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MILAN AN INSIDER'S GUIDE TO
A city often overlooked, Milan is Italy’s fashion capital and home to two cultural must-sees, the world’s largest Gothic cathedral and Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper. Guests on Uniworld’s 10-day "Gems of Northern Italy" and 15-day "Splendors of Italy" itineraries will spend two nights in this cosmopolitan metropolis. In celebration of these newly expanded and enhanced cruise/tours, we’ve put together a brief list of travel facts and tips that will come in handy in Milan. Prego!
WHAT TO W E A R Italians are famous for their sophistication and style, and their art, design and fashion, and that’s particularly true of Milan. Gucci, Prada, Armani, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana all have their headquarters here, and during the twice-a-year Milan Fashion Week, fashion industry experts and A-list celebrities flock to the city to see the latest trends. The easiest way to dress like an Italian is to shop like one, and that’s certainly easy to do in Milan. The city has one main shopping area—the Quadrilatero d’Oro (Golden Rectangle)—and 9
you’ll also want to visit Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a huge glass-roofed arcade lined with pricey shops, bars and restaurants. Look carefully at the floor mosaics, which feature symbols of various Italian cities. Not sure what to pack? Just keep in mind Italians tend to be less casual than Americans, opting for well-tailored clothing and high quality shoes. Even at leisure, you won’t find Italians in shorts or sneakers; think trousers and a crisp shirt for men, a skirt or dress for women, a light sweater draped over the shoulders and tied just so. Effortless Italian style.
