If you’re going to Italy any time soon, you had better check if the town you are going to has any strange by-laws! According to Reuters, many towns in Italy have introduced by-laws to improve “public decorum”. However, some of the by-laws have gone a bit too far. In Eraclea, near Venice, you are not allowed to build sandcastles and in Capri it is forbidden to wear a bikini anywhere other than the beach. While in Eboli, you could land a fine of €500 if you’re caught kissing in a car or in Novara no more than two people are allowed to lounge around at night in parks. So my suggestion is don’t do anything until you’re sure you’re allowed to do it!
Archive for August, 2008
Bizarre bans in Italy
August 22nd, 2008Have you saved enough for Beijing?
August 9th, 2008According to Sainsbury’s Travel Money, those flying to Beijing to watch the Olympic Games will have to make sure they have enough spending money when they get there! On average, travelers to Beijing will need £1,074 in spending money. However, Sainsbury’s Travel Money estimates that 90% of the money will be spent on hotel bills as prices have increased by around 452% due to the Olympics!! Although the hotel bills may be expensive, in comparison to other major cities across the world, Beijing is fairly cheap. Thankfully I am not one of those going to watch the Olympics in Beijing, so instead I can just watch it on TV for free and save my money! 
