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1 Perfect Day at the Thermal Spa in Lake Garda, Italy
Italy ► November 27, 2024

1 Perfect Day at the Thermal Spa in Lake Garda, Italy

Italy is a hot-spot for thermal baths and spas scattered all throughout the country. Considering the copious amounts of walking and exploring you’re likely doing on your Italian holiday, you may want to eventually kick...

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My 10+ Best Things to Do in Milan, Italy
Italy ► October 31, 2024

My 10+ Best Things to Do in Milan, Italy

I vividly remember the first time I visited Milan. I was 19 and ready to re-enact every Sofia Loren film. But only the glamorous ones. I didn’t want a traumatizing Two Women replay. Anyways, I...

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Where to Drink Campari like a Local in Milan, Italy
Italy ► October 16, 2024

Where to Drink Campari like a Local in Milan, Italy

When I first arrived in Italy, I was a self-proclaimed Aperol Girl. I regret not trademarking it. Going out for aperitivo, I always ordered an Aperol Spritz. My Milanese friends finally started commenting that I...

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How to Visit The Last Supper in Milan, Italy
Italy ► October 14, 2024

How to Visit The Last Supper in Milan, Italy

While visiting Milan, many people want to take the chance to view Leonardo di Vinci’s The Last Supper up close and personal. Unfortunately, most people don’t realize getting these tickets is like The Hunger Games!...

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A Must-Do in Liguria: Walk from Santa Margherita to Portofino, Italy
Italy ► August 29, 2024

A Must-Do in Liguria: Walk from Santa Margherita to Portofino, Italy

Portofino, Italy has always been an Italian hot-spot. However, I also recommend a trip to the nearby Santa Margherita Ligure. It is a bigger town with more shops, restaurants, and (importantly) beaches. If you find...

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How to Spend One Day in Sestri Levante, Italy
Italy ► August 29, 2024

How to Spend One Day in Sestri Levante, Italy

Have you heard of Sestri Levante, a quaint town located on the Italian Riviera? This seaside beauty is well-known for some epic hikes, a key location between Portofino and Cinque Terre, and its picturesque bay....

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Must-Eat Foods in Milan, Italy: A Foodie Guide
Italy ► July 26, 2024

Must-Eat Foods in Milan, Italy: A Foodie Guide

Milan, Italy is not well-known for being a “foodie” city. However, I tend to find it can be underrated destination. I mean, they have everything! During your trip to Milan, I encourage you to try...

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Where the Locals Go Out for Drinks in Milan, Italy
Italy ► July 18, 2024

Where the Locals Go Out for Drinks in Milan, Italy

There are some incredible places to grab a drink and relax in Milan, Italy. Whether you want a cozy wine bar, a bustling spot for people-watching with a spritz, or a swanky spot for a...

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A Day Trip from Milan: Visit the Borromean Islands
Italy ► June 23, 2024

A Day Trip from Milan: Visit the Borromean Islands

Looking for a scenic day trip from Milan? Then you must visit the Borromean Islands! This small grouping of islands are located in Lake Maggiore along the Piedmont side and remain somewhat of an untouched...

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My Favorite Hidden Gems in Milan, Italy
Italy ► June 2, 2024

My Favorite Hidden Gems in Milan, Italy

Milan gets a lot of hate when it comes to Italian cities. And I’ll be 100% transparent; I am a former Milan hater. My hate was solely based off visiting the city on a gloomy...

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Sara in Italia, Italophile

Ciao! I'm Sara. An American who quit her job in the US and moved to Milan to seek out my journey of La Dolce Vita. Follow along for Italy guides, tips, and general rants about the pros and cons of moving to Italy.

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📍American living in Milan
Sharing Italy travel tips, guides, and more! ✨
Follow along as I try to figure out my life abroad 🇮🇹

Welcome back to my series where I break down how I Welcome back to my series where I break down how I moved to Italy without a European passport! And - I stayed!!

In this episode I talk about how I ultimately chose @scuolaleonardomilan and how the Study Type D Visa application looked like for me. 

Feel free to drop any questions - I’m trying to film these quick so they aren’t overly boring lectures 🤣 I can dive deeper into some of the details if I went too quickly. This is a process you don’t want to rush or mess up!
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Ciao! I’m Sara, an American living in Milan. 3 years ago I quit my corporate job and moved to Italy. Now I share all about my life in Italy and my favorite Italy travel tips. Follow along! 🇮🇹
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#livinginitaly #movingtoitaly #italystudyvisa #movetoitaly #expatinitaly American in Italy, how to move to Italy, how to study in Italy, Italy type D study visa, Italy visa application process, help moving to Italy, moving abroad, living in Milan
Italian bureaucracy is not for the faint of heart. Italian bureaucracy is not for the faint of heart. 🫪

But… I (usually) think the pain is worth the gain!

It just neverrrr ends. 😵‍💫
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Ciao! I’m Sara, an American living in Italy. Follow along to see all about my adventures in Italy and what life in Italy looks like for me. 🇮🇹
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Why I love living in Milan!! 🫶🏼🩷🇮🇹 I see a lotttt Why I love living in Milan!! 🫶🏼🩷🇮🇹

I see a lotttt of Milan slander online. And you know what…good. I can selfishly enjoy more of the city for myself. 🤣

I’m kidding (ish?). 

But seriously, I looove living in Milan. Here are some of my favorite reasons that make life in Milan dreamy. 🙌🏼

It’s a city I often think is misunderstood or not properly researched ahead of a visit. If you come here and all you did was snap a photo at the Duomo and then aimlessly walk around and get frustrated that there is nothing else to do or see, you missed the boat. 

Follow me as I will try to start sharing more about my life in Milan and what living in Milan looks like for me. 🫶🏼
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Ciao! My name is Sara. I’m an American living in Italy. Follow along on my Italian adventures where I share my life in Italy, Italy travel tips, and more! 🇮🇹
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#livinginitaly #lifeinmilan #milano #lifeinitaly #visitmilano 
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🇮🇹How I Moved to Italy! (And Stayed!) In part 2 o 🇮🇹How I Moved to Italy! (And Stayed!)

In part 2 of this series I discuss what research you need to do for finding out your options for an Italian visa. While there are different pathways (marriage, job, study, etc) you need to pick what suits your life the best. 

I ultimately decided on an Italy study visa, BUT still had to decide which option. I was between getting an MBA or choosing an Italian language school. 

📌Save this post and follow along as the next episode I will dive into HOW I applied for the Italian visa. Hint: it was relatively “easy” but had some requirements you may not expect. 
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Ciao! I’m Sara, an American living in Italy. Follow me as I share all of my adventures abroad and provide my best Italy travel tips! 🇮🇹
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#movingtoitaly #italystudyvisa #italianvisa #livinginitaly #studyinitaly 
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Must-Eat Foods in Milan, Italy: A Foodie Guide

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Italy ➤ June 2, 2024

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Italy ➤ May 30, 2024

The Best Brunch Spots in Milan, Italy

As an American, the weekend can truly mean one thing for a food lover: brunch. Yes, that perfect mid-day meal with friends to recap the week together. I was nervous that Italy wouldn’t have the...

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