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I am a big fan of Melatonin for international travel. It would reduce my jet lag from 3-4 daysdown to 1 or 2. I would generally arrive in Milan about 10-11AM after flying most of the night 6PM to 4AM. Stay up all day and pop the Melatonin about 9:30. By 10:30 I was ready to sleep.

The first two days you usually wake up about 2AM eyes wide open. Watch a little television (nothing like late night Italian TV) then go back to sleep. First two nights are always fitfull.

While there I always enjoyed going to the local joints for dinner. Even the little cafe's had excellent food. If you have a full day to sight-see the Lago de Magore (sp?) region is a few hours away and beautiful.

Remember than Milan is Northern Italy so don't expect superior Pasta there. They really focus on Meat, Fish, and cheeses so enjoy the steak and seafood dishes... and Pizza! Plan on 3 hours for dinner and order the wine!