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| | | Sorrento | | Did you know?
The area around Sorrento was known as the Temple of Sirens, where sailors in ancient times were lured onto the rocks by the songs of these monster-maidens.
Language
Italian.
Visas
None required from the UK.
Getting there
International flights go direct to Naples, the nearest airport.
Flying time from London
About 2hr 30min.
Getting around
Sorrento town centre is small enough to do on foot. Boats go to Capri and Naples from the harbour. If you want to drive the Amalfi coast you can hire a car but beware hairpin bends and erratic drivers.
Currency
Euro.
Costs
Things can be pricey, but as a rough guide: pint of beer £3.50, moderate restaurant meal £10-£15, litre of unleaded petrol around 70p, roll of film (24 exposures) £4, short taxi ride £8-10.
Weather
April-June and September-October are the best times to go, when the weather is good, prices are low and there are fewer tourists. Late July and August is very hot, prices rise and it's pretty crowded everywhere.
Time difference
One hour ahead of the UK.
International dialling code from the UK
00 39.
Voltage
220V, 50Hz, though some places still use the old 125V system, so check before plugging in any appliances. You'll also need a European plug adaptor.
Opening hours
Shops open at 8am, shut at 1pm for a long lunch and open again at 3/4pm till 7/8pm or later. Banks open 8.30am-1.30pm and 2.45-4.30pm Monday-Friday.
Health — before you go
No jabs needed. The UK has a reciprocal healthcare agreement with Italy but you'll need an EHIC form, available from UK post offices.
Health — when you are there
Take the E111 form to the local Unita Sanitaria Locale office, which will give you the information you need. But as many Italian public hospitals are underfunded, you may prefer to take out travel insurance to access a private clinic.
Warnings
Sorrento is a pretty safe area but its proximity to Naples may attract pickpockets looking for easy targets, so be careful with your bags and wallets. The landscape of the resort means many hotels are on hills with steep steps or drives so watch your footing, especially at night.
Emergency
Police, dial 113. British Embassy in Rome: Via XX Settembre 80a, Tel 06 482 54 41.
Customs
Siestas are the norm so expect shops to shut between 1 and 4pm. There are strict dress codes for places of worship all over Italy, so be as inconspicuous and considerate as possible.
Pets
Italy is included in the Pet Travel Scheme but be aware that the process takes several months before travel to set up. See your vet for further details.
Tipping
You are not expected to tip on top of restaurant charges or taxi fares. Restaurants usually have a cover charge that includes bread, olive oil and water.
Tourist office
Italian State Tourist Board: 1 Princes St, London W1R 8AY, Tel. 020 7408 1254. Brochure line: 09001 600 280 (calls cost 60p per minute).
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