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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
The 5 Best Cafes in Rome
Italy ► July 13, 2021

The 5 Best Cafes in Rome

It isn’t difficult to find the best cafes in Rome. In Italy, coffee is king and a very important part of daily ritual and Italian culture. Sant’ Eustachio Il Caffè Piazza di S. Eustachio, 82...

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Best Gelato in Rome, Italy
Italy ► July 13, 2021

Best Gelato in Rome, Italy

It isn’t difficult to find the best gelato in Rome, Italy. There are plenty of artisanal gelaterias scattered throughout the center of Rome. Between delicious flavors, unbeatable locations, and priceless service, Rome’s gelaterias make both...

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10 Best Restaurants in Gastown, Vancouver
Canada ► July 12, 2021

10 Best Restaurants in Gastown, Vancouver

While we are well aware there are some incredible bars in Gastown (check out the Best Bars in Gastown), here is my list of the 10 best RESTAURANTS in Gastown! Even some of the local...

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10 Best Restaurants in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Destinations ► July 9, 2021

10 Best Restaurants in Lincoln Park, Chicago

A bit north of the downtown core, you will find some of the best restaurants in Lincoln Park. Lincoln Park has much more of a community-neighborhood vibe compared to the more urban neighborhoods of Chicago....

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10 Best Restaurants in Yaletown, Vancouver
Uncategorized ► July 8, 2021

10 Best Restaurants in Yaletown, Vancouver

These 10 best restaurants in Yaletown deliver on food, drinks, ambience, and LOCATION! Yaletown is one of the hottest neighborhoods to see and be seen (check out My Honest Guide to Vancouver Neighborhoods), so why...

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10 Best Restaurants in River North, Chicago
Destinations ► July 8, 2021

10 Best Restaurants in River North, Chicago

Some of the best restaurants in Chicago located in the River North neighborhood. Here is my quick guide on my 10 favorite spots to check out when you’re in this ‘hood! And don’t expect any...

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Best Beaches in Naples, Florida
Destinations ► April 21, 2021

Best Beaches in Naples, Florida

In general, Florida is a hot-spot in the US for its beaches. One of my favorite locations for amazing beaches is Naples. I’ve compiled a list of the best beaches in Naples, Florida along with...

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How to Spend a Weekend in San Francisco, California
Destinations ► March 6, 2021

How to Spend a Weekend in San Francisco, California

When someone asks what my favorite city to visit in the US is I immediately have a few that come to mind: Honolulu, New Orleans, and….San Fransisco! In this post I breakdown how to spend...

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How to Spend a Weekend in Washington, D.C.
Destinations ► October 15, 2020

How to Spend a Weekend in Washington, D.C.

Every American (or non!) should spend at least one weekend in Washington, DC. It’s the United State’s capital, after all! There is so much to see, do, eat, and explore in this melting pot of...

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Best Bars in Gastown, Vancouver
Canada ► September 19, 2020

Best Bars in Gastown, Vancouver

Since it seems to be raining in Vancouver 75% of the year, you need to find a safe haven to wet your whistle without actually getting wet yourself. Low and behold: Vancouver’s bar scene. Gastown...

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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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The first full day exploring Milano Design Week wa The first full day exploring Milano Design Week was a success!

I was able to squeeze in as many events as possible across Milan. This event is the biggest of the year here! (Yes, even bigger than Fashion Week). In fact, it’s even better since so many of these events are open to the public. 

Let me know if there are any events I should try to check out before MDW 2026 wraps up!

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Ciao! My name is Sara and I’m an American living in Milan, Italy. Follow along as I share about life in Italy, advice on moving to Italy, and plenty of Italy travel content.
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Italy and classic car lovers unite!! The @coppamil Italy and classic car lovers unite!! The @coppamilanosanremo is an official experience you won’t want to miss. 

What started in 1906 as a speed rally from Milan to Sanremo, today has shifted into a precision rally. Attend as either a driver/co-driver or a guest (like me!) and you’ll have a blast. The teams drive through Lombardy, Piedmont, and wrap up in Liguria. 

So, if you love the idea of vintage cars winding through scenic Italian landscapes, you may want to look into joining next year’s rally (or at least seeing it it may pass through your town). 
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How to apply for the permesso di soggiorno in Ital How to apply for the permesso di soggiorno in Italy!!

Moving to Italy sounds great (and it is!) but before you can truly enjoy your new life abroad, you have to take care of some housekeeping. The first up, and one of the most important tasks, is filing for your Permesso di soggiorno (residency permit) so you can be cleared to legally live in Italy. 

The process is a pain. Depending on which city you live in likely determines how long processing this will take. For example, I’ve heard horror stories about the wait times in Florence. But Milan, despite being a large city, seems to process these fairly efficient. 

It’s your first introduction to Italian bureaucracy and the most important thing is completing this WITHIN 8 DAYS OF YOUR ARRIVAL IN ITALY!

📌Save this guide for your future move to Italy so you don’t miss a single step. 

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Ciao! My name is Sara, I’m an American living abroad in Milan, Italy. I share Italy travel tips, content, and advice. Follow along to see more about my life in Italy. 🇮🇹 
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I had a new “first” as an American living in Italy I had a new “first” as an American living in Italy this week (and it was a bit of a culture shock for me) - the condo assembly. 😅

I truly wish I could have had a secret camera in the room. As an American, my understanding is most condo associations elect of a board of directors to make most day-to-day decisions. Of course if there is a bigger decision, the condos vote (usuall 1 vote for household). Well, that process is very different in Italy! 

Here, the amount of votes are determined by condo size. And everyone, I mean EVERYONE, seems to have a (loud) opinion on every topic. My imagination of a calm meeting amongst neighbors was quickly replaced by reality. 

Anyways, I love living in Italy but these experiences make me laugh at how one thing can differ so much one place to another. 

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Ciao! My name is Sara and I’m an American living in Milan, Italy. I love sharing snippets of life in Italy, Italy travel guides, and Italy travel tips. Follow for more! 🥳
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