What to bring with you to Italy. What to take with you on vacation to Italy, or a list of necessary things for a tourist

Italy tourist guide

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Documents required for a trip to Italy:

  • Passport with visa. Every tourist, regardless of age, incl. an infant traveling to Italy must have a foreign passport with a Schengen visa stamped. For children entered in the parents' passport of the old sample (until 03/01/2010), a separate visa is issued, which is pasted into the father's or mother's passport.
  • Air ticket. Each tourist must have on hand travel documents (air tickets, including electronic tickets, railway tickets, vouchers for hotel accommodation, transfer, etc.).
  • Minor children. If minor children (under 18 years of age) without parents or with one of the parents go on a trip to Italy, they need to have notarized permission from parents, issued in the name of the person accompanying the child (required at passport control when leaving Russia). If the child is traveling with one of the parents, it is highly recommended to have similar permission from the other parent.
  • Insurance policy.
  • Vouchers. Voucher - a document confirming the services booked in Italy and paid for, such as accommodation, meals, transfers, excursions.

Before leaving for the airport

  1. Check for the following documents:
    • foreign passport with a valid visa;
    • voucher;
    • insurance policy;
    • air ticket;
    • if necessary, a notarized consent to the departure of the child in accordance with Art. 20 of the Federal Law "On the procedure for leaving Russian Federation and the procedure for entry into the Russian Federation" and a birth certificate.
    We recommend taking photocopies of foreign and Russian passports, birth certificates of a child with you if you are flying with a child.
  2. Check your flight ticket and check the airport and departure time.
    Plan your travel time to the airport, taking into account traffic jams and unforeseen situations along the way. We recommend arriving at the airport before the opening of check-in for the flight.

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Upon arrival at the airport:

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  1. Check the information about your flight on the information board and go to the check-in desks, the numbers of which are indicated on the board. Please present your passport and ticket when checking in.
  2. Drop off your luggage at the check-in desk. We recommend that you first familiarize yourself with the baggage rules and the rules for paying for excess baggage.
  3. Get boarding pass. Pay attention to the gate number (GATE) and the time to board the aircraft (TIME).
  4. After passing through customs, passport control, and security, go to the international departures waiting area and wait for the announcement of boarding your flight. When passing through control, you must present your passport and boarding pass.
  5. After passing all the formalities and announcing the start of boarding, you must go to the appropriate exit (GATE).

When transporting animals or plants, it is necessary to undergo veterinary or phyto-control. In this case, it is necessary to clarify in advance the rules for the transportation of animals and plants.

Rules for conducting pre-flight and post-flight inspections

In accordance with Appendix No. 1 of the Rules for conducting pre-flight and post-flight inspections, approved by order of the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation dated July 25, 2007 No. 104 forbidden to carry on board the aircraft by passengers in the checked baggage and in the belongings of the passengers, the following hazardous substances and items:

Permitted to carry on board the aircraft by crew members and passengers, in compliance with the required conditions, the following items and substances:

  • in checked baggage in the cargo and baggage compartments of an aircraft with isolated passenger access to baggage during the flight:
    • crossbows, spearguns, checkers, sabers, cleavers, scimitars, broadswords, swords, swords, bayonets, daggers, hunting knives, knives with ejected blades, with locking locks, imitators of any type of weapon;
    • household knives (scissors) with a blade (blade) length over 60 mm; alcoholic beverages containing more than 24%, but not more than 70% alcohol by volume in containers with a capacity of not more than 5 liters, in containers intended for retail trade - not more than 5 liters per passenger;
    • liquids and alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content of not more than 24% by volume;
    • aerosols intended for use for sports or domestic purposes, the outlet valves of which are protected by caps from spontaneous release of contents in containers with a capacity of not more than 0.5 kg or 500 ml - not more than 2 kg or 2 liters per passenger;
  • in things carried by passengers:
    • medical thermometer - one per passenger;
    • mercury blood pressure monitor in a standard case - one per passenger;
    • barometer or mercury manometer, packed in a sealed container and sealed with the seal of the sender;
    • disposable lighters - one per passenger;
    • dry ice for cooling perishable products - no more than 2 kg per passenger;
    • 3% hydrogen peroxide - no more than 100 ml per passenger;
    • non-hazardous liquids, gels and aerosols: in containers with a capacity of not more than 100 ml (or an equivalent capacity in other volume units), packed in a securely closed transparent plastic bag with a volume of not more than 1 liter - one bag per passenger.

Liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 100 ml will not be accepted for carriage even if the container is only partially filled. Transportation exceptions are for medicines, baby food and special dietary needs.

Store-bought liquids duty free at the airport or on board the aircraft must be packed in a securely sealed (sealed) plastic bag that allows identification of the contents of the package during the flight and has reliable confirmation that this purchase was made in airport duty-free shops or on board the aircraft on the day (days) of travel. Keep your proof of purchase. Do not open the package either before boarding the cabin or during the flight.

The administration of the airport, the airline, the operator has the right to decide on the introduction of additional measures to ensure aviation security on flights with increased danger, as a result of which it is prohibited to carry the following items in the aircraft cabin:

  • corkscrews;
  • hypodermic needles (unless medical justification is provided);
  • knitting needles;
  • scissors with a blade length of less than 60 mm;
  • folding (without latch) travel, penknives with a blade length of less than 60 mm.

Flight time

  • Moscow-Rome ~ 3:40;
  • Moscow-Milan, Moscow-Venice, Moscow-Bergamo, Moscow-Verona, Moscow-Genoa, Moscow-Treviso, Moscow-Turin ~ 3:20;
  • Moscow-Rimini ~ 3:20;
  • Moscow-Naples ~ 3:35;
  • Moscow-Palermo, Moscow-Catania ~ 3:50.

The ticket always states local time for both departure and arrival.

Upon arrival at the Italian airport

  1. Go through passport control (a foreign passport with a visa is presented, sometimes a return ticket and a voucher are requested).
  2. Get your baggage. On the monitors above the conveyor belts, the number of the flight whose baggage will be issued on this belt is indicated.
  3. After receiving your luggage, go through customs control. If you have items in your luggage that are subject to declaration, go through the red corridor; if there are no such items, use the green corridor.
  4. At the exit from the customs zone in the arrival hall you will be met by a representative of TEZ TOUR, or a representative of a partner company (see the file Meeting tourists at the airport).
  5. Tell him your last name, the name of the tour (if you are traveling on a sightseeing tour) or the name of the hotel (if you are going on vacation).
  6. The representative will show you the meeting place of the group or tell you the number of your bus for transfer.
  7. The departure of the bus occurs after the collection of all tourists.
  8. Listen carefully to the information that the escort will provide on the way to the hotel. Attention! Not all transfers are accompanied by guides.

