The “boot shaped” country of Italy is located in Southern Europe and has borders in the north with France, Austria, Switzerland and Slovenia.
The Adriatic Sea is on the calf of the boot, Ionion Sea on the sole and the Tyrrenhian Sea on its shin.
The mountain range of the Alps is in the north while the Apennine mountain range forms the backbone of the country.
The population of Italy is approximately 60 million with the capital city, Rome, having a population of 3.5 million.

Tourists travel to Italy for its diverse climate, rich culture, history and to visit the famous ruins.

Winters in the Apennines and Alps can be cold and long with the skiing season lasting from December to April.

Car rental is readily available throughout the year with over 190 pick up points but it may be advisable to reserve your vehicle early if you intend to travel in the busy months of July and August.