It is my first time coming to Italy.
PRI-ma VOL-ta — stress the first syllable of each word.
Share this with hotel staff at check-out to spark a warm conversation. Italians love welcoming first-time visitors.
'È la prima volta che' (it is the first time that) is a set expression. 'Vengo' is first person singular present of 'venire' (to come). The present tense after 'che' is standard here. This phrase typically opens a lovely parting conversation.
L'Italia mi ha conquistato. Tornerò.
Italy has won me over. I will return.
'Conquistare' (to conquer) is used metaphorically for falling in love with a place
Non vedo l'ora di tornare.
I cannot wait to come back.
'Non vedo l'ora di' + infinitive = I cannot wait to — a very common expression
Avete dei consigli per la mia prossima visita?
Do you have tips for my next visit?
Ask for recommendations for your next Italian trip
First-time visitors to Italy are considered very special by Italians, who take enormous pride in their country's beauty, history, and culture. Expressing genuine enthusiasm about your experience will generate one of the warmest responses you will ever receive from a stranger.