Originally Posted by yyzgigi

Having said all that congratulations and don't worry too much about delays or challenges. Most flights are on time so don't stress out, but do be prepared and ready for the worst case. For jet lag try to sleep the entire flight to Rome; bring eyeshades and ear plugs if you can and then force your self to stay up to 9/10pm that first night. You may be tired that first day, but will force you onto the new schedule and prevent having challenges sleeping that first night if you sleep that afternoon.