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How to Spend Three Days in Naples, Italy

Naples, Italy is a chaotic, energetic, and passionate city located along the sea in southern Italy. It seems to get mixed reviews – people either love it or hate it. Well, I am here to...

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How to Spend Three Days in Naples, Italy
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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How to Spend One Day in Lugano, Switzerland
Destinations ► July 17, 2024

How to Spend One Day in Lugano, Switzerland

One of the best day trips from Milan is a visit to Lugano, Switzerland. Despite heading to another country, you can reach Lugano in less than 75 minutes from Milan (even shorter if you are...

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How to Apply for Residency in Italy
Expat Guides ► June 28, 2024

How to Apply for Residency in Italy

You may also want to learn how to obtain residency in Italy. Every year counts towards getting one step closer to citizenship; if that is your final goal, the sooner you complete this, the better. Once...

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How to Spend Four Days in Lisbon, Portugal
Destinations ► June 23, 2024

How to Spend Four Days in Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon, Portugal is a fantastic city to visit in Europe. The food is delicious, the people are friendly, the weather is great…what is not to like? Check out this guide on how to spend four...

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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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How to Get a Carta d’Identità (ID Card) in Italy
Expat Guides ► June 22, 2024

How to Get a Carta d’Identità (ID Card) in Italy

Once you are registered as a resident of Italy, you can obtain your Italian ID card. It isn’t necessarily a requirement to complete this process if you are studying, but if you plan to live...

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How to Receive Your Codice Fiscale (Tax Code) in Italy
Expat Guides ► June 21, 2024

How to Receive Your Codice Fiscale (Tax Code) in Italy

In Italy, the Codice Fiscale is used for everything. You’ll need this for your permesso di soggiorno application, you’ll need it to rent an apartment, sometimes you’ll even need it for random appointments! It is...

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How to Apply for Your Permesso di Soggiorno (Residence Permit) in Italy
Expat Guides ► June 21, 2024

How to Apply for Your Permesso di Soggiorno (Residence Permit) in Italy

Ah, the dreaded permesso di soggiorno (residence permit) process. It is a love/hate relationship – while it is a cumbersome task, the benefit means you are legally living in Italy! Keep reading to find out...

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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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How to Visit the Tivoli Gardens at Villa D’Este
Italy ► May 31, 2024

How to Visit the Tivoli Gardens at Villa D’Este

Any of my fellow millennial women reading this will recognize and know the Tivoli Gardens from The Lizzie McGuire movie. Even if you don’t have your own Paolo to whisk you off into the sunset,...

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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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Follow along as I try to figure out my life abroad 🇮🇹

I’m always a bit late with my monthly recaps I’m t I’m always a bit late with my monthly recaps I’m trying to do. Here are some highlights from my life during the month of May living in Milan! 🇮🇹

1. Discovering hidden corners in Navigli.
2. Scoping out home and design inspo at @kavehome. Let me know if you have other stores you recommend!
3. Visiting Oltrepò - an underrated wine region of northern Italy (mostly famous for its Pinot Noir!). 
4. Celebrating a friend’s birthday on @terrazzamartinimilano - the absolute best 360° views of the Milano skyline and Duomo. 
5. A quick trip to Barcelona for a trade show. 
6. Breakfast on the courtyard of @pasticceriasissi.
7. Seeing @oliviadeano was amazing - 10/10 show!!
8. A yummy dinner at @ristorantewarsa in Porta Venezia. 
9. Front row seats to the @giroditalia passing through Milan. 
10. An apertivo at @pasticceria.cucchi before meeting with friends. 

Looking forward to summer in Italy kicking off! ✨💖
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Ciao! My name is Sara, an American living in Italy. I’m based in Milan but travel all over the country - trying to give you tips on the best places to stay, eat, and things to do. Follow along for more of my adventures in Italy and I’ll provide you with my best Italy travel tips and advice!
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Sights and sounds from a Sorrento summer. 🌀 . . . Sights and sounds from a Sorrento summer. 🌀
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If you’re looking for a beautiful escape in the Tu If you’re looking for a beautiful escape in the Tuscan countryside, consider booking @poderelechiuse for your trip. 

It’s a family-run farmhouse with several on-site apartments. You can relax by the pool or take advantage of its location to nearby thermal baths (like Saturnia) or incredible wine-tasting. 
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Ciao! My name is Sara and I’m an American living in Italy. Follow along as I share snippets of my trips around Italy. 

#visititaly #visittuscany #italyhiddengems #discovertuscany #lifeinitaly 
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The first time I’ve been stuck in “traffic” and le The first time I’ve been stuck in “traffic” and left feeling LESS stressed! Over the weekend in Tuscany we came across this friendly group - watched intensely by their 3 dogs!! 😂🫶🏼
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