Jul
20
2007
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Scooting around Rome

So how about renting one and have some fun driving around Rome. If you have never ridden a scooter before then go somewhere quiet first to learn how to. It is really great when you get the hang of it and once you have driven on one of these in traffic you wont want to drive anything else.

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Its great when you are driving inbetween the cars and racing all the other scooters. Well don’t go too fast until you know what you are doing. I was a passenger on my friends scooter and she has been driving it for years so she has loads of experience.

The most common type of scooter is the 125 cc. Its popular because its small but powerful and fast enough in the traffic and it can take a passenger as long as the person isn’t too big. You also don’t have to have a seperate license for a scooter a normal car license will do as long as you are intending to use a 125cc or smaller.

Another friend of mine also gave me some advice about the size of the tyres on the scooter. The bigger they are the more comfortable the bike will be and it will be higher off the ground which will make the bike easier to manouvre and to turn. The cobblestones can also make for a bumpy ride so make sure your scooter has a good suspension too.

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Obviously the most well known and loved is the Vespa. However there are now plenty of different makes to choose from. The most popular seem to be Piaggio, Honda and Yamaha. There are even some new off road looking scooters. They have two wheels at the front and one at the back. It looks really weird but I honestly think its a gimmick and that it doesn’t make a difference anyway. You have to stay awake however as Roman traffic is quite fast and usually aggressive. Look out for pedestrians and watch out for cyclists too and the odd little old lady that doesn’t see you when she is crossing the road or taking a sharp turn in her car.

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So get your helmet put on your shades and start your engine. You definetly won’t forget this experience and if you live off adrenaline then its all the more better just use your noggin and make sure you know what you are doing.

 

Apr
03
2007
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Rome Transport – Airports – Metro – Buses Metro (underground train)

- Airports – Metro – Buses Metro (underground train)

In Rome the Metro is the fastest form transportation around the city. The main Station in Rome for both Metro and Railway services is Termini. The railway platform has been in use since 1864, The Termini Railway Station is situated in the centre of the city of Rome and is open from 4 am to 1 am (underground train)In Rome the Metro is the fastest form transportation around the city. The main Station in Rome for both Metro and Railway services is Termini. The railway platform has been in use since 1864, The Termini Railway Station is situated in the and is open from 4 am to 1 amFrom termini station you are able to travel to any part of Italy. For your stay in central rome Yes hotel,  check the price

In Rome the Metro is the fastest form transportation around the city. The main Station in Rome for both Metro and Railway services is Termini. The railway platform has been in use since 1864, The Termini Railway Station is situated in the and is open from 4 am to 1 amFrom termini station you are able to travel to any part of Italy. For your, check the priceto simplify things even more, there is only two lines in Rome, Line A (Red Line) and Line B (Blue Line)

Termini Station is connect to both lines. Trains Run approximately every 10 minutes, Termini station is surrounded by many amazing hotels such as Hotel Des Artistes which is only 10 minute walk from the station. There is a Non-Stop train Service for the transport from the Fiumicino Airport to the Roma Termini and back.

Buses For those who are new to Italy, you may find that the procedure may be a little different, especially those who are travelling from the UK. All journey tickets must be purchased prior before boarding and validate it once upon.For those who are new to Italy, you may find that the procedure may be a little different, especially those who are travelling from the UK. All journey tickets must be purchased prior before boarding and validate it once upon.You must purchase your single or return ticket(s) from a tobacconist who can be found on the high streets or in the station. Tickets cost as little as one Euro, which will permit you for duration of 75 minutes.

For those who are new to Italy, you may find that the procedure may be a little different, especially those who are travelling from the UK. All journey tickets must be purchased prior before boarding and validate it once upon. You must purchase your single or return ticket(s) from a tobacconist who can be found on the high streets or in the station. Tickets cost as little as one Euro, which will permit you for duration of 75 minutes. Airports There are two international airports in Rome, “Ciampino” and “Fiumicino”. There are two international airports in Rome, “Ciampino” and “Fiumicino”.Fiumicino is about 30 km southwest of town. There is a non stop daily train from Fiumicino to Termini station which takes approximately 30minutes.

There are two international airports in Rome, “Ciampino” and “Fiumicino”.Fiumicino is about 30 km southwest of town. There is a non stop daily train from Fiumicino to Termini station which takes approximately 30minutes.Ciampino is 15 km southeast of the town, there is a regional bus line “COTRAL” which has coaches leaving every 30 mins which will take you to the centre of Rome.

For those who are new to Italy, you may find that the procedure may be a little different, especially those who are travelling from the UK. All journey tickets must be purchased prior before boarding and validate it once upon.You must purchase your single or return ticket(s) from a tobacconist who can be found on the high streets or in the station. Tickets cost as little as one Euro, which will permit you for duration of 75 minutes. There are two international airports in Rome, “Ciampino” and “Fiumicino”. Fiumicino is about 30 km southwest of town. There is a non stop daily train from Fiumicino to Termini station which takes approximately 30minutes.Ciampino is 15 km southeast of the town, there is a regional bus line “COTRAL” which has coaches leaving every 30 mins which will take you to the centre of Rome.

Written by Xtine71 in: Transportation in Rome |
Mar
29
2007
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