The procedure for passing through passport control when entering Italy

General requirements

Important! When passing through passport control, Italian border guards may require cash in the amount of 50 euros for each day of stay in Italy, as well as a voucher for hotel accommodation and a return air ticket (the date of departure from Italy must not be later than the expiration date of the tourist visa).
Tourists without a return air ticket, as well as those who are not able to present the financial guarantees necessary for staying in the country for the period of the trip, may be deported.

Upon arrival at the hotel

The procedure for accommodation varies depending on the hotel, but, as a rule, it looks like this:

  • Present at the reception (reception) your passport and voucher (1 copy).
    After that, the hotel employee can:
    • ask you to fill in English language registration card;
    • ask you for a passport to make a photocopy of it (check at the reception when you can pick up your passport),
    • ask for a copy of your credit card as a guarantee;
    • ask you to pay the resort fee (see printout file). In case the receptionist did not ask you to pay the fee upon check-in, be prepared to pay it at the time of check-out.

The check-out time in most hotels is 10:00, but sometimes rooms in city hotels can be ready later - from 14:00 to 16:00, and in hotels in sea and ski resorts even from 15:00 to 17:00; in this case, things can be left in the hotel's storage room. In case of problems with accommodation, please contact a company representative.

After checking into your room, check the information provided by the hotel. Pay attention to what services are paid and how much they cost (as a rule, the information is in a folder and lies on a table or bedside table).

During your stay

Don't forget to pay your bills in advance Additional services in the hotel: telephone conversations, use of a mini-bar, laundry services, dry cleaning, etc.

Before using the service, find out how much it costs. In the event of a conflict with the hotel or restaurant administration (for example, refusal to pay for services), the administration representative has the right to act in accordance with Italian rules and laws.

There are no ironing rooms in Italian hotels, the use of an iron in the rooms is strictly prohibited. Before you hand over your clothes to the laundry, find out the lead time for the order (usually at least 24 hours).

Hotels often occupy historical Buildings, rooms of the same category may be different in layout, size, etc.

When booking a single room, keep in mind that you are paying a hefty sum just for "being alone" and these rooms are significantly smaller than a standard double room.

Smoking in hotels in common areas (hall, restaurant, bar) is prohibited. There are many non-smoking rooms in hotels.

Nutrition

Changing the menu during breakfasts and dinners at the request of the tourist, as well as ordering additional dishes and drinks, is paid by the tourist additionally.

Tune in to the specifics of food in advance: in Italian hotels, breakfast is traditionally “strengthened continental”, i.e. very light, usually consisting of coffee / tea, buns, jam and butter, can be sausage and cheese cuts, yogurt, fruit, muesli. It is customary to have dinner in Italy plentifully: dinner is more like a three-course lunch. Drinks are not included in the price of dinner, except for special dinners specified in the tour program.

Tours and transfers

Group tours and transfers: ordered and paid services, such as transfers, excursions, are provided to the tourist only at the time indicated in the program or voucher, which can be specified by the escort on the spot, depending on specific circumstances (for example: plane delay, traffic jams, bus breakdown, illness of the guide).

Individual excursions and transfers: for each individual service, there must be a separate voucher, which indicates the day, time, meeting place, as well as a contact telephone number to call in case of problems and questions.

Individual excursions to museums: entry tickets paid on the spot, waiting in line with a guide reduces the time of the tour (long lines to the Vatican Museums, the Uffizi Gallery).

Individual transfers: waiting time at the airport is 60 minutes after the flight actually lands. In case of significant delays (more than 60 minutes), the transfer may not be provided. If you cannot find a representative to meet you or the group with a sign, please call the numbers indicated on the voucher. An individual transfer does not imply the mandatory presence of an accompanying guide; transfer driver, as a rule, in addition to Italian speaks English.

In case of loss of luggage at the airport, as well as in case of force majeure, it is necessary to contact the tourist support service at the phone number indicated in your voucher.

For things left on the bus, forgotten in the hotel and other places, neither the accompanying group, nor travel companies, nor the administration of hotels, restaurants, transport companies are not responsible.

Meeting with the hotel guide (for those staying at the resort)

Time information meeting with a hotel guide, the escort will inform you on the way to the hotel. At the appointed time, we invite you to come to a meeting with the hotel guide, who will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby (some hotels have a separate room for info meetings). Take your passport, voucher, air ticket for the return flight with you to the meeting.

For any questions or concerns, please contact hotel guide or at the hotel reception. You will learn the guide's coordinates (name, mobile phone) at the information meeting. Please note that guides are not located in hotels. After the informational meeting, you can contact the guide by phone, which he will leave you.

Attention! There is no operational service on some TEZ TOUR destinations. Information support for tourists is provided by phone, the numbers of which you will find in the package of documents.

In Sicily:

Regions TAORMINA MARE, SANT'ALESSIO, GIARDINI NAXOS, LETOJANNI- operational customer service on the spot, information meetings, group tours(Attention! For guests staying at the Kennedy, Capo dei Greci and Elihotel hotels, an additional charge for a taxi to the place of connection to sightseeing bus will be 38 euros one way for a car for 1-3 people and 59 euros for a minivan for 4-8 people.)

Region MESSINA(for example, hotels Oasi Azzurra Village, Le Dune, Capo Peloro Resort) - it is possible to join group excursions (access by taxi to LETOJANNI, approximate cost of a car for 4 people in two directions - 130 euros). Operative service of tourists - only by phone.

Portorosa Residence(between Messina and Palermo) - joining group excursions only with taxi access to LETOJANNI. Operative service of tourists - only by phone.

City CATANIA(for example, the CUCARACHA hotel) - joining group excursions from TAORMINA MARE, SANT'ALESSIO, GIARDINI NAXOS, LETOJANNI with taxi access to the roundabout.

Region CEFALU- Prompt customer service by phone only. On this moment group tours are only available in English.


