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This Travel Notes page provides useful information about Calabria. From airport procedures to currency exchange it will tell you what to expect to make your vacation smooth and worry free.
Base Manager
Davide Forte
Address
Sailitalia/The Moorings
Via Marina del Vescovado
89861 Tropea (VV), Italy
Hours of Operation
Saturday: 9:30am - 7:30pm or until last embarkation
Sunday: 9:00 am /12:00pm in case of embarkation
Base Facilities
Your comfort is assured by extensive facilities including laundromats, hotel, restaurant, public phones, bank and fuel.
Base Map
How to Get There
Lamezia Terme Airport is approximately 50km from the Base. By car, the journey to the Base is about one hour. You can also travel to the town of Tropea, by train. Lamezia Terme Train station is 1.5km from the airport. From this station you can take a local train to Tropea. The journey takes approximately one hour and a ticket will cost approximately 3.50 euros. From the station of Tropea it is a five minute taxi ride to the Port.
Servicing Airlines
Alitalia
Air One
Alpieagles
My Way
Volare
Helvetic Airways
Due to the number of flights which we organise, the Moorings can offer some great rates to many destinations. Please make sure you contact your Vacation Planning Specialist before you book your flights.
Customs / Immigration Information
Passports are required by all visitors to Italy, except for citizens of the following countries, who may enter Italy with a National Identity Card: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Portugal, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. No visas are required for stays of less than 90 days.
Airport
Lamezia Terme airport
Airport Transfers
Transfers can be arranged in advance. Download transfer forms from moorings.com.
Arrival / Departure Procedure
Embarkation: 3:00pm is the contractual time when you can board your boat.
Briefing Times: Boat & Chart briefings are scheduled in the afternoon after boarding around 4:00 – 6:00pm.
All head charterers are required to attend the briefings.
Disembarkation: Return to the base: 5:00pm is the contracted time when the boat must be returned and ready for debriefing and checks. Disembarkation is at 8:00am the following day.
Late Arrival Procedure
The Base personnel wait for you until 9:00pm. After 9:00pm, you will find an information sign at our reception office with a message for you indicating your yacht's name and berth. Your boat will be open and indicated by a sign with your name. The boat's equipment will be ready for the night. The Base personnel will be available the next day from 9:00 am.
Taxes / Departure Tax
There is no departure tax payable.
Taxi
Tel:39 96341490
Car Rental
Driving licenses and other traffic documents valid in other countries are recognized in Italy. Distances are indicated in kilometer ( 1 km = 0.621 miles).
An international insurance certificate is required for citizens from non-EC countries.
The wearing of seat belts in front and rear seats is obligatory.
An appropriate harness system is obligatory for children from 2 to 12 years of age.
Traffic drives on the right. Road signs are international.
Many petrol stations are closed 12-3 pm.
Visitors are advised to check locally about exact opening times.
Parking
Inside the Port of Tropea there is car parking for about 200 cars. Depending on the time of year, the cost ranges between €3 to €5 per day. Parking should be arranged with your Agent beforehand.
Area: 301,340 sq km
Population: 58,126,212
Capital city: Rome
People: Italian (includes small clusters of German-, French-, and Slovene-Italians in the north and Albanian-Italians and Greek-Italians in the south)
Language: Italian (official), German (parts of Trentino-Alto Adige region are predominantly German speaking), French (small French-speaking minority in Valle d'Aosta region), Slovene (Slovene-speaking minority in the Trieste-Gorizia area)
Religion: Roman Catholic, other (includes mature Protestant and Jewish communities and a growing Muslim immigrant community)
Government: Republic
Major industries: tourism, machinery, iron and steel, chemicals, food processing, textiles, motor vehicles, clothing, footwear, ceramics
Tipping: This is a matter of personal discretion. Although bills normally include a service charge, it is customary to tip in restaurants and other places that cater to tourists. You may use the following as a guideline: Porters: 50¢ per bag; Waiter/Waitress: $1.00 per person; Chamber Maid: 50¢ per person, per day; Bus Driver: $3.00 per person, per day; Group Tour Guide: $6-7 per person, per day; Private Car Tour Guide: $10 - $15 per person, per day.
