Italy
Currency
Euro (€) – Cards widely accepted, though cash is still common in rural areas
Languages
Italian (official), English in tourist hubs and larger cities
Weather
Varied: Mediterranean along the coasts (hot summers, 25-35ºC; mild winters, 10-15ºC) and cooler in the Alps
Cost of living
$1,200–$2,500/month, higher in cities like Rome or Milan
Time zone
CET (GMT +1) / CEST (GMT +2 during daylight saving)
Electrical outlets
230V, type C, F, and L plugs
Culture, gastronomy, and a chill lifestyle: la dolce vita is real
