Tuscany Italy Travel Guide
Collect your luggage after clearing customs.
Locate the tourist information office (in Piazza del Duomo) upon arrival in Pistoia.
Get Cash in euros FROM a bank machine at the airport or train station; these generally offer better rates.
Consider getting a local SIM card if you plan mobile data and calls.
Have guidance and transportation options (train, bus, taxi) ready. Understand the exact address.
Prioritize spending your money at locally owned shops, restaurants, and B&Bs. This directly helps the Pistoian economy and its population.
Minimize waste by reducing single-use plastics. Bring a refillable water bottle and shopping bag. Conserve resources (water, energy) at your accommodation.
Learn basic Italian phrases. Wear conservative clothing at religious sites (shoulders and knees covered). Ask before photographing people.
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