logo
episode-header-image
Jun 24
32m 37s

Cars and Driving | Italian for Travelers...

Postcards from Italy Podcast
About this episode

In today’s episode, we learn all about driving in Italy and follow Kristi as she rents a car and stops for directions. Elisa also helps us decode Italian road signs and driving rules in Italy.

But to get the most out of Italian for Travelers, head to our website and subscribe to our premium online course. You’ll get:

  • A phone-friendly & clickable PDF of all our mini-glossaries ← the perfect travel buddy for Italian learners!
  • Full episodes (we only stream a portion of our conversations!)
  • Dialogue transcripts
  • Listen-and-repeat audio glossaries (no banter, just vocabulary to practice your pronunciation)
  • Practice lessons 
  • … and so much more!

www.PostcardsFromItalyPodcast.com 

Live La Dolce Vita glamor... without all the grammar :-) 

Up next
Aug 19
Shopping in Boutiques | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep18
In today’s episode, we talk about the beautiful things money *can* buy in Italy’s department stores, artisanal shops and boutiques. Elisa also shares tips about typical store hours, VAT refunds and lots of vocabulary so you can literally shop til you drop all your Euros!But to ge ... Show More
25m 52s
Aug 12
Beaches, Bikes, Hikes and Spas in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep17
In today’s episode, we head outdoors to the beach, hiking trails, bike paths, spas and more, experiencing Italy beyond its food, art and churches. Elisa also teaches us how to relax like an Italian and enjoy Italy’s famous beach culture and hot springs.But to get the most out of ... Show More
29m 56s
Aug 5
Museums, Landmarks and Sightseeing in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep16
In today’s episode, we learn about visiting cultural landmarks and etiquette for enjoying the art, history and natural beauty of Italy, from its museums to its churches. Elisa also teaches us how to talk about what we see, as well as tips about tickets, opening hours, tours and g ... Show More
27m 35s
Recommended Episodes
Mar 2025
Clip "Italian Words That Mean Something Different in the U.S. and Italy" from Episode 7
This clip is from Episode 7: "Tips for Learning Italian - Make Friends and Find a Job in Italy, Avoid Apartment Hunting Nightmares, and Embrace the Italian Culture" Find the full episode here: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube In the full episode, Roberto Cittadini, an Italian teach ... Show More
3m 52s
Jan 2025
168: Common Italian Words That Are Actually English
There are loads of Italian words that are actually English. See how they’re used in travel, tech, entertainment, and more, plus tips on how to pronounce them the Italian way. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.onlin ... Show More
12m 36s
Apr 2025
179: Why Can’t I Speak Italian Yet? (And How to Fix It!)
If you're learning Italian but feel like you can’t speak it yet, you’re not the only one. Here you have simple fixes to help you speak Italian more confidently. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-scho ... Show More
11m 32s
Oct 2024
158: The most important Italian irregular verbs: 17 you should know
Learn essential Italian irregular verbs and how to use them in everyday conversations. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflan ... Show More
15m 29s
Mar 2025
178: 8 Italian Slang Words You’ll Actually Hear in Italy
_Learn the slang words Italians use everyday, from wishing good luck, to showing you’re annoyed, so you can follow real Italian conversations. _ Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subscribe to ... Show More
14m 55s
Apr 2025
#188: Italian Vocabulary for Jobs and Occupations
In this episode, we explore essential Italian vocabulary for talking about jobs and occupations. Learn how to describe your profession in Italian. Start learning Italian today! 1. Explore more simple Italian lessons: https://italianmatters.com/1882. Download the Italian Verb Conj ... Show More
7m 22s
Oct 2024
160: Andare (To go): Learn This Important Italian verb
"Andare" is used all the time in Italian—it’s hard to speak to Italians without it! Learn its present, past, and future tenses for everyday conversations. Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Sub ... Show More
11m 44s
Oct 2019
CBI Mag 1.08 | A Carnevale ogni scherzo vale
In this episode of the Coffee Break Magazine we're heading to the north of Italy to the town of Ivrea, known for its peculiar way of celebrating Carnevale. Our listener's question in this episode comes from Zack and concerns the tricky word mica which seems to pepper the conversa ... Show More
34m 38s
Sep 2019
CBI Mag 1.06 | Ti viene voglia di ballare?
It's time for a new episode of the Coffee Break Italian Magazine and in this episode Francesca and Mark talk about their summer breaks and where they travelled to. The text for this episode focuses on the traditional Italian dance, la Tarantella, and there's an interesting questi ... Show More
28m 10s
Dec 2024
166: Learn Italian Fast in 2025: Your 3-Month Action Plan
Ready to get serious about your Italian? This structured plan will help you learn Italian fast and improve your conversation skills in just three months! Learn about our Online Italian School and get a free mini lesson every week: https://joyoflanguages.online/italian-school Subs ... Show More
10m 9s
Listen to millions of songs and podcasts on Anghami