The day before the flight home

  1. Go to the reception, check if you have unpaid bills for additional services (use of the minibar, telephone, etc.). If you have debts, pay them off.
  2. Time Information return transfer will be provided on the evening before your departure at the reception of your hotel. If you have not received transfer information, please contact us at +39 391 434 4212.

Departure from the hotel

On the day of departure, hotel rooms are usually vacated by 09:00-11:00, and apartments - by 09:00. Before the set time, hand over the keys at the reception. You can leave your luggage in the hotel's storage room.

In order to avoid various complications, please do not be late and come to the transfer 5-10 minutes before the specified time.

Arrival at the Italian airport for departure

  1. During the return transfer from the hotel to the airport, the attendant will tell you the check-in desk numbers, tell you about the process of checking in for the flight and checking in your luggage, passing the passport and customs control, design and receiving Tax Free.
    Attention! If your transfer was unaccompanied, but you have questions about check-in, you can contact a representative Tez Tour at the airport, or at the information desk.
  2. Check in for the flight (present your passport and ticket).
  3. Drop off your luggage at the check-in desk.
  4. Get your boarding pass. Pay attention to the exit number (GATE) and the time to board the aircraft (TIME).
  5. Go through passport control (present your passport with visa and boarding pass).
  6. Go to the departure hall and wait for the boarding announcement.

In case of loss of a passport, air ticket or luggage, please immediately inform the representative of TEZ TOUR about this, who will tell you how you can solve the problem.

General information about the country

Geographical position

Italy is located in the south of Europe in the central part of the Mediterranean and occupies the Apennine Peninsula, the islands of Sicily and Sardinia and other small islands. The shores of Italy are washed by the waters of 5 seas: in the west - the Ligurian and Tyrrhenian, in the east - the Adriatic, in the south - the Ionian and Mediterranean. In the north, Italy borders on France, Switzerland, Austria, in the northeast - on Slovenia. On the territory of Italy there are two tiny states: the Vatican (on the territory of Rome) and the Republic of San Marino (25 km from Rimini).

Capital - Rome.

The official language is Italian. (Please note that in many parts of Italy they do not speak Russian, and in some even English in hotels and restaurants, so we recommend taking a small Russian-Italian phrasebook with you to avoid problems. And you can find the most necessary expressions at the end of this memo.)

Climate

In most of Italy - subtropical Mediterranean, in the north - transitional to moderate. The summer is dry and hot, the average temperature in July is from +20 to +28°C, in August, with the south wind of the sirocco, it rises to +40. Winters are mild, average January temperatures range from 0°C in the north of the country to +12°C in the Apennine Peninsula and islands (+9°C in Rome, +6°C in Venice, +7°C in Florence, +10°C in Naples). Snow stays only in the mountains.

Population

Italians stand out as small ethnic groups speaking German, French and Slovenian in the north, Greek and Albanian in the south.

Religion

The official religion of the country is Catholicism (98%). There are Orthodox (an Orthodox church in Bari, Rome, Florence, San Remo) and Jews.

State structure

Parliamentary republic.

Official holidays:

  • January 1 - New Year,
  • January 6 - Epiphany,
  • April 25 - Day of liberation from fascism,
  • May 1 - Labor Day,
  • first Sunday of June - Republic Day,
  • August 15 - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
  • November 1 - All Saints Day,
  • November 4 - National Unity Day,
  • December 8 - Immaculate Conception,
  • December 25 - Christmas,
  • December 26 - St. Stephen's Day.
  • A holiday with a variable date is Easter followed by Easter Monday.

Helpful information

The shops

Venetian masks are a wonderful souvenir

Shops are open from Monday to Saturday 9.00 - 19.30. Some are open on Sunday as well. Lunch breaks are usually from 13.00 to 15.30. Many tourist-oriented shops, department stores and supermarkets are also open on Sundays.

The system of seasonal discounts is widespread, especially in winter (from the beginning of January) and summer (from the beginning of July).

Especially popular are "towns of fashion" - out-of-town outlets, which are found in almost any region of Italy: a large selection of shops, incl. well-known brands that sell products at discount prices.

TAX-FREE in most large and well-known stores.

Souvenirs

From every region of Italy you can bring souvenirs, including edible ones, not similar to souvenirs from other regions.

  • Rome: rosary, figurines depicting symbols the eternal city: Capitoline she-wolf, gladiators, Colosseum.
  • Florence: a copy of the famous statue of David, a notebook made of Florentine paper, terracotta products, and of course the jewelry and leather goods that this city is so famous for.
  • Venice: carnival mask, carnival doll - Commedia dell'Arte character, Murano glassware and decorations, lace and embroidery from the island of Burano.
  • Milan: here we are talking primarily about fashion items, and from souvenirs we can recommend souvenirs related to Ferrari, Formula 1, football.
  • Verona: statuette of Romeo and Juliet, a copy of the Arena - the famous Verona amphitheater, the famous Amarone wine.
  • Sicily: ceramics, lava products, figurines depicting the Sicilian festive wagon.
  • Pisa: copy of the leaning tower.
  • Siena: things with symbols/coats of arms of Konrad - different districts of this city.
  • Padua: candles from the Cathedral of St. Anthony of Padua and its images.
  • Bologna: replicas of two towers, symbols of the city: Torre Asinelli and Torre Garisenda, which were built in the 12th century.

And of course edible souvenirs: cheese, wine, liqueurs, grappa, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pastries, sausages and pasta, coffee, sauces, also unique in each region. Cheeses: parmesan, mozzarella, gorgonzola, grana padano, asiago and many others. Wines and liqueurs: it is impossible even to enumerate. Desserts: from hard cantucci and torrone to the most delicate panforte. Pasta: penne, spaghetti, tortellini, tagliatelle, tortellini, etc. Feel free to buy them in any city or village in Italy and at your home they will remind you of sunny fragrant Italy with its excellent cuisine.

Museums, churches

Churches: most churches are open from early morning until 12.00 or 12.30, then they close for 2-3 hours, reopen in the afternoon and remain open to the public until 19.00 or even later.

Major cathedrals and basilicas, including St. Peter's, are open all day. The cathedrals are equipped with automatic devices that turn on the lighting of church interiors. It is convenient to view the paintings on the ceilings and domes of churches through binoculars. With all the liberalism of the Italians, you will not be allowed into the church or the cathedral in shorts and dresses that are too open.

