Milano
Milano, also known as Milan, is a bustling city located in northern Italy. It is renowned for its fashion, design, and finance industries, making it a top destination for business and leisure travelers alike. The city is also renowned for its art and culture, boasting world-class museums such as the Pinacoteca di Brera and the Museo del Novecento. Milano is a shopper's paradise, with high-end boutiques and designer stores lining the streets of the city's fashion district, Quadrilatero della Moda. Whether you're looking to explore the city's rich history, indulge in fashion and design, or simply soak up the vibrant atmosphere, Milano has something to offer everyone
Tipping.
Restaurants and bars- tipping is not essential in Milan, but it is appreciated.
Taxi- Milan taxi drivers don't expect a tip, so if you tip them, they may be surprised.
Hotels- There's no requirement to tip any hotel staff, although you can give a few euros if you receive good service.
Lingo in Amsterdam.
You can get through your trip in Milan with knowing English however knowing a few Italian phrases and words are a huge help especially when getting around the city. So lucky for you, we got you covered. Here’s a couple phrases to help you get by.
General lingo.
Buon giorno= Good morning
Buonasera= Good afternoon
Ciao! Ciao!= Bye! Bye!
Grazie = Thank you
Arrivederci! = Goodbye (informal)
Ciao = Hello
Eating out/ shopping lingo.
Parla inglese? = Do you speak English?
Dov’è il museo? = Where is the Museum?
Posso guardare? May I just look?
Quanto costa? = How much?
Fammi un prezzaccio! = Cmon! give me a good deal
Get your flirt on!
Ciao bella! = Hello beautiful
Prendiamo un caffè insieme? = Would you like a coffee?
Posso offrirti qualcosa da bere? = Can I get you a drink?
Posso offrirti qualcosa da bere? = Can I get you a drink?
Il tuo post su Instagram mi è piaciuto! = I liked your post on Instagram
Mi manchi tantissimo! = I miss you so much
Transport from Milan Airport.
There are 4 ways to get from Milan Airport to city center - by bus, taxi , train and private transfer.
Bus.
There are buses leaving the airports regularly so getting one is not an issue. You can get a ticket from the stand and be in the city within minutes. Although there are different companies the fares are no different all ranging from 5 to 10 euros.
Train.
Daily trains can be found at the terminals you will need to take a look at the schedule and fares accordingly.
Taxi.
Taxis can easily be found outside both terminals and have a fixed fare of about 90 euros to the city center.
Private transfer.
A private transfer is booked in advance and is a comfortable ride to the city. The fare can be around 90 euros or more depending on the distance.
Best time to travel.
The best times to visit Milan are April to May or September to October.
