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Whether staying in a small section of an Italian city or traveling over the countryside, methods of transport are varied and, at times, unusual. Why take a taxi, when a rickshaw is available? Trains offer convenience from city to city, but a rented car works best to travel at leisure over long distances. Scooters are popular and necessary in some Italian cities. They can travel through narrow alleyways or along main highways. The adventurers may decide walking is the best way to transport themselves through cities and across the countryside. Little escapes the walker’s eyes in the quest to learn more about fascinating Italy. Those looking for a different mode of water travel, may find the answer in multi-passenger hydrofoils. Pushed aloft by air jets, the hydrofoil lifts above the water to cruise effortlessly toward its destination. Most modes of travel can be had for reasonable fares. A rickshaw costs approximately ten Euros for each half-hour and can accommodate four passengers. These are not the vehicles with a person pulling them over the cobbled streets, but four-wheeled cycles that require the riders’ peddling skills. The Venetian gondolas bring out the romance of the city as they glide over the waters. Tours usually last fifty minutes at a cost of between 65 and 80 American dollars. Walking costs little more than sore feet at the end of a long day yet provides the greatest opportunity to see the sites, visit hole in the wall restaurants that always seem to serve the best food, or meander through shops. Horse-drawn carts are a must when visiting the Vatican. The pace is leisurely, the view magnificent, and the roar of motorized vehicles is set aside for a few brief moments. Full attention can be given to the glories of the Vatican City, which covers 110 acres. Travelers should be aware that cars are a liability in some cities, due to massive congestion. While planning a trip, always check the preferred method of transport either through travel agents or the tourist bureaus in destination cities. When renting a car or scooter, tourists may be asked to leave their passports to insure the return of the vehicle. This might cause problems if passports are required elsewhere. From Jaguar sports cars to hitching a ride on a farmer’s cart, traveling in Italy can be a delightful and unforgettable experience. Those who think outside the tour bus will discover the true beauty of a special country. Even with so many modes of transport facility available, car hire in Italy is still the most widely used mode of communication throughout the country. |
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