have to book and i hate stopover flights but looks like thats the only choice.
ny or newark to florence, rome and amalfi
5 nites florence, 3 nites rome, 5 nites maiori is the plan.
learned a lot from here and youtube and have rick's book but italy is very booked!
advice on what's a must in florence, best way to see tuscany countryside, which are best day trips...cinque terre, siena, pisa...then i read lucca? prob pick tours with guide so we know what we're seeing/doing?
rome - know we have to book tickets now
amalfi coast- what's the best schedule for 5 days?
any advice on booking flights? or is it just a crap shoot?
also, now read carryon is best way to go but for 2 weeks a carry on doesn't offer much.
also want to shop
thanks for tips, any restaurant recommendations in each city...away from tourist traps...best gelato in town, etc.
whatever i should know what to avoid or what is a must see/do before we finish planning.