Museums: the day off for museums is usually Monday (except for the Vatican Museums). The opening hours of the museums are different and also depend on the time of year.

Restaurants

Italian cuisine is loved in many countries of the world. For her alone it would be worth a trip to Italy. You can enjoy all the nuances of Italian cuisine both in the most expensive restaurant and in modest trattorias. The quality of food does not depend on the amount of the bill.

Please note that many restaurants, cafes and pizzerias close "for lunch" between 15:00 and 19:00. Restaurants have a day off.

The Italian meal itself looks like this:

Antipasti is served as an appetizer - croutons with tomatoes, olives, smoked meats, carpaccio.

The first course is pasta seasoned with various sauces, the recipes of which are passed down from generation to generation. Pasta is what is called pasta in Russia: spaghetti, horns, vermicelli, noodles (tagliatelle), feathers (penne), ears, shells, etc. Rice dishes, such as the famous risotto and, less commonly, soup, which Italians mainly eat during dinner, are also included in the category of "first".

The Italian second is a steak with blood or a crispy crust, the most delicate fish, a variety of seafood (squid, shrimps, lobsters, lobsters, octopuses), baked poultry. All this is accompanied by excellent Italian wines.

The choice of desserts is huge: fresh fruit or macedonia (fruit salad), tiramisu, profiteroles, panacotta, traditional biscuits and semifreddo cakes, and, of course, Italian ice cream.

At the end of the meal, “digestivo” is served, as usual, this is “amaro” - a balm infused with herbs that helps digestion, or grappa - the famous Italian grape vodka.

And be sure to have a cup of coffee: espresso, americano, macchiato, but not cappuccino, which Italians drink only in the morning.

It is better to try a real pizza in a pizzeria, where pizza is cooked in front of you, in real ovens, on wood (forno a legna).

Tips

The tipping system applies to the services of waiters in bars and restaurants, maids in hotels, taxi drivers and guides and amounts to 5-10% of the order value. Tipping is optional, but if the customer is satisfied with the service, a tip is a sign of good manners.

Transport

Italy has a well-developed network of intercity transportation. Trains and buses are convenient for transportation. Super-high-speed Eurostar trains are especially popular. Before boarding the train, you must validate your ticket (yellow / orange boxes are installed in the station building and on the platforms).

Metro is in Rome, Milan, Naples, Genoa and Catania.

Tickets for trams and buses are sold at tobacco and newsstands. One ticket allows all types of travel public transport(metro, bus, tram) with transfers within 75-90 minutes after you have validated it.

"Catching" a taxi on the street is very difficult. You need to go to a special parking lot or call a car by phone from a hotel, bar, shop.

Required to rent a car driver license international sample and a credit card.

Medical service

Medicine is mostly paid. If you need medical attention during your holiday, contact your insurance company immediately. The phone number of the company is indicated on the insurance policy. The insurance company employee will tell you which medical center or hospital to go to.

first aid kit

Before the trip, form and take a first aid kit with you, which will help you with minor ailments, save you time looking for medicines and get rid of the problems of communicating in a foreign language, in addition, many medicines can different countries bear different names.

Time

The time is behind Moscow by 1 hour during summer time, by 2 hours during winter time.

Money, banking

The monetary unit is the Euro (EURO), 1 EURO = 100 eurocent. Banknotes: 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 euros. Coins: 2 and 1 euro; 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
Currency exchange can be done in banks, in a hotel (the exchange rate is not very favorable) and at the airport.

Banks are closed on Saturdays and Sundays, and on weekdays they are open from 8.30 to 13.30 and from 15.00 to 16.30.

Exchange offices have a more convenient work schedule, but when exchanging, pay attention to the amount of commission charged. In addition, dollars can be exchanged at ATMs; in this case, banknotes are accepted in denominations of only 10, 20 and 50 USD.

It is convenient to use credit cards, which are accepted in almost all major stores, gas stations, restaurants, cafes and hotels.

Mains voltage

The mains voltage is 220 V, 50 Hz, but sometimes 127 V is also found (usually the voltage is indicated on or near the outlet). Sockets European type, so there may be a discrepancy between the plug of Russian household appliances and computers and Italian sockets. In this case, an adapter is needed.

Veterinary control

Pets can be brought into Italy with a certificate from a veterinarian and valid rabies vaccinations.

Customs regulations

There is a restriction on the import of tobacco, alcohol and perfumes. You can go through Italian customs duty free with no more than 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars, 1 liter of spirits or 2 liters of wine, 50 grams of perfume and 0.25 liters of cologne in your suitcase. There are no restrictions on the import of foreign currency. The export of large amounts must be authorized by the customs authorities. Meat and dairy foodstuffs are prohibited for importation into Italy, at some airports the entry of any products is prohibited.

In addition to personal belongings, every citizen of a country outside the European Union entering Italy can bring with him personal items necessary during the trip, duty-free. Items for personal use are understood as items and things that are used by a foreigner visiting the country, consume them or use them for their professional activities. At the same time, the purpose of these items and things must correspond to the nature and purpose of the trip around the country. The number of imported items and things is usually not limited.

For the export of works of art, precious stones and archaeological property, it is necessary to present a sales receipt and permission from the Ministry fine arts Italy.

Phones

Calls from Italy to Russia: +7 + area code + subscriber number.

Calls to Italy from Russia: landline numbers 8-10-39 + area code, starting from "0" + subscriber number; mobile phones +39 + subscriber's number (the "0" is not dialed before the mobile phone number).

Calls in Italy between cities: be sure to dial "0" before the area code. Before the mobile phone number, "0" is not dialed.

If you are calling from a hotel or private apartment, remember that the reduced rate is from 18.30 to 8.00.

