One of the most popular tourist destinations for Canadians and travelers worldwide is the European nation, Italy. The nation is known for its delicious cuisine, appealing tourist attractions, and historical sightings.

Canadians travelling to Italy should pay attention to this blog post. As we will be discussing some money-saving tips, tips that will save your time during post-pandemic travel, and hidden gems within Europe’s famous “boot”. Let’s explore some of these great tips below!

Arrive Extra Early For Your Flight To Italy

This tip can potentially save you thousands of dollars. Why? Because there is an unprecedented number of people looking to finally travel. Over two years of being stuck inside due to the pandemic were more than enough to start the surge of vacation-hungry adventurers. 

Airports all over Canada do not have the infrastructure to keep up with the demand to travel. Pearson Airport, Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, and Vancouver International Airport running on fumes.

What does this mean? Staff shortages nationwide, and incredibly long lines that break industry norms. People are missing their flights because of the outlandish time it takes to get through security and processing.

Usually, 3 hours early would guarantee you no issues. But today there are folks who miss their flights and are forced to buy another expensive plane ticket if they want to reach their destination. All because of the record high demand for travel. And yes, people are missing their flights despite showing up 3 hours early to the airport.

Travelling With Abundance strongly recommends that Canadians travelling to Italy arrive at the airport at least 5-6 hours early. This should guarantee that you won’t miss your flight in today’s busy vacation climate.

Can Canadians Travel to Italy?

As of April 1st, 2022. Italy officially ended all temporary travel bans and pandemic protocols. Meaning it’s now possible for Canadians travelling to Italy to enter the country without presenting proof of vaccinations. 

Furthermore, there are no mandatory quarantines for Canadians entering Italy under any circumstances. So Canadians travelling to Italy can look forward to their long-awaited vacation without anything threatening their time and money.

Canadian Travel to Italy Visa Requirements

Fortunately for Canadians travelling to Italy. You do not have to acquire a visa before your entry into the country. Just make sure you have a passport and enough money to preside within Italy based on the amount of time you will be spending within the nation.

However, if you plan on backpacking across Europe, starting from Italy. We recommend that you examine the visa requirements for surrounding countries. As visa’s may be mandatory or have become mandatory due to the pandemic.

What Do I Need to Travel to Italy From Canada

Firstly you need to have a passport that isn’t expired before you are allowed as a Candian travelling to Italy. Secondly, you can be denied entry into the country if you don’t have enough money for the duration of time you plan on residing within Italy.

If you bring only a couple hundred dollars worth of Euro for a one or two day trip, you should be fine. But a few hundred dollars worth of Euro for weeks will likely end up getting you denied into the country. So make sure you have enough to sustain yourself.

Now that you know the essentials of what you need to enter Italy. Let’s examine some important items you’ll need to avoid issues while vacationing in Italy.

Canadians travelling to Italy will need an adapter to charge your electronic devices. The outlets in Italy have 3 prongs and work with chargers that have types C, L, and F. In Canada, our plug types only support types A and B. Below you can find an affordable adapter available on Amazon.ca.

Italy is hot and doesn’t receive a lot of rain. Due to the lack of precipitation, it’s wise to pack some sunscreen before you travel to Italy. Please make you pack a bottle of sunscreen that’s within the legal limit of bottled liquids if you are putting it in your carry-on luggage.

Next, it’s handy to have an italian translator app installed on your phone while visiting the country. We are linking Google translate as it has a built-in function that enables your camera to scan Italian words and translate it into English. This works for the most part, but if the translation doesn’t make sense. It’s best to ask a local what signage or packaging reads.

Flights to Italy From Canada

Wondering how long your flight from Canada to Italy will take you? You’re not alone! The quickest flight that travels to Italy without any layovers will take just under 9 hours and 30 minutes. 

This might sound very long. But when you compare this flight to other destinations like Canada to Japan (11+ hours), it’s tolerable. To make the flight feel shorter, we highly recommend downloading your all time favorite movies and TV shows on to your phone, tablet, or laptop. 

If you have a very specific time you need to land in Italy, we recommend you book a flight with Air Canada, United Airlines, or Lufthansa. As those airlines have the highest frequency of flights per day.

Canadians Planning on Travelling to Italy FAQ

Conclusion

Canadians travelling to Italy should expect an easy experience getting into the country, and exploring the nation. There’s no mandatory vaccination status required for tourists. So don’t worry, your dream vacation is on the horizon! Just remember to eat plenty, lather up on sunscreen, and enjoy the food!

Written by Co-Owner Jonathan Cohen.

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