<B>Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you <I>really </I>need to know when traveling through Italy. </B><B>From the Mediterranean to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, experience it all with Rick Steves! Inside <I>Rick Steves Italy</I> you'll find:</B><ul><li><B>Fully updated, comprehensive coverage </B>for planning a <B>multi-week trip</B> to Italy</li><li><B>Rick's strategic advice</B> on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites</li><li><B>Top sights and hidden gems, </B>from the Colosseum and Michelangelo's David to corner trattorias and that perfect scoop of gelato</li><li><B>How to connect with local culture: </B>Walk in Caesar's footsteps through the ruins of the Forum, discover the relaxed rhythms of sunny Cinque Terre, or chat with fans about the latest soccer match (<I>calcio</I>, to locals)</li><li><B>Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps</B> with Rick'