Just to let you know...

I know you want success in Rome,

To make it here and make it home

With full respect from local eyes

(To know they saw at least you tried).

Then in that case I’ll help you find

The best ways of the Roman kind;

They’ll keep you from the ‘tourist’ name

To show off your Italian game.

The moment you get off the plane

You’ll ride your first Italian train.

To validate is lesson one –

Caught without would be no fun.

On this train and on buses too,

Hold your wallet close to you.

This way you’ll always be aware,

Instead of finding pockets bare.

And “all roads lead to Rome,” you say,

But you can get lost any day.

Know your streets and landmarks well,

‘cause you’ll be here without your cell.

Lesson four: It might seem strange,

But Romans kill for proper change.

We pay with coinage when it works,

Avoiding names like ‘foreign jerks.’

Where you’re from we do not know;

Regardless, you’re a Roman’s foe

When you pull out the camera flash

And nearer bring our art to trash.

Be prepared for Roman skies –

For even in the scorching highs

You’ll find out soon, it too does rain,

And though in buckets, don’t complain.

And if you are a football fan,

Then choose with care your team and clan.

Regardless if you think you’re right,

Small talk here may cause a fight.

Non capisco; Si signor –

Are phrases we’ll be looking for.

But just remember grazie

And everything should be okay.