Italian for Travelers
Learn the essentials — ordering, directions, greetings and polite phrases — so you can travel Reggio Calabria with confidence and a smile.
What you’ll learn
Short, practical modules focused on real situations: arriving, eating, shopping, asking for help, and making friends. No grammar overload — just the phrases you need.
Format
Micro-lessons (5–15 minutes), printable phrase sheets, audio pronunciation clips, and tips from local guides.
Who it’s for
Perfect for first-time visitors, families, cruise passengers on a shore day, and anyone who wants to connect with locals beyond gestures.
Essentials — greetings & polite phrases
- Ciao — Hi / Bye (informal)
- Buongiorno — Good morning / Good day
- Buonasera — Good evening
- Per favore — Please
- Grazie / Grazie mille — Thank you / Thanks a lot
- Scusa / Scusi — Excuse me (informal / formal)
Practical — eating & ordering
- Un caffè, per favore — One coffee, please
- Il conto, per favore — The bill, please
- Sono allergico/a alle noci — I’m allergic to nuts
- Consiglia qualcosa di tipico? — Can you recommend something local?
Directions & transport
- Dov’è la stazione? — Where is the station?
- Quanto costa un taxi fino al porto? — How much is a taxi to the port?
- Mi può chiamare un taxi? — Can you call me a taxi?
Useful survival sentences
- Non parlo molto bene l’italiano — I don’t speak Italian very well
- Parla inglese? — Do you speak English?
- Mi aiuti, per favore — Please help me
Mini lesson: Ordering gelato (5 min)
- Approach the counter and say: “Un gelato piccolo, per favore” (A small gelato, please).
- If you want two flavours: “Due gusti: stracciatella e pistacchio”.
- When paying, say: “Posso pagare con carta?” (Can I pay by card?).
Tip: Italians love enthusiasm—smile and try a phrase; it’s always appreciated.
Ready to practice?
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One-hour private mini-class
Want a focused, private session with a local teacher? We arrange 1-hour conversational classes tailored to your itinerary.
From €45 per person (private or small groups). Contact us for availability.
FAQ
Are materials free?
Yes — printable phrase sheets and short audio clips are free after signing up.
Can I request Italian for specific topics?
Absolutely — we can create mini-lessons for food allergies, medical needs, or business phrases on request.
