better stay home!
Can you buy Senseo pads there?
Good news for Senseo addicts! Finally respect for the true coffee culture. In the better equipped supermarkets they even have coffee pods from Italian brands such as Lavazza.
Is Mussolini still in power in Italy?
The Mussolini you speak of was, according to our information, shot by the Partisans in 1945. But since there is still Mussolini's walking around Italy and Europe, it could just be that one of them will come to power again. Check it again shortly before you leave if you have any concerns.
Does Italy belong to Sicily?
Yes, Italy is that strange boot-like shape north of Sicily.
Is it safe to travel to Italy?
Well, staying home is always safer. But seriously: Italy is no more dangerous than the Netherlands or Belgium. We also have places where it is better not to walk around alone at night.
I have a gluten allergy and cannot eat pizza or pasta, what now?
Italian cuisine includes more than just pizza and pasta. And even those 2 dishes can be eaten gluten-free in more and more places. Tip: check the restaurants on Google Maps, it is often indicated whether you can eat gluten-free.
Are there cities or towns in Italy where they speak English?
No, unfortunately there are no fully English-speaking cities or towns in Italy. If you can get by with German, you can go to South Tyrol.
I find it scary to stay right at the foot of Vesuvius. What can I do?
This is just one of those risks in life that cannot be ruled out 100%.
Where in Italy can you find the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
Ehm, it's in Pisa.
Why are Italians so short?
The average Italian man has a height of 175 cm. The average Dutch man is 183 cm tall. It has everything to do with genetics.
How do you say "cappuccino" in Italian?
Super handy: the same as in Dutch!
Why are Italians such bad drivers?
Nearly 40% of all Europeans identify Italians as the worst drivers. However, the Italians are not offended by this, as about 60% of them agree. They blame it on busy roads, narrow streets and overcrowded cities.
Why is Italy going into lockdown in August?
In August it is usually very hot in Italy. The local population takes a holiday, closes the shop and cools down by the sea or in the mountains. At the same time, August is the busiest time of the year for tourism.
Do you want to read more (weird) questions and answers about Italy? Then view the article with the most frequently asked questions to Google about Italy.
Italy, my favorite country par excellence. 1st time literally put my feet on Italian/Sicilian soil in July 1973! Just wow. The road from the airport, when Punta Raisi already enchanted me, arrived at the holiday village of Citta del Mare on the Gulf of Castellamare. The view of the sea and mountains, I was immediately sold. We were welcomed with Sicilian music. The beautiful, sweet people made us feel wonderful. Our room in one of the pavilions (which had names such as: Stromboli, Etna, etc. : beautiful, large terrace, beautiful floors. Food : indescribable ! I've been there 9 times
Wonderful, all those memories of our favorite holiday destination!