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How to Spend 1 Day in Segovia, Spain: Day Trip from Madrid
Destinations ► March 2, 2022

How to Spend 1 Day in Segovia, Spain: Day Trip from Madrid

Are you investigating the best day trips from Madrid? If so, I definitely recommend taking a day trip to Segovia – a city famous for its aqueducts, medieval walls, and history. Check out my itinerary...

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The Best Bloody Mary in Milwaukee, WI
Destinations ► February 25, 2022

The Best Bloody Mary in Milwaukee, WI

A Bloody Mary in Milwaukee is unbeatable…and trust me, I’ve had many Bloodies. Almost every restaurant or bar in the city will offer a Bloody Mary on the menu. The best surprise is that your...

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Best Restaurants in Gold Coast, Chicago
Destinations ► February 24, 2022

Best Restaurants in Gold Coast, Chicago

The best restaurants in Gold Coast, an upscale neighborhood in Chicago, are going to cost you some pretty pennies. Fortunately, most come with great food, drinks, and (my personal favorite) people-watching. Head to Gold Coast...

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Best Cafes in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Destinations ► February 17, 2022

Best Cafes in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

A strong cortado is a must-have in order to kickstart your day in San Juan. This guide lists my favorite cafes in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. Puerto Ricans are extremely proud of their coffee...

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Top 5 Reasons to Visit (or Move to) Vancouver, BC
Canada ► January 14, 2022

Top 5 Reasons to Visit (or Move to) Vancouver, BC

I was fortunately to spend three years of my mid-20s living in beautiful Vancouver, BC! It was definitely an adventure and I have many takeaways on what makes this city so incredible. Check out these...

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The Best Bars in West Loop, Chicago
Destinations ► January 12, 2022

The Best Bars in West Loop, Chicago

As the West Loop neighborhood in Chicago continues to grow, many fun bars are popping up left and right. They range from high-end cocktails lounges to speakeasies to a margarita-lover’s paradise. Keep reading to find...

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Best Coffee Shops in River North, Chicago
Uncategorized ► January 9, 2022

Best Coffee Shops in River North, Chicago

Whether you need a pick-me-up, study spot, date location, or you just love the taste of espresso, finding a good coffee shop that fits the aesthetic you want can be tricky. Fortunately, some of the...

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The Best Piano Bars in Chicago
Destinations ► December 14, 2021

The Best Piano Bars in Chicago

In my opinion, it is close to impossible to have a bad time at a piano bar. I mean…think about: singing, piano music, usually dancing, cocktails. Fortunately, some of the best piano bars can be...

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The Best Bars in River North, Chicago
Uncategorized ► December 13, 2021

The Best Bars in River North, Chicago

Whether you are living in Chicago or visiting Chicago, at some point you will find yourself in the River North neighborhood as it is in the core of downtown. The River North bar scene has...

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The Best Donuts in Chicago, IL
Destinations ► October 12, 2021

The Best Donuts in Chicago, IL

So…the best donuts in Chicago. You think we may have mislabeled Portland with Chicago? Actually, no. While Chicago has always been a foodie hotspot, in recent years donuts have captured the hearts – and stomachs...

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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 🇮🇹

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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Hidden costs of owning a car in Italy. 🚙🙃 I was s Hidden costs of owning a car in Italy. 🚙🙃

I was soooo thrilled after getting my license in Italy! Then, I was humbled veryyy quick by all of the beauracracy and costs that come along with it. 

My biggest shock was perhaps the Area C payments (despite being a resident within Area C) and only receiving a discount for a limited number of entries a year. 🫠 Why…

Do any of these shock you? Or are there any other costs I have still overlooked (keep in mind as a foreigner it’s hard to know sometimes what to pay - like this bollo!). 

Save this post if are in the market for buying a car in italy and all of the costs attached to buying a car in iraly. 😵‍💫
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