Reversing down a country road at night in Florence to find a friend’s home, the side of expat life we don’t talk about: feeling lost and silly. Does being an expat give you superpowers? Do you learn new skills? Oh the joys…it’s all worth in the end, really, you’ll see.
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Navigating the Challenges of Relocating to Florence: A Personal Journey
My journey: I want to briefly share my personal journey of relocating to Florence. It was a whirlwind of emotions, discoveries, and challenges. From the initial decision to move here to starting my own business, every step has been a testament to the resilience and support that surround us in this remarkable city. In thisContinue reading “Navigating the Challenges of Relocating to Florence: A Personal Journey”
The art and history of Florence: a quick guide to the city’s museums and landmarks
As you plan your move to Florence, remember that this beautiful Italian city is known for its rich art and history, and there are plenty of amazing museums and landmarks to explore. Here’s a guide to some of the top cultural attractions in Florence to help you plan your relocation. Florence is a city withContinue reading “The art and history of Florence: a quick guide to the city’s museums and landmarks”
Which neighbourhood?
As you plan your relocation to Florence, one important question will be, where do I live? As a specialist in helping expats find the perfect place to live, I know that finding the right neighbourhood is an important part of the process. The city of Florence is divided into different neighbourhoods, each with its ownContinue reading “Which neighbourhood?”
The Invisible Partner
One of the many unexpected side effects of starting my own business is the amount of praise and admiration I receive from friends and relatives. People take their time to tell me how impressed they are, what a great job I’m doing and at times what an inspiration I am to them. This, together withContinue reading “The Invisible Partner”
Reverse culture shock
So you’ve moved to Florence, you’re learning Italian, the culture doesn’t seem all that strange to you anymore. You’ve made new friends, the kids are happy in their school, you even have a couple of new hobbies, and then the inevitable happens, you go back home or you visit your home country, and boy, doesContinue reading “Reverse culture shock”
Is a life in Florence for you?
This is not an easy question to ask yourself. But be brutally honest, can you handle all the pitfalls, bureaucracy and inevitable disappointments that come with a move to a foreign country? I will never stop being amazed at the resilience and sheer strength of my clients. People determined to make a life in Florence,Continue reading “Is a life in Florence for you?”
My gym in Italy
A candid and funny look at a personal experience at a gym in Italy.
Should I learn Italian?
In a word, yes! If you move to Italy, the best thing to do is to at least learn the basics, ideally, you’ll be fluent in a couple of years. For that to happen you need lots of opportunities to practice, you need to leave the house and give it a go. It’s not easy,Continue reading “Should I learn Italian?”