Useful Phones

Help in case of emergency:

  • Carabinieri (military police): 112;
  • Police: 113;
  • Fire Department: 115;
  • Italian Automobile Club (assistance to motorists): 116;
  • Ambulance: 118 (if this number is not available in the area where you are, call the police: 113);

Russian consulates:

  • Rome, Via Nomentana, 116; tel 06-442 35 625, 442 34 031, 442 34 149;
  • Milan, Via Sant' Aquilino, 3; tel 02-487 07 301, 487 05 912, 487 50 432;
  • Palermo, Via Orfeo, 18; tel 091-611 39 70;
  • Genoa, Via Ghirardelli Pescetto, 16; tel 010-372 60 47, 372-63 04;

Embassy of the Russian Federation:

  • Rome, Via Gaeta, 5; tel.: 06-49 41-681, 06-49 41 681, 06-49 41 649;

Information for foreign tourists "Easy Italia" (including in Russian)

  • from Italy tel: 039 03-90-39
  • from Russia tel: 8-10-39-039-03-90-39

Russian-Italian mini-phrasebook

In RussianIn ItalianHow to pronounce
Good afternoon Buon giorno bon giorno
Good evening Buona sera bona sir
Hello Ciao Chao
Goodbye Arrivederci Arrivederchi
How are you? Come va? Come wa?
Everything is fine Tutto bene Tutto bene
Thank you Grazie grace
Please Per favor peer favouret
My name is.. Mi chiamo.. mi kyamo
What is your name? Come si chiama? Kome shi kyama?
I am Russian Sono russo (russa) Sono russo (russa)
I do not speak Italian non parlo italiano Non Parlo Italiano
I speak English parlo inglese parlo inglese
Do you speak English? Parla English? Parla inglese?
How to say in Italian? Come si dice in italiano? Come si diche in Italiano?
I understand Capisco Capisco
I don't understand non-capisco non capisco
Fine Va bene Wa bene
I'm sorry (I'm sorry) Chiedo scusa Kyedo skuza
Where can I eat (lunch, dinner)? Dove si puo` mangiare (pranzare, cenare)? Dove si puo manjare (prandzare, chenare)?
The check, please Il conto, per favor Il conto, peer favouret
What is the price? Qanto costa? Quanto Costa?
One two Three Uno, due, tre Uno, duet, tre
Four five six Quattro, cinque, sei Quattro, cinque, sei
Seven, eight, nine Sette, otto, nove Sette, otto, nove
10, 11, 12 Dieci, undici, dodici Diechi, undichi, dodichi
13, 14, 15 Tredici, quattordici, quindici Tradichi, quattordichi, quindichi
16, 17, 18 Sedici, diciassette, diciotto Sadici, dichassette, diciotto
19, 20 Diciannove, venti Dichannove, Venty
30, 40, 50 Trenta, quaranta, cinquanta Tranta, quaranta, cinquanta
60, 70, 80 Sessanta, settanta, ottanta Sessanta, settanta, ottanta
90, 100, 200 Novanta, cento, duecento Novanta, cento, duecento
300, 400, 500 Trecento, quattrocento, cinquecento Trecento, Quattrocento, Cinquecento
600, 700, 800 Seicento, settecento, ottocento seicento, settecento, ottocento
900, 1000 Novecento, mille Novecento, mille
Can I pay with a credit card? Posso pagare con una carta di credito? Posso pagare con una carte di credito?
Yes Si Xi
No no But
Yesterday Ieri Yeri
Today oggi Oji
Tomorrow Domani Domani
A week Una settimana Una settitmana
Monday Lunedi` Lunedi`
Tuesday Martedi` Martedy`
Wednesday Mercoledi` Mercoledi`
Thursday Giovedi` Jovedi`
Friday Venerdi` Venerdi`
Saturday Sabato Sabato
Sunday Domenica Domenica
Right A destra A destra
Left A sinistra A sinistra
Directly Dritto Dritto
Forward Avanti Avanti
Back In diet In dietro
Open Aperto Aperto
Closed Chiuso Kyuzo
Entrance Entrata Entrata
No entry Vietato entrare Vietato entrare
Exit Uscita sutured
No smoking Non fumare (or Vietato fumare) Non fumare (ietato fumare)
Are available) C´e Che
Not available) Non c'e non che
TV remote control Telecommando Telecommando
Air conditioner Aria conditionata Aria konditsionata
Water Aqua Akkua
hot Calda Kalda
Cold fredda fredda
Breakfast Prima Colazione Prima Colacione
Dinner pranzo Pranzo
Dinner cena Chena
Give me please, ... Mi da, per favor, ... Mi yes, peer favouret, ..
Cup un bichiere Un bikchiere
fork Una forchetta Una forchetta
Knife Uncoltello Un coltello
plate Un piatto Un piatto
Salt Sale ile sale
Sugar lo zucchero lo zucchero
Snack (snacks) Un'antipasto (gli antipasti) Un antipasto (li antipasti)
Sweet (dessert) Dolce (dessert) Dolce (desser)
Wine (red, white) Vino (rosso, bianco) Wine (rosso, bianco)
Could you order a taxi? Rotrebbe prenotare un taxi? Do you need a prenotare un taxi?
Can I ask for my passport back? Posso riavere il mio passaporto? Posso riavere or mio passaporto?
Please give me the room key... Mi da`, per favore, la chiave della camera … Mi da peer favore la chiave della camera ...
I need to speak to a travel agent Vorrei parlare con un rappresentante dell'agenzia Worray parlare con un rapprezentante del agencia
Where is...? Dove si trova….. Dove sit trova ..
Where is the hotel? Dove si trova l'albergo? Dove sit trova lalbergo?
Where is the bank
(exchange office)?		 Dove si trova la banca (il cambio)? Dove si trova la banka (il cambio)?
Where is the restaurant? Dove si trova il ristorante? Dove si trova or ristorante?
Please show... Mi fa vedere, per favore mi fa vedere per favore
What time is breakfast, lunch, dinner? A che ora e` la prima colazione (il pranzo, la cena)? And ke ora e la prima colacione (il pranzo, la chena)?
I need... Mi serve… Mi serve
It's cold in the room In camera fa freddo Ying camera fa freddo
It's hot in the room In camera fa caldo Ying chamber fa caldo
The room does not have a shower, air conditioning In camera non funziona la doccia, l'aria condizionata Ying camera non funciona la doccia, laria condicionata
Can't open the door Non posso aprire la porta Non posso aprire la porta

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We advise you to write in the phone book and be sure to have a written version of the phones you need for the trip: the number of the embassy, ​​local guides, the hotel where you will stay, the airline, car rental companies, bicycles, etc.

