By Robin Locker

There are those of you who love learning a new language, and those who don’t.  Many travelers heading to Italy have no desire to learn the language and think everyone will just speak English anyway, so what’s the point.

Personally, I am in the first camp, especially when it comes to learning Italian.  It’s just one of the most beautiful and melodic languages out there – I relish the opportunity to use it and learn more of it.

But I certainly understand those who don’t have the time or desire to tackle a new language.  But, I still think learning some beneficial Italian language phrases before traveling to Italy, is a good idea.  Here’s what I recommend:

1.  Learn Italian pleasantries. Yes (si) and No (no) are easy.  Hello and Goodbye... More...