The Italy Route

Alternatively, there are numerous direct flights from German airports to all the larger cities, flight time usually 1.5–2.5 hrs. Within the country the rail network is well developed, especially between the major cities in the north and center, but in tight coastal towns like along the Amalfi Coast I preferred taking the bus and ferry rather than my own car.

In tourist hotspots like the Amalfi Coast, booking early pays off, especially in high season. It's also worth checking amenity details like air conditioning, at two of my accommodations, in Rome and at the Cascate del Mulino, the air conditioning was broken or missing entirely, which was quite noticeable on hot August days.

For the coastal towns, swimwear and comfortable sandals for pebble beaches are worthwhile. An adapter isn't necessary for travelers from Germany, since Italy mostly uses the same sockets (Type C/F), though Type L also appears in some older buildings.

Liability insurance is mandatory for every drone, whether used privately or commercially, and depending on the weight class you need an EU drone license, which is recognized across all EU countries. The minimum age for drone pilots is 16. In historic city centers like Rome or Florence, near airports, and in nature reserves such as certain beaches or national parks, drone flights are usually prohibited or allowed only with a permit, so it's always worth checking the current rules before takeoff.