Italy vacation package

Looking for an Italy vacation package? There are so many out there to suit every taste, age group and wallet, you'll be able to pick one that's just right for you. Let's take a quick look at some of the options you have available.

If you're somewhat the adventurous type, but would rather have someone else handle car rentals, rail tickets and hotel bookings, you may like the “Independent Traveler” type of Italy vacation package. Sites catering to the independent traveler perform these types of services, as well as offering ready-made itineraries and message boards or forums where you can pick up tips from other travelers.

Are you a foodie? There are cooking and food-oriented Italy vacation packages that make all the arrangements for a set price. This foodie lovers' Italy vacation package may set you up in an apartment within a villa, offering luxurious accommodations with daily cooking classes. You may take a tour of the local marketplace, learning what a perfect piece of produce looks like. These tend to the pricey side, but you're getting a lot for your money. Think how much fun it will be to serve your family authentically prepared Ossobuco, with Tiramisu for dessert!

Luxury Italy vacation packages are another option. If you're planning a honeymoon or anniversary, or just plain want to be pampered, you should investigate this avenue. The luxury option includes first-class everything. You don't need to plan anything. Of course, the price reflects this attention to detail and quality of accommodations.

Escorted tours are yet another possibility in Italy vacation packages. Escorted tour packages may offer two or three-star accommodations as well as luxury. The escorted tour books clients at the same hotel, and everyone piles onto the tour bus at a prescribed hour to follow that day's itinerary. A guide fills you in on the local sights and history, which you may never have known rambling around on your own. There are usually breaks in the day's activities where you're free to explore as you see fit. Escorted tours often include walking tours through interesting sections of your destination, acquainting you with lots of interesting information. Escorted tours may include a theater or nightclub event in the evening.

Other themes to look for when choosing an Italy vacation package are holiday and seasonal packages. How about an Italian spring break? Fall or winter specials?

If you're one of those who plans ahead, subscribe to a few travel site newsletters. They often alert you to upcoming good deals. Search out a travel guide on Italy to discover places you want to see before settling on your Italy vacation package.

When you've decided which type of Italy vacation package you prefer, you're ready to shop! Italy is beautiful year around, saturated in history, and Italians are friendly and laid-back. The food is superb. There's nothing not to like! Now go get your Italy vacation package!