Going to Italy for a few weeks in June, is there any recs to do for planning? completing any forms ahead of time? And is a e-sim worth it?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Why not just turn on roaming with your carrier? It’s not cheap exactly but it is less painful. As for planning, if you are heading to major tourist stops then buy tickets in advance - with a “fast pass” option where possible. Lines in Venice and Florence can be awful.

like

You try to plug into WiFi where you can

Airalo. I use it everywhere globally. If you are going to popular tourist spots in Rome etc book tickets or guided tours in advance

like

Only caveat is your phone is unlocked, can’t be carrier tied. Can also provide a referral code for a few dollars off

If you have Verizon, they have some international options. Idk what you mean by forms but definitely get tour guides for big touristy places. Not because the info is all that valuable but because you skip lines. Also, don’t go to TikTok restaurants. Often super long waits and not that great anyway. If it’s your first time, I’d recommend flying into Rome and renting a car, and skip across some major cities on the way to Venice and fly out of there

Get an international drivers license from AAA which is super easy.

Make a SERIOUS effort to learn some Italian. I did that for six months and was a kind of beginner/intermediate. It was a game changer in the smaller towns, and people in bigger cities really appreciate that too.

Don’t physically look like a tourist - at least in an obvious way. Stay classic neutral - it matters.

Get OUT if the cities, especially for food. City centers in the bigger cities is kind of an icky Disney version for the f****** cruise ship crowd that you should avoid at all costs.

Family went to Italy last year. Verizon has a very cheap(relatively) international roaming plan. $12 a day or $100 for a month.

Second the international drivers license.

Also learns some of the city maps ahead of time if you’re driving. A lot of them have restricted driving areas not super well marked and you get a nice fine if you go through…super straight forward when some parking garages require you to drive in them to get to.

Related Posts

Do you realize if you do it at 11:59 on December 31st and the clock strikes midnight it will be same shit different decade

Post Photo
likefunnyhelpful

My work gives us points/money for achieving certain activities such as exercising for 180 mins per week. I have my Apple Watch automatically sync with the app that tracks our activities and it works great. Problem is I started using NRC (Nike run Club) app for runs and it interferes with the Workout app on my Apple Watch and it doesn’t get tracked. Has anyone found a way for the NRC and Workout app to run simultaneously (pun intended)?

like

Any book recommendations? Here are a couple that I've recently recommended:1) Freakonomics2) Super Freakonomics3) The Big Short4) Never Eat Alone. Please add as you see fit!

like

So I just started a new job in sales (B2B specifically). All my life I’ve been in blue collar jobs, military, then construction work ect. I don’t have much money saved to get myself my own business cards as I’m sure they are important to have, I’ve got all the info that I need to go out and start selling. I guess what I’m looking for is just tips on how you guys were successful walking into a whole new arena if that makes sense?

like

Hello friends
We are hiring.....

Post Photo
like

Just started at the firm a month and half ago and snapshots are already happening soon. How important are they? I’ve had pretty low utilization, so I’m kinda nervous as an experienced hire

like

Thoughts on these Bottega shoes. I think they’re beautiful but can’t seem to justify the $880 price tag.

Post Photo
like

Does Acuity Gurgaon office provide annual and joining bonus components to IB associates?

Do you dress casually to show properties?

like

Plaintiff side question - comp is base plus % of fees. Firm has non equity split % with associate working on case. This normal for a non equity partner? Normal associate comp is full % when working with an equity partner.

like

Hi! Anyone have any idea about online assessment of McKinsey for backend developer?

like

What's expected CTC for lateral hire in PWC AC for a guidewire business analyst? Yoe is 7.. 5 for BA, 2 for other.

Thanks in advance!

like

Pwc salary structure? Benefits

Urgent

like

YOE-3.3
Position- Data Engineer
Currently working in Quantiphi
I have 3 offers right now
1) Testbook 23lpa- 19fixed and rest stocks and variable
2)Tech Mahindra-20lpa fixed
3)Skuad - 24lpa fixed
Confused right now which to choose also been listening about recession and bear market so job security is also a crucial point in making a decision.

like

Recruiting just let me know they will NOT be sending me to the the hiring committee but want to stay in touch about other potential roles. Is this what they tell everyone?

like

Can someone explain KL Rahul to me?

To me he is Kitna L Rahul … never seen him perform in any important match but still vice Captain and always in the 11

likefunny

1. What are the hierarchy leveles in ZS Associates (software development). ZS folks , kindly help me on the same. I am having 4 years of experience, what hierarchy band can i expect?

2. How much percentage is variable component in ZS? I come from ACN which has 21% vp component.
Is vp paid fully?

3. Also, how is wlb in zs, Haven't heard quite good abt zs wlb..

ZS Associates

like

Is it true that all transfers to US have been put on HOLD?

like
like

Hi everyone,

Could someone help mw understand how much would be the payscale for a 9 yrs experienced data science manager role in CBA Bangalore.
Thanks in advance

like

Additional Posts in Consulting

Got hired as a digital strategy consultant. I have over 10 years of industry experience but I’m new to consulting. What courses, workshops or books would you recommend to build a solid toolkit?

like

Fellow frequent flyers: last year was the 1st year I attained airline status. Does United gold expire on 2/1? Will I be downgraded to silver till I catch up again or is there a fast track challenge?

like

Anything good I can spend Delta Skymiles besides airfare? (I’m not really planning on flying anywhere soon).

like

How do you like to do stock research? Any good sites or tools whether qual or quantitative, good filters. Anything you wished exist but doesn't, maybe it does and this post can help crowd source ideal platforms.

Thank you

like

Applied for a VP gig at Deloitte alot of time in software teams, not in consulting. Thoughts?

like

Etihad stewardesses are hot AF! Why can't we have this in the US??

like

What are your book recommendations?

like

Do you guys have Any good books on business? Not those self help books

like

How long does it take to be useful at a new company? I’m on week 3 and I feel like I know nothing lol. Industry role

likehelpful

Question on on labor laws in the US:

Received an offer from Amazon but I'm concerned about negotiating hard and ending up with an offer that's on the higher end of the pay band when compared to the rest of the (future) team. My concern is during an economic downturn, it would be easier to let me go if the team needs to be downsized. This would be because I would have the least experience on the team & more expensive to retain from a cost perspective.

My concerns valid? #amazon #aws #faang

like

When is the best time to status match, now or March 1?

like

StartUp on Netflix is really good.

like

What do you think it takes for a PPD to get a utilization bearing WBS for proposal work? I know it is rare...

like

Moving from a boutique (<30 employees, MBB competitor) to the strategy practice of a Big 4. Have only worked for boutiques in the past, so I’m expecting there to be some major differences in terms of working style.

What are the major differences and ‘watch outs’ you would point out to me? Could be anything from culture, to red tape, to compliance etc.

likefunny

Any advice on how to switch from big 4 to tier 1 consulting firms like BCG and MCK?

like

For those who left NYC, what city/state did you go to and why?

like

If your role is being closed/being laid off (not due to performance issues) just firm downsizing, do you tell the companies you are interviewing? How to phrase it?

like

Is it possible to go back into consulting after editing into industry?

funny

Hello! I’m going to BSchool in August. Any recommendations on books / websites / videos to be more prepared for management consulting interviews?

Recommendations for a wfh office chair? Preferably on the lower end of the range with good height.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal