Brazilians love visiting Italy, but many of them have misconceptions about the country. Some of these myths are close to the truth, while others are completely unfounded. Here are nine of them:
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1 - Italian restaurants charge for ice in the drink
Mito – Brazilians love ice in their drinks, but in Italy, it is less of a priority. There is usually no additional charge for ice in drinks, but you may need to order it separately.
2 - Italian homes don't have dryers
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Fact (mostly) – Clothes dryers are rare in Italy. People prefer to dry clothes outdoors, enjoying the sun.
3 - McDonald's is healthier in Italy
Fact (in part) – McDonald's uses different ingredients based on the country. The Big Mac in Italy is slightly healthier than in Brazil, with fewer calories, salt and fat.
4 - Italians drive small cars
Mito (less and less): Although you can imagine small cars on Italian streets, like the Fiat 500 for sale , SUV sales surpassed sedans in 2021, indicating a change in Italian preferences.
5 - There are no free public bathrooms
Fact (mostly) – You generally have to pay to use public bathrooms in Italy. Cafes and bars are places where you can find free toilets when you buy something.
6 - In Italy there is no air conditioning
Fact (in part) – About half of Italian homes had air conditioning in 2021, but it is less common than other European countries. Many Italians avoid air conditioning due to health concerns.
7 - Coca-Cola tastes different in Italy
Fact – Coca-Cola has different ingredients in some countries, resulting in a slightly different taste. In Italy, the regular version uses cane sugar, while in other countries, corn syrup is used.
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8 - No need to tip
Fact – It is not necessary to tip after a meal in Italy, but some people leave some change if the service was excellent.
9 - All cars are manual
Fact (mostly) – In Italy, there are still many cars with manual transmissions, although the popularity of automatics is increasing, especially among SUVs.
While these myths may persist, understanding the realities of Italy helps visitors better enjoy their stay in the country.
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