I just (in October) spent 9 days in beautiful Northern Italy solo (Como, Milan, Pordenone, and Trieste with day trips to Venice and the Dolomites). I tracked my costs. I can never do as well as you two, but here is what I spent for comparison in case anyone is interested: Hotels $973 ($108/day) Decent, local-owned and family-run hotels Dining $204 ($23/ day) - Non-Drinker, but I ate well about 1 - 2 meals/day. I love Italian food! Groceries $34 ($4/Day) Trains/Busses $116 ($13/day) (excluding one long train ride from Milan to Pordenone, which I had a pass for) Telephone - I keep my USA phone (TMobile) and boost it for International coverage while abroad. This all prorates to $30 for 9 days or $3/day. Total in Northern Italy for 9 days: $1,357 or $151/day. Beautiful country! Beautiful people!
Wow, sounds like you had an amazing solo adventure in Northern Italy! Those destinations-Como, Milan, Trieste, and the Dolomites-are all so stunning, and it looks like you managed your budget really well! It's great to see your breakdown; thanks for sharing it! Every travel style is unique, and you definitely experienced the beauty of Italy in a meaningful way. Totally agree-Italy is such a beautiful country with wonderful people. Cheers to many more adventures!
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm thrilled to hear you're enjoying the Italy videos and that my channel can bring a bit more of the world to you. Your support truly means a lot!😍
We plan on retiring in Italy because the cost of living is so much less than it is in the US. We can’t wait to get there! We’ve decided to document the journey. We’re having so much fun learning about the different regions. Thank you for sharing this! It helps us a lot!
Seems very reasonable for a 17 day journey in Italy .The pizza looked amazing! The best pizza I ever had was in Zürich. Switzerland at an Italian pizzeria, we went back three out of five nights to enjoy the amazing pizza and peroni beer Safe travels.
Sounds like an unforgettable experience! Italian pizza in Switzerland-what a treat! We totally get going back for more when it’s that good. Thanks for the kind words, and safe travels!😊
We enjoyed your video. We’re starting to plan our 4th trip to Italy and planning to hit this area as we haven’t been there yet. So thanks for the video. But where are you while shooting this video? Italy? Thanks again
I cant believe you were around my place. I saw you walking 1 block from my apartment. Im from Bari lol. I travelled a lot and lived abroad in south america and Asia but im from Bari and judging from your clothese you were there during summer. I was away
I didn't see the cost of groceries. Since the total was $2,648, and everything else totaled $2,402, I figure the groceries were $246? Is that right? As a solo traveler, everything but the accommodations can be cut in half, and I am guessing 75% of the cost of transportation (taxis are the same, but ferries are per person). All together, then, I am guessing $2,037 for a solo traveler. By the way, back in 1989 I got scammed in Brindisi. It still bothers me....
@booklover555 Hi! Thanks for watching and commenting. We’re back in Southeast Asia, this time on the beautiful beach of Koh Samui. It's great to be back in a place where meals cost just $1-2, and the food is not only delicious but also healthy!
December can be a lovely time to visit Bari, Monopoli, Polignano, Alberobello, Lecce, and Brindisi! The weather is generally mild, with average daytime temperatures around 10-15°C (50-59°F), though evenings can feel quite chilly, especially with coastal winds. In terms of scenic beauty, the towns are less crowded than during peak tourist months, allowing for a more intimate experience, especially in picturesque towns like Polignano a Mare, where you can enjoy the dramatic cliffs and views without the high season crowds. Alberobello's trulli houses look especially charming in winter, and there may even be Christmas markets that add to the charm. Just be aware that in smaller towns like Monopoli, some restaurants and shops may have limited hours in the off-season, but larger cities like Bari and Lecce will still have plenty open.
For geography purposes. Rome and south of Rome is considered the south. The whole country is a peninsula shaped like a boot but not referred to as a boot.Tne north generally is any part north of Rome so anything above that is considered the northern part of Italy. Italians do not refer to their country as a boot the south of Italy will do when referring to the South so Barry is not so Bari is not north of the boot it's just in the Adriatic side in the south. Tapas I believe is Spanish for their dishes Italians refer to theirs as Piatti first plate second plate
Thank you so much for the kind words! 😊 We’ve shared so many adventures together over the past 7 years, and it’s been an incredible journey. Actually, I did make a video all about the ring-hope you’ll check it out! Thanks for being part of our journey! 😘 ua-cam.com/video/57Z9gS8TpDk/v-deo.htmlsi=UdbLHjcDe4H8fGqQ
Thanks for the comment! 😊 We're actually taking a short break from our Eastern Europe trip before continuing our travels in Europe. Right now, we're sharing some of our Italy travel costs to give everyone an idea of what to expect there. We've just wrapped up an amazing 6-month journey through Europe, Western Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Balkans, so stay tuned for more reports on those destinations too.
I just (in October) spent 9 days in beautiful Northern Italy solo (Como, Milan, Pordenone, and Trieste with day trips to Venice and the Dolomites). I tracked my costs. I can never do as well as you two, but here is what I spent for comparison in case anyone is interested:
Hotels $973 ($108/day) Decent, local-owned and family-run hotels
Dining $204 ($23/ day) - Non-Drinker, but I ate well about 1 - 2 meals/day. I love Italian food!
Groceries $34 ($4/Day)
Trains/Busses $116 ($13/day) (excluding one long train ride from Milan to Pordenone, which I had a pass for)
Telephone - I keep my USA phone (TMobile) and boost it for International coverage while abroad. This all prorates to $30 for 9 days or $3/day.
Total in Northern Italy for 9 days: $1,357 or $151/day. Beautiful country! Beautiful people!
