Q. About 11 people from my Italian club (at school) are going to Italy with a tour group called CHA. My Italian teacher, who has organized two trips prior to this one, wants us to wear CHA's backpack when we're over there, in order for her to see us easily. I personally think that it's just going to be an even more obvious indicator that we're tourists, aside from the fact that we'll be traveling in a group...
As far as I know, no one else has had to label themselves a tourist in such a way on her two previous trips. Any suggestions on how I can *try* to convince her to drop the whole "wear the backpack with the obvious CHA label" idea?
Also, for those of you who live, have lived, or have been to Italy in the past, what do they usually wear? I was considering bringing several of my Hollister shirts, plus a few plain (non-labeled) shirts, and jeans. Will this just scream "TOURIST!," or do they have/wear Hollister over there?
Thank you!
As far as I know, no one else has had to label themselves a tourist in such a way on her two previous trips. Any suggestions on how I can *try* to convince her to drop the whole "wear the backpack with the obvious CHA label" idea?
Also, for those of you who live, have lived, or have been to Italy in the past, what do they usually wear? I was considering bringing several of my Hollister shirts, plus a few plain (non-labeled) shirts, and jeans. Will this just scream "TOURIST!," or do they have/wear Hollister over there?
Thank you!
A. I am an American who used to live in Italy. Yes, matching backpacks will bring attention to the fact that you are all in a tour group, so if you do end up having to use them, just be careful and pay attention to who is around you. If you are going to be carrying anything valuable in it, you might want to consider buying and using one of those tiny padlocks for travel - that way if someone does have the intention of trying to get into it when you're not watching, they won't be able to.
As for clothing - one thing that usually indicates a tourist is light clothing. Italians tend to wear darker colors. Many American tourists wear pastels and white tennis shoes - easy to pick out in a crowd. Many Italians don't even wear shorts in the summer when out in the towns. Italy does have many trendy shops, but the styles there are somewhat different than what we wear in America. A suggestion is that you take some extra money and purchase a few items of clothing there - you can wear it while there and not look like a tourist, but you can also bring it back here and have something none of your friends will have! Italians also tend to wear clothing tighter than Americans, so just watch the sizing.
With regard to jeans, most American tourists wear jeans - they are not the easiest to find in Italy, but most Italians that I knew there wished they had some!
My overall suggestion: Just wear what you're comfortable in - try to take darker clothing if you don't want to stand out - but remember, this is your vacation and whatever you do, just ENJOY and not worry about what others are thinking.
As for clothing - one thing that usually indicates a tourist is light clothing. Italians tend to wear darker colors. Many American tourists wear pastels and white tennis shoes - easy to pick out in a crowd. Many Italians don't even wear shorts in the summer when out in the towns. Italy does have many trendy shops, but the styles there are somewhat different than what we wear in America. A suggestion is that you take some extra money and purchase a few items of clothing there - you can wear it while there and not look like a tourist, but you can also bring it back here and have something none of your friends will have! Italians also tend to wear clothing tighter than Americans, so just watch the sizing.
With regard to jeans, most American tourists wear jeans - they are not the easiest to find in Italy, but most Italians that I knew there wished they had some!
My overall suggestion: Just wear what you're comfortable in - try to take darker clothing if you don't want to stand out - but remember, this is your vacation and whatever you do, just ENJOY and not worry about what others are thinking.
What should i pack for my trip to Europe this summer?
Q. This summer I'm traveling to Europe for the first time! I'm going to Ireland, Paris and London. Any help with what to pack, including clothes and fashion, would be great! I love to wear trendy stuff, so I don't want to stick out in a foreign place. I know to pack light, because I'm only going to 8 days. Thanks!
A. Honestly, if you try to be a "trendy" tourist you'll probably over do it and look kinda dumb. When I went to Europe I brought shorts and skirts (because it was summer and that's what I wear here in the US during the summer). Apparently, that is not very common (at least in smaller towns) and is considered trashy- I'd compare it to the equivalent of showing cleavage and stomach here in the states- not many people really do it, and it is considered "skanky" sometimes. However, just like in the US, you can get away with it more easily in the big cities. Just be sure you aren't baring lots of skin if you're visiting any religious places.
I'd pack dresses, skirts, and leggings, jeans, maybe a pair of slacks or dress pants for going out to dinner or visiting a museum or other things like that...
All I can say is, as fun as trendy sounds, heels just aren't gonna work when you're travelling and visiting all over. It's highly doubtful you'll be running into anyone you know, so throw on a classy top, the aforementioned bottoms, and some comfy but cute shoes- maybe flats with good arch support, low wedges, or slip-ons.
Have a great time!
I'd pack dresses, skirts, and leggings, jeans, maybe a pair of slacks or dress pants for going out to dinner or visiting a museum or other things like that...
All I can say is, as fun as trendy sounds, heels just aren't gonna work when you're travelling and visiting all over. It's highly doubtful you'll be running into anyone you know, so throw on a classy top, the aforementioned bottoms, and some comfy but cute shoes- maybe flats with good arch support, low wedges, or slip-ons.
Have a great time!
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