Currency: Euro
Electricity: voltage 230V/50Hz (European or Italian plug)
Time: UTC/GMT +1 hour. Daylight saving time: +1 hour
Festivals & Holidays
1 January: New Year's Day
6 January: The Epiphany
25 April: Liberation day
1 May: Labour Day
2 June: Anniversary of the Republic
15 August: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin
1 November: All Saints' Day
7 November: World War 1 Victory Anniversary Day
8 december: Immaculate Conception
25 December: Christmas Day
26 December: St Stephen's Day
| Moveable Public Holidays | 2011 | 2012 |
| Good Friday | 22 April | 6 April |
| Easter | 24 April | 8 April |
| Easter Monday | 25 April | 9 April |
| Whit Monday | 13 June | 28 May |
Some Major Events
* January - Fair of Sant'Orso in Aosta
* February - Feast of the almond-blossom in Agrigento
* February/March - Carnival in Venice, Viareggio and Ivrea
* March/April - "Scoppio del carro" in Florence
* May - Candle race in Gubbio ;Cavalcata sarda" in Sassari ;Maggio musicale" in Florence
* May/June - "Festival of the Two Worlds" in Spoleto
* June - Flower festival in Genzano
* July - "Palio" horserace in Siena; ;Festa del Redentore" in Venice;Umbria Jazz"
* August - Quintana tournament in Ascoli Piceno in Siena ana tournament in Arezzo
* August/September - "Settimane musicali" in Stesa al & Opera seasons in Milan and Verona
* September - Historical regatta in Venice; Chess Game in Marostica; Palio in Asti; National Cinema Festival in Venice
* October - Grape feast in Merano
* November - Feast of the Madonna della Salute in Venice
* December - Franciscan crib in Greccio
Hotels
Hotel Villa Antica ****
Hotel Borgo di Riaci ****
Hotel Roccanettuno ****
Hotel Umberto ***
Hotel Orizzonte Blu ***
Le Roccette Mare & Club ***
Restaurants
Il Normanno
Antico Borgo
L’approdo di Ulisse
La Pergola
Osteria del Pescatore
Tre Fontane
Post Office
Post Office:The post office is located in the town of Tropea and you will need a taxi to get there. The Post Office is open from Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 1:30pm and Saturdays from 8.00 am - 12.00 pm.
Internet Connectivity
Most hotels offer wireless internet access (Wifi) in at least one public space, such as the lobby or lounge.
Tourist Information Centres
Valentour, Tropea – Tel: + 39 0963 62100 – Website: ww.valentour.it
Banks
Opening hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am-1:30pm
Saturdays: 8:30am - 1:00pm (during the summer months only)
Cash Machine operational 24 hours a day.
Currencies / Money Exchange
Currency Exchange: You can exchange currency and travelers checks in Italy at most major banks, airports, large hotels, or at one of the many money exchange centers. Generally, banks will give you better rates - so check around.
Diving
In order to save you from carrying extra luggage, The Moorings provides snorkeling equipment: flippers, mask and snorkel for your use. The equipment is stored in the office. Just ask the customer service representative for the sizes needed for you and your crew.
BIG SUR DIVING - Email: info@bigsurdiving.com - Tel: 3920464475
Marina Information
Tropea Marina has an office, shopping area, an open-air theater inside the marina. The new base office is only 40 metres from the yachts and has excellent reception, briefing and storage areas.
Electricity Information
Electricity in Italy is 220 volts, 50 cycles alternating current (AC). For comparison, in the United States it is 110 volts, 60 cycle AC current. Regardless of voltage, if your appliance has flat prongs, you will need a plug adapter: Italian sockets are designed to accept round prongs. Do get one before your leave!
Marina Prices
Sail Italia/Moorings has reserved berths in the Marina, just a short walk from the SailItalia/Moorings Office.Your first and last night moorings are complimentary.
All other nights are at customer’s expense and subject to availability. Payment details will be confirmed at the Base.
Sailing Area restrictions
Restricted Zones
Information will be given at time of briefing.
Cruising Information
Information will be given at time of briefing.
Interesting Sites
Please visit the Itinerary Page for more of the best places to visit on your trip. While you are in Calabria take the opportunity to visit these other cultural attractions.
The Chapel of Santa Maria dell’Isola, situated right on the cliff above the sea, can be reached by a winding path from the beach. Visit the church and do not miss the garden that offers breath-taking views of the sea from above – also because of its hidden terraces and panoramic benches.
The Museum of Traditional Trades of Calabria – The various churches, palaces and decorated front doors are free to be discovered in every corner of the town. Just walk around in the shade of the late afternoon and enjoy the lost feeling of ancient history in every stone, the voices of the present being mixed with those of the past and if you are lucky you will discover the special feeling of time never moving that is particularly strong in the enchanted town of Tropea.
Moorings Provisioning
If you don't want to spend your holiday in supermarkets or buying food, Moorings offers a fantastic range of Food and Drinks packages which can be pre-ordered and will be on your boat when you arrive.
Supermarkets
The large supermarkets are located in the town of Tropea and you will need a taxi to get there at approximately 20 Euros each way.
Travel Insurance
Moorings offers 'Charter Care' which is a comprehensive travel insurance scheme for your complete peace of mind. If you have your own travel insurance, please make sure that it covers all of the destinations and activities of your Moorings vacation.
Vaccination and Immunization Information
Italy is generally risk-free of contagious disease.
At time of publication, an International Vaccination Certificate is not mandatory.
Clients wanting more information on vaccinations and immunizations should contact:
The Centers for Disease Control's International Travelers' Hotline in the USA at 404-332-4559. Detailed traveler's advice on traveling abroad can also be found at www.cdc.gov/travel/index.htm. This website is in English.
For Americans, useful information on medical emergencies abroad, including overseas insurance programs, is provided in the Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs brochure Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad, available via the Bureau of Consular Affairs home page or autofax: (202) 647-3000.
Medical Information
In general for any person traveling abroad the following suggestions can be made:
Take personal protective measures against insects.
Drink only bottled beverages (including water) or beverages made with boiled water.
Do not use ice cubes or eat raw seafood or rare meat.
Eat well-cooked foods while they are still hot and fruits that can be peeled without contamination.
Avoid roadside stands and street vendors.
Only pasteurized dairy products should be consumed.
Emergency Information
Police & General Emergency: 113
Fire, disasters: 11
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