by Chiara Assi

When most think about their dream vacation in Italy they envision themselves strolling around quaint streets basked in perpetual sunshine, eating gelato and wearing airy cotton dresses and shirts purchased at a local boutique. But while warm weather is great for traveling up and down the boot, an Italian holiday during the summer can also mean large tourist crowds, higher airplane fares, higher prices, longer lines at museums and exhibits and, sometimes, scorching hot temperatures. So why not plan a trip to Italy in January or February?

After the Epifania – January 6th – Italian kids go back to school after their Christmas and New Year's break, while workers go back to their offices and businesses and everyday life resumes as usual. From January 7th on prices drop – whether you are looking at hotel rates or fast train tickets to see as many towns as possible – and tourists can be found in much smaller numbers around large cities and famous attractions: two factors that can make a vacation much more affordable and enjoyable.

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Fonte: L'italo-Americano