Travel to Italy
You are responsible for your own travel arrangements. You may wish to use a student travel agency for flexibility and competitive rates. Some agencies to investigate, among others, are:
Student Universe: http://www.studentuniverse.com
Travel CUTS: http://www.travelcuts.com
Please consult the School in Italy calendar before planning your travel dates. We recommend that you arrive in Florence a few days before the start of orientation in order to become familiar with and adjust to your surroundings.
We further recommend that your travel plans allow you to arrive during the daytime so you will be able to find your way around and visit stores, etc. if necessary. It is especially important that you not plan your return to the United States or travel to another destination before the date of the last scheduled final exam. Exam dates cannot be changed to accommodate students’ travel plans. No exceptions will be made, so please don’t ask.
TSA Regulations
The Transportation Security Administration regulates what items may be carried aboard aircraft and these regulations are subject to change. Therefore, you should consult their website close to your date of departure:
Please note: Possessing certain items while going through security may result in fines or, in certain cases, may be considered a criminal offense.
Airline Luggage Regulations
You should contact your airline to confirm exact luggage allowances. We strongly suggest you stick to these guidelines, or be prepared to pay excess baggage fees, which can be quite expensive. We also suggest that you consider insuring your luggage through a comprehensive travel insurance policy. Travel insurance options can be researched at: http://www.insuremytrip.com
Comfort in Flights
The following recommendations should help you during the flight and may ease the effect of “jet lag” when you arrive at your destination:
- Wear loose-fitting clothes while in flight, as well as shoes that can be removed easily.
- Replenish fluids frequently. Avoid alcoholic beverages, which are dehydrating. Too much coffee or tea can also cause dehydration.
- Contact lens wearers should remove them or use saline solution every few hours.
- Those with sensitive skin should carry moisturizing cream.
- Take a walk around the cabin when the seat belt sign is off.
