Okay, I’m in. I’m ready to start planning my Italian vaycay. When should I book my trip to get the best rates?

Yay! Regarding accommodations, we recommend booking ASAP. Ravello is a small town, and is no stranger to travelers during the summertime, so secure your spot as soon as you are able. If you’re an early bird and are seeing that hotels aren’t yet booking online this far in advance, feel free to email or call them directly, and they can usually help you book over the phone.

Regarding flights - we recommend tracking flight fares starting now to ensure you can find the best deals! All the blogs will say really start looking seriously 6 months before your trip - but we highly suggest setting up alerts on Google Flights, Hopper, or checking in with The Points Guy for alerts on deals and ways to leverage credit card points and miles.

I’ve heard that travelers need a visa to go to Europe in 2024, is that true?

As of January 2024, Europe has dropped visa requirements, so disregard our note from earlier last fall.

You heard correctly, US travelers (and many others) will need an ETIAS visa in order to travel throughout Europe beginning in 2024. Remember to submit for your visa (HERE) ahead of time, and double check that your passport is up to date, and doesn’t expire within 6 months of your trip!

Help - what’s the weather like in Ravello? What should I pack?

Ravello can range from mid-70s to mid-80s in early June, so expect warm days and cooler evenings. Since Ravello is settled in the mountains and not the waterfront, it can get slightly cooler than some of the other Amalfi coast cities, so we recommend planning for summertime vibes, but bring layers for evenings. Feel free to track the weather closer to the time, just to be sure.

Additionally, please note that Ravello is a charming old town with old roads, walkways, and steps to navigate the elevation. Please consider this when packing your footwear.

What if I don’t speak Italian?

No worries! Ravello is home to thousands of tourists every year, so many of the locals speak English. Below is a cheat sheet of some phrases that may come in handy while you’re in Italy:

Hi/Hello! : “Ciao!” (pronounced “chow”)

How are you? : “Come vai”

My name is : “Mi chiamo… “ (pronounced “Me kee-ya-mo”)

Please : “Per favore”

Thank you : “Grazie”

You’re Welcome : “Prego”

Good evening : “Buona sera”

Good night : “Buona notte”

More wine please : “Più vino per favore”