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Italy is considered to be a shoppers paradise. Whether you want the latest in shopping trends or you consider yourself the bargain shopper this is the place for you.Fidenza Village Outlet Shopping Center is considered to be the best and most beautiful outlet centers in Parma Italy. It is considered to be built architecturally sound in its structure with a cozy and comfortable setting. The stores have competitive pricing and quality in all the stores with a diverse amount of clothing, leather products and home products. This is the place to find discounts on famous designers and their entourages. Florence's main upscale shopping street is Via de' Tornabuoni where elegant fashions have boutiques such as Armani, Feragamo and Bulgari are displayed. Ponte Vecchio Market in Florence is where the heart of shopping for gold, silver and precious gems can be found. Located in shops along Ponte Vecchio Bridge it is an advertisement for all your jewelry needs. The prices are very expensive but bargaining for a sale is welcome and recommended. Tabaccheria is a local tobacco store in Chianciano Terme. These stores deal with cigarettes, cigars, souvenirs, postcards, stamps, lotto, lottery, stationary and snacks. You can also purchase bus tickets. Prices are cheaper than local supermarkets for these items but of course the stamps and bus tickets are of fixed prices. It is held every Wednesday from early morning until 2:00pm in the afternoon. It is located outside Old Towne beside the main Football stadium of the town and stretches over 1km long. It is possible to find all items at this market such as: clothing, handbags, textiles, household utensils, toys, watches, leather goods (wallets, belts, and handbags), fruits and vegetables. All items at the open-air market are of high quality but cheaper than what you pay in shops. The shopping districts of the cities are can be reached with a car hire in Italy. Italy imposes a Value Added Taxed or VAT on most goods purchased in the country. In general, it is built into the price of the good and holds a 16% to 20% upgrade to the sale price. Any non-European Union citizen is entitled for reimbursement if more than 180 Euros was spent in one store. Make sure you receive a tax refund receipt from the store of purchase. Some stores participate in "Euro Tax Free" programs. When shopping at these stores present your passport and ask for a "Tax Free Shopping Cheque". This gives you a very brief guide to the shopping experience that can be enjoyed throughout Italy. Anything a person could want can be found in all regions and areas around Italy. The bargaining factor is a plus when shopping overseas. |
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