Should you Retire in Italy ? Seniors meeting at the park Ph. depositphoto.com/PickMyPics So how is getting old in Italy ? According to my friend Giovanni who sent me this joke : This is the way it should have been done: I think the life cycle is all […]
(You will find legal requirements at the bottom of the article) Italy, a land of seemingly timeless beauty and charm, is quickly becoming one of the most popular locations for retirement. Stepping into Italy for the first time is like stepping into a fairytale. A captivating countryside coupled with […]
A Letter from Paolo Nascimbeni – Founder of Life In Italy I moved to the US in 1987 to finish my studies in computer science in upstate NY in Ithaca. After graduation, in 1989, I moved to the Washington DC area. I go back to Italy five times a year and I […]
Living in Italy – A Sea Analogy by Leanne, a South African Artist and Expat The art of living in Italy is comparable to painting the sea while swimming in it. Imagine the waves washing over your paper and spreading the paint in sublime ways you would never […]
Me, myself: partially cast in an Italian mould? Me as a young child, in Italy When people hear of Italy, their thoughts drift to romance, gondolas and Venice. When I hear the word Italy, my mind evokes a familiarity with the day-to-day life of Italians, memories of personal […]
By mid September, we were settling into the house, the children were attending school and we were actively searching for work. We had days that were very positive, when we’d been pro-active in delivering the translated CV’s to various workplaces and the children were making friends and going out after […]
First Hand Information about Being an Au Pair in Italy At this time last year I knew very little about Italy and not much more about being an au pair or nanny for that matter. I didn’t speak or understand a word of Italian, I couldn’t cook pasta, and my fashion […]
Our Italian House Buying Experience This article is the first in a series which plot the experience of purchasing property in Italy, from dream to reality. Jo Lamb-White (and husband Simon) shares the highs and the frustrations and highlights some of the key practical lessons learnt in the process. […]
Schools and Universities, Students from around the World Italy is known for their Italian language, art and fashion schools. There are millions of students who come to study abroad at one of Italy’s well-known schools and universities. There are schools all over Italy, but the most popular spots are in […]
Long Term Apartment Rentals in Rome Italy Key Points to Remember when Renting Long Term Long Term Apartment Rentals in Rome Italy: The following apartments are available for long term rentals – Utility will need to be added to the rental prices. Sorry, we do not have a list of […]