The composition of the first aid kit on the road

As much as I would not like to think about medicines and allocate space in my suitcase for medical needs, but, unfortunately, we cannot do without them. The minimum set is worth capturing for first aid or getting rid of the primary symptoms of the disease. Medicines in Italy are expensive. We will find out in advance information about drugs allowed for import into the country.

We take antipyretic, cardiac, normalizing blood pressure, painkillers with a versatile spectrum of action, against motion sickness, from digestive disorders, from allergic reactions to unfamiliar food. Iodine, brilliant green will not interfere in the way. bandage, plaster. We get rid of the work of Italian doctors, save our money.

For tourists suffering from chronic diseases, we advise you to grab the entire arsenal necessary medicines. Climate change may exacerbate them. For people with poor eyesight who wear contact lenses, we recommend that you take the entire set with you for their use. The lens solution is sold in pharmacies in Italy only by prescription.

When traveling with children, we take medicines “for every firefighter” and for them. We take into account their age and the body's ability to adapt. Every mother knows her child and all his "minuses" on the road or in an unfamiliar environment. We advise you not to let kids taste new “overseas” dishes, you can always find food that is familiar to a child. Let him better not try some kind of Italian sauce or pasta prepared according to all traditions, but the rest will not be spoiled.

Personal care products

In Italian hotels you will encounter increased level comfort, but the number of "stars" decides the availability of some necessary items for everyday use. Shampoo, soap in the room will certainly be, a hair dryer is also included. You need to take a toothbrush, paste, shampoo with you if you have allergies and use a certain brand.

Also bring handkerchiefs, wet wipes, antiseptic wipes or sprays. It will not be superfluous to wipe once again the items that you and your children will use. Of course, all these products are available in Italian stores, but why buy abroad what is inexpensive at home? Let's support domestic manufacturers: at least we can read the composition of the product in Russian, and we have "verified" companies and brands.

Cosmetic minimum

Whether you are going to Italy for the beaches or ski resort, sunscreen will life-saving device from the rays of the sun, which are no less strong and merciless in the mountains than by the sea. For adults, you can take SPF 20, for children SPF 50. Do not overdo it in the sun, travel insurance will not reimburse treatment for sunburn.

Wardrobe: we take the essentials

Going to the north of the country or to the south in the autumn, a raincoat and an umbrella will not be superfluous. Shoes must also be taken appropriate for such bad weather.

The traditions of the Catholic faith are strong in Italy. To St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, to the Basilica of St. Mark in Venice, in the church of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence and other religious world monuments of architecture, the dress code will have to be observed.

For visits to holy places and temples, consider your wardrobe. Grab a jacket that covers your shoulders and arms. Women should have in reserve a long skirt, scarf or stole, in order to cover the head or hide the neckline. Men need to bring dress pants and a long sleeve shirt.

Sunglasses, a parasol, a hat, a towel, shoes for walking along the beach and for swimming - this is a mandatory minimum for those who are going to "give" their body to the Italian sun. If you plan to sunbathe on a paid beach, then you can not take an umbrella.

There are more than 150 monuments in Italy world heritage UNESCO. Of course, you won’t be able to see all of them in one trip, but be sure to include several in your plan for visiting the country, even if you came only for shopping. For visits to the Valley of the Temples of Sicily (Agrigento), walking through the 5 famous lands of the Cinque Terre, following all the halls of the Uffizi Gallery (Florence), visiting the Colosseum, exploring cave city Sassi di Matera, visits historical center Siena and the fossils of Pompeii, the promenade along the Roman Forum in Rome will need comfortable shoes, clothing that does not restrict movement. Take one with you.

If your plans include a walk in river tram along the Grand Canal, warm clothing is a must.

Do not take a lot of clothes for the child. Think about what he will walk in during the day, make evening "outings" and sleep.

What to take with you from technical means

To go to Italy (as well as to another country) without a camera and a video camera is almost a crime. But do not forget that they need to be recharged, so remember about chargers, spare batteries, flash cards.

If you find a hair dryer in the hotel room, then you will have to pay for using the iron. You have a camping version of this device - then you will save your hard-earned money for something else while staying in the country. You don’t have to worry about the adapter for sockets: in Italy they are of the same type as in Russia.

Information for smokers

Italy is considered a paradise for smokers, however, the prices of tobacco products are high in it.

You can smoke everywhere, but it is impossible to buy cigarettes in supermarkets, since they are sold only in special kiosks. Tobacco shops are stuffed in large numbers on the streets in all cities of the country.

“Shooting” cigarettes is not customary in Italy, so if you don’t mind paying 3 to 5 euros for a pack of cigarettes, then take the “drug” with you. By customs regulations you can bring into the country no more than 200 cigarettes (one block). The countries of the European Union benefit from this issue: no more than 4 blocks can be imported from countries belonging to the Eurozone.

Alcohol

We talked about alcohol in Italy in one of the articles. If you are satisfied with the price of alcoholic drinks in Italy, then why bring them with you. You can only capture 1 liter of alcohol with a strength of over 22% or 2 liters of alcohol with a strength of up to 22%. You can take 4 liters of wine or 16 liters of beer with you. This applies to persons over the age of 17.

Prices for strong drinks are not exorbitant, so you can treat yourself to world-famous Italian drinks: Chianti, Grappa, Limoncello, Campari.

Packing souvenirs

Make room in your suitcase for souvenirs from Italy or purchase a separate bag for memorable gifts. You can bring liquor, olive oil, cheeses, pasta, Venetian mask, Murano glassware.

Pack gifts so that they do not break, do not lose their shape. If you are carrying food, check the expiration date so that the smell from your souvenir does not cause a suffocating suspicion of a gas attack among the rest of the passengers in the transport.

And remember that there is a sign: if you forgot to take something with you on the road, then you don’t need it and you can do without it.

Have a good holiday in Italy, and read our interesting articles about this country ( links below).

Are you planning a trip to Italy? Then it's time to think about luggage. Of course, you can buy a lot already in Italy itself, but the basic things are still worth taking with you. For many, preparing for a trip can be a very difficult and lengthy task, especially if the places where you live and where you go are completely different. climatic conditions. Therefore, it is very important to check the weather forecast before departure in order not to take a bunch of unnecessary things with you, since the climate of Italy in the north and in the south can differ significantly (especially in winter).

