August, time for the beach. But before you go, you should know about some of the most common, new or seasonal bans in place, in regards to trash, plastic, pets, umbrellas and more. Remember that often bans vary from location to location or are in place only during the summer season. Always check the signs and be respectful of the environment and others.   Read on for the lowdown on beach bans in Italy.

Massages and Peddlers

It is forbidden to practice or receive therapeutic massages, tattoos, piercings and beauty treatments of all kinds. This may sound strange to someone not familiar with Italian beaches, but it is not at all uncommon to find people offering some of the treatments above, usually with no authorization, in inadequate hygienic conditions, to say the least.