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Milan Linate Airport

IATA Code: LIN
Location: The airport is situated four miles (7km) from downtown Milan.
Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in September).
Contacts: Tel: +39 02 7485 2200 or +39 02 2810 6306.
Transfer between terminals: Linate Airport has one large terminal building, with arrivals on the ground floor and departures on the first floor; both of which are accessible by foot.
Transfer to the city: Taxi: Taxis are available outside arrivals. Journey time to the city is 15-20 minutes and costs around EUR20; agree to a price before alighting. Bus: Bus number 73 runs from Linate Airport to Milan Piazza S. Babila every 10 minutes, between 6:05am and 12:55am, and at a cost of EUR1 per ticket. Alternatively, there is a bus that travels to Milan Central Station every 30 minutes between 6:05am and 11:45pm. All buses departing from Linate Airport, including those travelling to other destinations, depart from the area just outside arrivals.
Taxis: Taxi services are available outside the arrivals hall. The journey to the city centre costs between EUR15 and EUR25 and will take 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Shared taxis are available which can reduce the cost.
Car rental: Car rental companies at Linate Airport include Avis, EasyCar, Europcar, Hertz, Maggiore/National, Sixt and Thrifty, all of which have desks in the arrivals section.
Facilities: Money and communications: ATMs, currency exchange post office. Luggage: There are left luggage and lost and found facilities on the ground floor, as well as a baggage wrapping service at check-in. Porters are on standby to assist with handling luggage. Conference and business: There is a business centre open to all passengers on the ground floor. Club Sea's lounges offer exclusive access to Internet, telephone, media and video stations to all Club Sea members, while airlines provide executive lounges in domestic and international departures areas. Other facilities: Facilities include a pharmacy, first aid station, hair salon, laundry and chapel. Wi-fi: Wi-fi is available in the arrivals lounge, check-in and boarding lounge, in addition to various restaurants and bars. To gain access, users must have a subscription with any authorised operator, or purchase access time via the instructions presented on screen upon attempting to connect. Information: An airport information desk is located on the first floor in the departures area, while a tourist information desk is situated on the ground floor in arrivals. Shopping: With approximately 35 boutiques and shops, Linate Airport offers a fair amount of shopping options for its visitors. Popular fashion outlets include Boggi, Brooks Brothers, Calzedonia, Carpisa, Gallo, Ingram and Intimissimi, while shops stocking leather goods, gadgets and accessories include Mont Blanc, Piquadro, Swatch, Tosca Blu, to name a few. Food and Drink: Fifteen food and drink establishments offer a tasty selection of authentic Italian meals, snacks, desserts, coffees and wines. Venues include ACafč, Asia, Caviar House, Ciao, espressamente illy, Panino Giusto, Pizza Chef, Puro Gusto, Spizzico and the Wine and Food Restaurant. If you're in a rush, there is a McDonald's at check-in.
Parking: Parking comprises 4500 spaces. Short-term parking charges are EUR0.90 every 15 minutes, with a maximum daily charge of EUR26, while P1 and P2 charge EUR3.80 for 1 hour, EUR6 for 2 hours, EUR11 for 6 hours, EUR21 for 12 hours and EUR28 for 24 hours. PR1 and PRA offer slightly cheaper rates, with a maximum daily charge of EUR22.
Departure tax: All taxes and surcharges are included in ticket costs.
Website: www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/