Italy - carefree sunny country Europe. Sun cream- the first on the list of what to take to Italy in the summer is a must. Do not forget swimsuit Most of the cities are close to the coast. Hats and sunglasses not only protect you from the sun, but also add style and charm to the whole image.

If you have planned a busy cultural program be sure to take comfortable shoes for the season. When going on an excursion, give preference to shoes with hard soles, otherwise the paving stones of Italian streets can spoil your impression of the rest. High-heeled shoes are suitable for dinner in a trattoria, but not for tiring shopping or going to museums.

For men, comfortable Armani moccasins are preferable, for women, low-speed pumps or closed sandals are preferable. In such shoes it will be more convenient to walk on medieval paving stones.

It is important to know that if you are going to church in Italy you need to bring more conservative clothes (short shorts and tops are not suitable for this).

What is fashionable in your country may seem like total bad taste to an Italian. So elegant Dolce Gabbana moccasins for men are close and understandable to them, but it is better to leave slippers at home. The former are associated by Italians with a swimming pool and a gym, the latter with practical, fashionless tourists.

Italian casual is somewhat different from others. If you allow shorts, T-shirts, baseball caps, backpacks to the urban style, then the Italians never. Casual for them are light trousers made of linen, silk, cotton, romantic blouses, elegant shirts, wide-brimmed hats, accessories and a stylish tote bag.

They do not tolerate excessive extravagance and brightness. Their clothing is predominantly in pleasant pastel colors. And expression is quite enough in a loud conversation and active gestures. Accessories also choose discreet. Do not take precious earrings or pendants with you. Prefer costume jewelry, and if you don’t have it, then buy it already in Italy itself as a cute and beautiful souvenir.

Headwear is a must to protect from the scorching hot sun. Choose feminine hats. They may or may not be broad. It depends on your preference. But in combination with sunglasses, you will acquire a certain mystery and mystery, like a true Italian.

What medicines to take to Italy? Today, in any Italian pharmacy you can find a variety of medicines. Gourmets and connoisseurs of Italian cuisine are advised not to forget to take funds from heaviness in the stomach when going to a restaurant.
Caring parents do not have to worry about what to take their child to Italy. No special preparations are required. In summer, don't forget baby sunblock, and in winter, warm clothes - it can be quite cold in some areas.

Regardless of the program of stay, do not forget also take a camera. Even in the smallest town you will find great subjects to shoot. Do not forget spare batteries and charger- not only for the camera, but also for other gadgets.

If you are waiting bus tour around the country, stock up motion sickness pills, antiseptics, wet wipes, etc. For those who wear lenses, it is better to take the solution for them with you.

If you smoke, then it is better to bring cigarettes with you - the prices for them in the EU countries are simply draconian. Of the clothes and shoes with you, you need to take only those in which it will be convenient to move around all day. It would be nice to take at least one warm thing for yourself and the child - in case of evening walks by the sea.

It is better to have money in the form of cash, and on the card. You should beware of street thieves and do not keep all the money in one wallet or pocket. Some hotels have very expensive rentals for simple things like a hair dryer or iron, so their travel options will not hurt. An adapter to them in Italy is not needed.

What documents do I need to take with me to Italy?

  • Printed confirmation of your hotel or flight booking
  • photocopies of all documents you have with you and credit cards(it is desirable to store in different bags and not in one copy, separately from documents), you can also take a photo on your phone or scan to a USB flash drive.
  • European driving license (if you are going to rent a car in Italy)
Advice: write down in advance all the phone numbers that you may need during the trip (number of the embassy, ​​hotel, airline, local guides, etc.) and keep them in different bags or in your pocket.

Don't forget to take your good mood and smile with you to Italy. Have a nice trip!

Going on a sightseeing tour to Italy, many of you ask quite a logical question: what you need to take with you. For beginners, Italy is primarily associated with pizza, carnival and siesta. Whirling in a whirlwind of hurrying Italians and alluring smells of real national cuisine, do not forget about the safety of valuables and your health. When traveling by bus, if this is the type of transportation you are going to take, grab an inflatable pillow under your head, a small blanket and free changeable shoes. A player with pleasant music, an e-book and an interesting interlocutor will help brighten up the trip. Try to drink less liquid, limit yourself to clean drinking water or natural juices. Remove wet wipes and medicines from your suitcase that may come in handy on the road. The bus will not stop for you to get headache pills. excursion tour to Italy involves long hiking for which you will need not only comfortable shoes and a hat, but also sunblock. During the day, the sun heats the stones that pave the central streets and squares, and you simply cannot do without such important little things. Put a few patches and corn cream in your bag. They will not take up much space, and if necessary, you will not have to run around the streets and talk to pharmacists. It is better to give preference to light shoes in which the foot will breathe and will not be hot. It is truly difficult to restrain yourself and not go on a sightseeing tour to Italy with a full suitcase of things. We do not recommend taking a full suitcase, because when you arrive in the country, you will see for yourself the chic selection of high-quality clothes and shoes in stores and be sure to buy at least one, or maybe many, stylish things. Focus on having at least a few comfortable things in your suitcase for city tours, an evening dress for going to a cafe or restaurant in the evening, and be sure to have at least one warm item in case of bad weather or a light evening breeze. During the walking tour, try to keep your belongings in a constant field of view. In busy squares and narrow streets, it is better to hold the bag with your hand and hang it not on one shoulder, but throw it over your head. So you protect yourself from thieves on motorcycles. The camera should also be thrown over your shoulder and stock up on a flash card. Believe me, there are so many unique and inimitable places in Italy that you will need it soon. It is better not to take a lot of cash with you and put it in separate pockets. The ideal option would be a small amount of cash for souvenirs and lunch in a cafe, and the rest on the card. In the country, ATMs are located on almost every corner, and cafes and shops accept card payments. Plan your wardrobe carefully, keeping in mind subtleties such as the country's Catholic traditions. To view holy places and temples, if you do not want to offend the feelings of believers, drape your shoulders and décolleté with a light scarf or stole. Even if you fell behind the group and got lost, discard all worries and trust local residents who, with a wide smile, will try to explain how to get to the place where the bus stands or the hotel is located. Ask the guide for his phone number and contact him if the knowledge of a foreign language is not enough to communicate with passers-by. Or ask at the hotel business card with the address and show it to the taxi driver who knows the city like the back of his hand and will rush to Right place within minutes. A sightseeing tour to Italy is always a mass of positive impressions that you will remember for many years to come. It is enough to familiarize yourself with the main points indicated in our article and nothing will be able to overshadow your vacation. Call us at the numbers indicated on the site and our managers will give more accurate and comprehensive questions regarding your sightseeing tour to Italy. THE BEST OFFERS OF THE SEASON 2014 FROM TOUR OPERATOR SOLEMARE Excursion tour to Italy "Classic Italy" STANDARD Rome - (Pompeii - Naples) - Siena - (Pisa) - Florence - Venice - San Marino 8 days / 7 nights departure from MINSK on Mondays from 345 euros per person* Excursion tour to Italy "Grand Tour" » STANDARD Rome - Vatican - (Pompeii - Naples) - Siena - (Pisa) - Florence - Venice - San Marino 10 days / 9 nights departure from MINSK on Mondays from 435 euros per person* “Solemare” reserves the right to make minor changes to the program. The order of visiting cities according to the program can be changed with an absolute guarantee of all planned excursions.

