If the theater begins with a coat rack, then each country for tourists - from the airport. And the main Italian "hanger" is the airport of Fiumicino, or Leonardo da Vinci. It is named after a small town (30 km from Rome), in which, in fact, it is located.
Fiumicino
The main Italian airport offers its passengers many services. In order for potential tourists to navigate, consider the most significant:
- The working hours of the left-luggage office are from 6.30 to 23.30. Location - terminal No. 3 (arrival area). You can only order the help of a suitcase carrier at the information desk counter. For one bag or suitcase you have to pay 6 euros per day.
- The post office is located in the building of the first terminal. Opening hours - on weekdays from 8.30 to 15.30.
- ATMs, banks and exchange offices are located in the building of each terminal. Signs of airport schemes will help you in your search.
- You will find the medical center in the terminal at number 3 in the bus parking lot. The working hours are around the clock. If you are looking for over-the-counter pharmacies, then they operate in terminals numbered 3 and 5.
- There are 3 smoking rooms in the airport building. Two of them are in T3, and the third is in T1 after security control.
- The total number of mother and child rooms is 3. Each is equipped with a changing table and cots.
- VAT refund is carried out at the office located in the building of the first terminal.
- The flags of the countries installed on each table will help you navigate the search for information service services.
- There are many car rental agencies at the airport. You can rent a transport in Fiumicino, and return it at the agreed place. This is convenient for people arriving in Rome, but living in another city.
- It is necessary to order the organization of passenger service with OVZ two days before departure.
- The airport has a business center, free Wi-Fi, a lost property office, and special prayer rooms.
- An airport map hangs at every turn. Also, near each terminal there is a person answering any questions asked, including "stupid" ones.
- The airport has the main office of Alitalia Airlines.
How to save on a trip from Fiumicino to Rome
On the eve of summer vacation, many want to save on foreign trips, and "in great secret" I want to share one little trick. A ticket from the airport to the city ordered on the Trinitalia website will cost you at least 10 euros, and you will have to pay at least 60 euros for a taxi. Expensive, isn't it?
To pay for the whole trip a little cheaper, divide the route into 2 stages: buy a ticket from Fiumicino (Fiumicino Airport) to the next station - Parco Leonardo, and then to the main station of Rome - Tiburtina.
General information and flights of Alitalia Airlines
Aliatalia is Italy's largest airline. If you want to see the beauties of Rome, Milan, Florence, it is recommended that you purchase a ticket in "Alitalia". According to our fellow citizens, the spirit and atmosphere of Italy will meet you already in the cabin. In Moscow, Alitalia Airlines is based at Sheremetyevo Airport. The headquarters is located in Fiumicino.
You can get from Russia to Italy by the following routes:
- Moscow - Pisa (3 times a week);
- St. Petersburg - Catania, Milan, Venice (1 time per week);
- Ekaterinburg - Rome;
- Rostov - Catania;
- Moscow - Rome;
- Samara - Venice.
As for the return flight, flights are made from 6 main airports of the country: Turin, Milan, Rome, Venetian, Naples and Catalan (Fontanarossa).
Alitalia and Emirates are long-standing partners, thanks to this, passengers have the opportunity to get to any airport in the world. The airline's route map covers more than 100 points.
Let's say a few words about the fleet of the Alitaliya company. There are various aircraft here: McDonnell, Airbus, Douglas, Boeing, Avro RJ-70 and Bombardier. Their total number is 155 units.
Baggage Allowance
Hand luggage should be no heavier than 8 kg and should correspond to the following dimensions: 55 cm in height, 25 cm in depth and 35 cm in width. You can also carry on board an aircraft only one of the following items: a bag, laptop, briefcase or pram.
Alitalia Airlines has banned the following items: copies of firearms, needles, pins, scissors, knives (stationery, pen, Swiss), agricultural tools, electronic tubes, cigars and cigarettes. The lighter is only allowed in the carry-on bag.
Checked baggage must not be heavier than 23 kg (economy class) or 32 kg (business class). Dimensions (height, width, depth) should be no more than 158 cm.
You can contact a company from Russia by phone: 007 (495) 22 111 30 (daily from 9 am to 7 pm), while in Italy: 89 20 10 (around the clock). The remaining numbers can be found on the official website.
Pet Carriage Rules
Airline "Alitalia" allows its customers to transport pets (cats, birds, dogs) in the cabin. But the weight of the pet should be no more than 10 kilograms.
During the flight, the transported animal must be in a special container, the dimensions of which must not exceed the established ones: 40X20X24 cm. The bottom of the container must be covered with an absorbent substance, and the material must be waterproof. He must also ventilate well so that the animal does not have a feeling of discomfort. The pet should fit completely and stand freely in the container. No more than 5 animals are allowed in one cage.
Payment for the pet is made separately and is not included in the total price and in the baggage allowance. Departing from Italy, you will have to pay 20 euros for an animal, in other cities in Europe and North Africa - 75, in the Middle East countries - 200, in the Middle Kingdom and Japan - since 2011 200 euros, in the Americas, Canada and Central African states - 200 dollars.
If there are no places for animals in the cabin, then transportation is carried out in the luggage compartment. The maximum weight of a pet can be no more than 75 kg. Payment is the same as in the case of transportation in the cabin.
National airline of Italy: recommendations for buying the cheapest flights
To purchase the lowest possible ticket, follow these tips:
- The price largely depends on the date of purchase: the sooner - the cheaper. It is better to purchase a ticket 3 months before the trip.
- Reviews of experienced tourists suggest that it is almost always more profitable to fly with transfers.
- On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, ticket prices are much lower.
- Participate in bonus programs.
- Some sites for the sale of tickets, with which Alitalia Airlines cooperates, offer their passengers up to 10% discount on hotel bookings.
- Before buying, always review the price dynamics, which makes it easy and convenient to compare.
Current promotions and bonus program
At the moment, Alitalia Airlines does not hold any shares, but sometimes the management is happy with air ticket sales with a 40% discount. Frequently flying passengers are entitled to take advantage of the Mille Miglia bonus program. Miles are earned for each flight with Skyteam flights, which can then be redeemed for an award ticket, change of service class, and much more.
Opinions of tourists
What do our compatriot tourists think of the Alitalia carrier? Airline reviews get mostly positive. During the flight, watching films about sunny Italy is offered. Particularly appreciated the colorful appearance of the flight attendants (not young, unfortunately for men).
The flight Moscow - Rome, according to reviews, almost always goes well, which can not be said about the return trip. Our breakfast was not particularly pleased with our tourists: yogurt, cheese slices and coffee. But this minus overlaps the availability of good wine, offered without restrictions.
Service at airports in Italy is a separate issue. Many complain that workers are slow, and their smooth movements are sometimes very annoying. But whoever says anything, Italy is a paradise where people enjoy life, stretch moments of pleasure and are in no hurry. Maybe we should take an example from them?