Milan Malpensa International Airport

IATA Code: MXP
Location: The airport is located 28 miles (45km) north-west of Milan.
Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from the last Sunday in March to the Saturday before the last Sunday in September).
Contacts: Tel: +39 02 7485 2200 or +39 02 7485 3852.
Transfer between terminals: A shuttle bus service transports passengers between the two terminals every 20 minutes, which you can also use to get into the city.
Transfer to the city: Train: A train station is located in Terminal 1 and offers transport to the Milano Cadrona Station in central Milan. Travel time is 40 minutes and a one-way ticket costs EUR9, or EUR12 for a return. Taxi: Taxis are situated outside the arrivals hall. The duration of the trip into town is 45-60 minutes, depending on traffic, and the fare is between EUR70 and EUR80. Bus: Malpesa Bus Express buses run regularly (every 20-30 minutes during the day) from both terminals to Milan Central Station. The journey time is approximately 50 minutes and fare is EUR4.50 to EUR6.50.
Taxis: Metered taxis are available outside Arrivals and cost about EUR70 to central Milan, taking around 50 minutes. Ensure that the taxi has a sticker on the windscreen saying 'Taxi autorizzato per il servizio aeroportuale lombardo'. This denotes the metre is adjusted for the route and that you will pay the displayed fare. Reserve a taxi in advance by calling (0)3 293 890 448.
Car rental: Car rental companies at Milan Malpensa Airport include Auto Europa, Avis, Budget, easyCar.com, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto, Maggiore, Sixt, Targarent and Thrifty.
Facilities: Money and communications: ATMs, currency exchange post office. Luggage: There are left luggage facilities in Terminal 1 and a lost and found service. Conference and business: Numerous VIP airline lounges offer business facilities, including workstations, Internet and telephone access. A business centre in Terminal 1, Arrivals B, is open to all passengers. Facilities include Internet and telephone access, meeting rooms and a translation service. Other facilities: Facilities include medical centres, pharmacies and a chapel. Wi-fi: Wi-fi is available in the arrivals lounge, check-in and boarding lounge, in addition to various restaurants and bars. To gain access, users must have a subscription with any authorised operator, or purchase access time via the instructions presented on screen upon attempting to connect. Information: There are several information desks located throughout both terminals. Shopping: With approximately 35 retail outlets, including duty-free stores, you should find something to suit your needs and your budget. Popular shops include Emporio Armani, Bijoux Terner, BM 39, Boggi, Bottega Verde, Bric's, Brooks Brothers, Cerruti, Etro, Ferrari Shop, Furla, Gucci, Hudson News, Ingram and Less is More, to name a few. Food and Drink: Dining options range from snacks and fast foods to gourmet, Asian and, of course, Italian cuisine. Noteworthy venues include Briciole Bar Dolci e Salate, Ciao, Grill Gourmet, Harry's Bar, La Galleria, Mc Donald's, My Keby, Obika Mozzarella Bar, Pizza Chef, Sky Lounge and the Wine & Food Restaurant. Bars and cafés include ACafé, Gran Café, Moká and Time Café.
Parking: Parking at Milan Malpensa Airport comprises 9000 bays, split between the two terminals. P1 charges EUR4 per hour, with a maximum charge of EUR26 per day. P2 (long-term) charges EUR22 per day up to 4 days, after which a flat fee of EUR85 is charged for 10 days, and EUR8 per day thereafter.
Departure tax: None.
Website: www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/


Turin Caselle Airport

IATA Code: TRN
Location: 10 miles (16km) north of Turin
Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from the last Sunday in March to the Saturday before the last Sunday in September).
Contacts: +39 011 567 6378
Transfer to the city: The GTT railway has service directly to central Turin. There are regular buses to the city centre, which take approximately 40 minutes.
Taxis: There is a taxi rank located at the exit to the terminal. Taxis to Turin range EUR30-50 and take approximately 30 minutes.
Car rental: There are several car hire companies located in the car park, including Avis, Budget, Auto Europa, Europcar, Grimaldi, Hertz, LocautoRent, Maggiore, Sixt and Targarent.
Facilities: The terminal contains duty-free shopping, several restaurants and bars, a bank, baby changing facilities, first aid station, and tourist information centre.
Parking: There is a multi-storey car park located near the terminal. Short term parking is free up to 40 minutes, and rates vary from EUR3.5 per hour to EUR22 per day.
Departure tax: None
Website: www.aeroportoditorino.it/en/hp_en.html


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Milan

Sophistication reaches new levels in Milan. The financial and commercial centre of Italy, Milan attracts fashion fundis, opera lovers, the young, the beautiful and the bold. Shopping, eating and clubbing is serious business here - and it is no surprise that the city boasts the world's 'most beautiful shopping mall', the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Equally vying for admiration are the Milanese icons of La Scala Theatre (Teatro della Scala) and the Gothic Duomo, one of the world's largest churches. Milan's frenetic pace surges ahead in its drive towards progress, forsaking the lengthy siestas enjoyed in other parts of the country. The city's urban tentacles stretch for miles, although the significant historical attractions are contained between the two landmark sites - the Duomo and the Sforzesco Castle. These reside within the inner loop of the city's concentric design, which is split into four squares: Piazza Duomo, Piazza Cairoli, Piazza Cordusio and Piazza San Babila. The modern civic centre lies to the northwest, around Mussolini's colossal train station built in 1931. The skyline around here is dominated by skyscrapersm from which the sleek Pirelli Tower emerges. The Fiera district that stretches around Porta Genova station is the hub for trade and fashion fairs.