Wow, sounds like you had an amazing solo adventure in Northern Italy! Those destinations-Como, Milan, Trieste, and the Dolomites-are all so stunning, and it looks like you managed your budget really well! It's great to see your breakdown; thanks for sharing it! Every travel style is unique, and you definitely experienced the beauty of Italy in a meaningful way. Totally agree-Italy is such a beautiful country with wonderful people. Cheers to many more adventures!
Great video on Italy. Love your channels! Thanks for making my world a bigger and better place.
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm thrilled to hear you're enjoying the Italy videos and that my channel can bring a bit more of the world to you. Your support truly means a lot!😍
What a great overview of Puglia! Cheers!
We plan on retiring in Italy because the cost of living is so much less than it is in the US. We can’t wait to get there! We’ve decided to document the journey. We’re having so much fun learning about the different regions. Thank you for sharing this! It helps us a lot!
Thanks, I like the slow travel cost breakdown. Hope to see more of these in the future.
Thank you for these information !!
Very helpful, Much appreciated!
You're very welcome! I'm so glad you found it helpful.😊
Seems very reasonable for a 17 day journey in Italy .The pizza looked amazing! The best pizza I ever had was in Zürich. Switzerland at an Italian pizzeria, we went back three out of five nights to enjoy the amazing pizza and peroni beer Safe travels.
Sounds like an unforgettable experience! Italian pizza in Switzerland-what a treat! We totally get going back for more when it’s that good. Thanks for the kind words, and safe travels!😊
Great info Qiang! Food looked delicious
Thanks for watching & commenting. 🤗🌻
We enjoyed your video. We’re starting to plan our 4th trip to Italy and planning to hit this area as we haven’t been there yet. So thanks for the video. But where are you while shooting this video? Italy?
Thanks again
omg that pizza looked amazing!!
I cant believe you were around my place. I saw you walking 1 block from my apartment. Im from Bari lol. I travelled a lot and lived abroad in south america and Asia but im from Bari and judging from your clothese you were there during summer. I was away
Great vid guys! Always incite full!
However I can say you cannot actually call it slow travel under 90 days in my opinion.
I didn't see the cost of groceries. Since the total was $2,648, and everything else totaled $2,402, I figure the groceries were $246? Is that right? As a solo traveler, everything but the accommodations can be cut in half, and I am guessing 75% of the cost of transportation (taxis are the same, but ferries are per person). All together, then, I am guessing $2,037 for a solo traveler. By the way, back in 1989 I got scammed in Brindisi. It still bothers me....
What peaceful beach are you sitting on during this video? It looks so relaxing. Thank you for the Italy information. One of my favorite countries.
@@booklover555 yeah but it's not Italy.
@@dkeith-fc8hn assumed it wasn't Italy since they were talking about Italy in the past tense and said they returned to Albania after Italy.
@booklover555 Hi! Thanks for watching and commenting. We’re back in Southeast Asia, this time on the beautiful beach of Koh Samui. It's great to be back in a place where meals cost just $1-2, and the food is not only delicious but also healthy!
Hi, where is your Lecce video? You guys never uploaded any?
Is it comfortable and scenic to visit these cities in December?
December can be a lovely time to visit Bari, Monopoli, Polignano, Alberobello, Lecce, and Brindisi! The weather is generally mild, with average daytime temperatures around 10-15°C (50-59°F), though evenings can feel quite chilly, especially with coastal winds.
In terms of scenic beauty, the towns are less crowded than during peak tourist months, allowing for a more intimate experience, especially in picturesque towns like Polignano a Mare, where you can enjoy the dramatic cliffs and views without the high season crowds. Alberobello's trulli houses look especially charming in winter, and there may even be Christmas markets that add to the charm.
Just be aware that in smaller towns like Monopoli, some restaurants and shops may have limited hours in the off-season, but larger cities like Bari and Lecce will still have plenty open.
QIang eats to much she looks pretty healthy
@@jaglazzarinim2558 Thank you ☺️
So 2 people on 2400 so 1200 per person
For geography purposes. Rome and south of Rome is considered the south. The whole country is a peninsula shaped like a boot but not referred to as a boot.Tne north generally is any part north of Rome so anything above that is considered the northern part of Italy. Italians do not refer to their country as a boot the south of Italy will do when referring to the South so Barry is not so Bari is not north of the boot it's just in the Adriatic side in the south. Tapas I believe is Spanish for their dishes Italians refer to theirs as Piatti first plate second plate
Thanks for sharing. 🥰🌻
Traveling 7 years together - no ring yet? She’s obviously a keeper.
Thank you so much for the kind words! 😊 We’ve shared so many adventures together over the past 7 years, and it’s been an incredible journey. Actually, I did make a video all about the ring-hope you’ll check it out! Thanks for being part of our journey! 😘 ua-cam.com/video/57Z9gS8TpDk/v-deo.htmlsi=UdbLHjcDe4H8fGqQ
@@HoboVenturesyou are beatiful and amazing
Why Do You Call This Slow Travel ???!!! It's Not Slow Anymore.
Hello Mickey! Long time no see! 😍😍😍
Italy is not Eastern Europe😂 Bulgaria and Romania are. Why are you promoting Italy while enjoying a beach in Vietnam 😅
Thanks for the comment! 😊 We're actually taking a short break from our Eastern Europe trip before continuing our travels in Europe. Right now, we're sharing some of our Italy travel costs to give everyone an idea of what to expect there. We've just wrapped up an amazing 6-month journey through Europe, Western Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Balkans, so stay tuned for more reports on those destinations too.