A recent survey by a flight comparison site has found that while Spain and the USA remain the top two most popular holiday destinations for Brits, Italy is a solid third place. As summer hits, Brits everywhere will be feverishly searching the internet and their local travel agency for top deals, and Italy is sure to be among the most desired destinations.
Summer is slowly commencing in the UK, and despite the tough economic times, many will still be willing to spend on holidays. Italy, with its beautiful cities, amazing food and abundance of culture and historical sites, will definitely be seeing its fair share of tourists from the British isles this summer.
Among the top destinations in Italy is of course its capital city of Rome. Most go to see the Coliseum, the Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps, among other historical sites. However the city is also full of amazing food, art and of course wine.
Naples, to the south of the country, is another popular Italian destination, despite its recent negative headlines concerning the garbage crisis and the Mafia. The capital of Campania is the third largest city in Italy and one of its most picturesque, nestled on the Mediterranean Sea.
Of course for beauty few cities in Europe can match Florence, which for this reason is also one of the most visited places in the country. The capital of Tuscany is full of historical sites and beautiful Renaissance architecture. It is also one of the top cities for fashion in the world.
Once in Italy, due to the strength of the pound against the Euro, Brits will find their spending power has been multiplied and may even be able to afford some top Italian fashion. Bargain Italian holidays can be found easily on the internet, especially through travel sites like Thomas Cook and others.
