Conversations and Insults | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep23
WARNING: this episode contains Italian insults and may not be suitable for sensitive ears! In the last episode of this season, we graduate f...
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Tech, WiFi and Phones in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep22
In today’s episode, we learn about WiFi, data plans, phones and staying connected while in Italy. We also practice asking for email addresse...
Safety and Theft in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep21
In today’s episode, we discuss tips to keep ourselves and our valuables safe while visiting Italy, and how to avoid theft and pickpocketing,...
Pharmacies and Medical Emergencies | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep20
In today’s episode, Elisa gives us vocabulary and cultural tips to help us prepare for any unexpected health hiccups while we’re traveling i...
Markets in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep19
In today’s episode, we talk about one of our favorite parts of Italian life – the outdoor market – as well as grocery stores. Elisa gives us...
Shopping in Boutiques | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep18
In today’s episode, we talk about the beautiful things money *can* buy in Italy’s department stores, artisanal shops and boutiques. Elisa al...
Beaches, Bikes, Hikes and Spas in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep17
In today’s episode, we head outdoors to the beach, hiking trails, bike paths, spas and more, experiencing Italy beyond its food, art and chu...
Museums, Landmarks and Sightseeing in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep16
In today’s episode, we learn about visiting cultural landmarks and etiquette for enjoying the art, history and natural beauty of Italy, from...
Food Glossaries, Allergies and How to Order | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep15
In today’s episode, Elisa prepares us for ordering a wide variety of foods with mini-glossaries for Italian specialties we might find in dif...
How to Eat Like an Italian | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep14
In today’s episode, Elisa explains how eating in Italy is less about the food and more about the art, traditions and social aspects of the I...
Food, Eating and Restaurants in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep13
Italian for Travelers, Episode 13 - the EATING IN ITALY episode. In today’s episode, we finally sink our teeth into the first of three episo...
Hotels and Accommodations | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep12
In today’s episode, Kristi checks into a hotel, so we discuss a range of Italian accommodations, from farm stays to hotels and monasteries....
Gas and Parking | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep11
In today’s episode, we take to the open road and learn how to fill up our tanks and find parking along our Italian adventure. We also talk a...
Cars and Driving | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep10
In today’s episode, we learn all about driving in Italy and follow Kristi as she rents a car and stops for directions. Elisa also helps us d...
Transportation | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep9
In today’s episode, we dive into public transportation in Italy and learn about train travel, buses and more. Elisa prepares us to buy ticke...
Directions, Landmarks and Sights | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep8
In today’s episode, Elisa offers some simple tips to avoid falling for common tourist traps. We also learn how to ask for -- and listen for...
Calendar Dates, Seasons and Weather | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep7
In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to fill up your calendar with dates… literally! First, we follow our character Kristi through an outdoo...
How to Tell Time | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep6
In today’s episode, we learn how to tell time in Italian. Elisa shares typical opening and closing times in Italy and why travelers should g...
Numbers and Money | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep5
This one’s all about counting and money! Today, we learn to count from one to ten… and then all the way up to one billion. Then Elisa teache...
Getting Acquainted | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep4
Today, we begin to connect with Italians, both formally and informally, from exchanging names and phone numbers to basic questions. Elisa al...