When going on vacation, someone makes lists of what they need to take with them, and someone packs a bag (backpack, suitcase) in an hour, not caring too much that they might forget to take something they need on the road. For some, packing up is a painful task, because you need to think through everything to the smallest detail, without losing sight of anything, but for someone it’s not scary that he will forget something at home.

Every time I go on a trip, I have to make a list of all the necessary things, and now, planning a car trip to Italy this summer, I am faced with this need again. And then the idea came to me to compose a kind of universal for everyone, general list of what you need to take with you on vacation, and post it on the site so that anyone can simply print it out and use it to pack their suitcase.

Of course this list can be adjusted at your own discretion, everyone has their own preferences and thoughts, but the things below will help you not to forget at least what is most likely necessary on vacation. First, run your eyes over it and cross out everything that you can do without, and then focus on it when collecting, ticking off what is already packed.

A list of necessary things that you will need on vacation, or what you need to take with you on the road.

1. Washing and other body care products that start your day with, or soap and soap accessories

  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • soap dish
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel
  • washcloth
  • Body lotion after shower (if you can't live without it)
  • Shaving gel, aftershave lotion (in general, everything related to getting rid of excess vegetation)
  • Comb
  • Mirror (for women)
  • Hair gel, varnish, foam (who uses what, if he uses it at all)
  • Towel or two (for the shower and for the beach)
  • hygiene products
  • A handkerchief, a small towel for the journey
  • cosmetics for women, Eau de Toilette, deodorant. Hand and face cream if your skin is dry and sensitive
  • Scissors, nail file.

2. Clothing

  • Underwear (everyone has their own list, you just need to remember to bring a change in the right amount with you)
  • T-shirts, T-shirts: it must be taken into account that there must be enough of them. Firstly, for a trip on the road, especially if it takes several days, you will need a changeable T-shirt, because the one in which you left loses its freshness in a day. Secondly, to sleep at the place of rest (or you will have to take pajamas with you if you cannot do without it). Thirdly, for walks and trips to the sea. Fourthly, for excursions involving walking in the mountains, through the forest, and so on.
  • Shorts, capris - for the road, for walking around the city, for the beach, for excursions
  • Sports pants - for walking in the mountains (on excursions), as well as on the road if it's cool
  • Socks to keep sneakers from chafing, and also in case it is cool, especially at night on the road
  • Jeans - for evening walks around the city in case it's cool
  • A warm jacket or bike - it can be cool on the road, and also useful for walking around the city in the evening
  • Something light, not hot, but covering the arms and legs as much as possible, for example, a shirt and the same sports trousers. I will explain why: you can burn out badly in the sun on the very first day, and then, any appearance on the street, under the scorching rays of the sun, without protection from clothing, will be unbearable for you.

3. Shoes

  • Beach flip flops
  • Sneakers or comfortable sandals for excursions and walks in the mountains and forest
  • Slippers for home pastime (many people cannot do without them even on vacation)
  • Comfortable and open shoes for walking around the city, local attractions, museums and more beautiful places where you can take a picture (sandals)
  • Shoes or something similar if it is important to you to look elegant (for a restaurant and the like). At this point, you can add appropriate clothing at your discretion: for women - a dress, for men - trousers and a shirt (with a tie). Personally, I think this item is redundant, but for someone it can be very useful.

4. Necessary and irreplaceable on the beach

  • At the beach: a protective sunscreen that won't burn you, with the highest protection factor when the skin is still white
  • Swimsuit for women, swimming trunks for men
  • Sunglasses, diving goggles
  • Cap, sun hat, towel
  • After the beach: an after-sun cream that moisturizes the skin, and also alleviates your condition if you still burn out. I can personally recommend the Panthenol spray, which restores burnt skin, which is sold in pharmacies. An indispensable remedy if you are burned out
  • Bedding, sun umbrella, air mattresses and circles, but this can also be purchased at the place of rest.

5. Necessary and irreplaceable on the road

  • Medications and pills: for headaches (for example, citramon), for indigestion and poisoning (there is a high probability of getting poisoned by something on the road) - activated charcoal is not enough, I recommend polyphepan, as well as levomecithin, for better digestion (mezim), since Italian food can be difficult to digest by your stomach that is not accustomed to it. And also a bactericidal patch, vitamin C (if you start to get sick, this is the first remedy), antipyretic (Fervex), if you suddenly pass through on the road
  • On the road, you can also take a thermos and disposable tableware
  • Both ordinary wipes and wet, antibacterial, as well as antibacterial hand gel will be indispensable
  • Something from food on the road, non-perishable foods (crackers, dryers, cookies). Be sure to take water, preferably not sweet
  • If you are traveling by car, then take a pillow (there are inflatable ones, under the neck).

6. The most basic

  • Passport and other documents (tourist voucher, insurance, etc.)
  • house keys
  • Money, wallet or wallet (it is still recommended to put money in a travel bag, and not keep it in one place, in a wallet)
  • Camera, video camera, replaceable batteries, battery charger
  • Charger to mobile phone, player or whatever else you plan to take with you.

Of course, there are many more things that are not listed - such as an umbrella and washing powder for those who are trying to provide everything. But this is purely individual, I give only general recommendations.

I hope they will be useful to you and remind you that perhaps you almost forgot to take with you

Well, I wish you a successful and pleasant, in all respects, rest!

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