Experience the best of the best with Rick Steves Best of Italy. Rick Steves Best of Italy puts the very best of Italy in your hands, with Rick's straightforward, time-tested advice in an easily scannable format so you can quickly find what you need on the go. With Rick's strategic tips on saving time and money, you can worry less about your trip, and focus on enjoying the experience,whether that's climbing to the top of Florence's campanile or marveling at Venice's architecture on a moonlight Grand Canal cruise. Rick Steves Best of Italy features: Everything in full-colour , Dazzling photos and helpful planning maps. Best of Italy in Two Weeks , Suggestions for planning the perfect trip, based on Rick's expert advice for what's worth your time and what you can skip. Rick's Tips , Helpful hints for key sights and experiences, organized so you quickly learn what you need to know. You'll love how much these simple tips help make your trip smooth and stress-free! Authentic Experiences,Leave the tourist traps behind and enjoy real, cultural experiences and opportunities to connect with local people. Plus Practicalities,Essential eating, sleeping, and transportation information is neatly arranged to be ready when you need it. Choose the best Rick Steves guide for your trip: Rick Steves Best of Italy collects the very best the country has to offer. Planning a longer trip? Rick Steves Italy 2016 is the classic guide to exploring the country in-depth, updated annually. Time for a quick getaway? colourful Rick Steves Pocket Rome and Rick Steves Pocket Florence are perfect when you have a week or less. Include a full-size, fold-out city map.