Renting in Florence as a foreigner? Let me save you some stress. I’ve helped dozens of expats find their home here, and I’ve seen the same surprises trip people up over and over again. The good news? Once you know what to expect, the process is completely manageable. The not-so-good news? It’s nothing like rentingContinue reading “How to Rent in Florence as a Foreigner: What Nobody Tells You”
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Italian Bureaucracy for Expats Moving to Florence: Your Survival Guide
Nobody warned me about the paperwork. When I imagined my life in Florence, I pictured morning espresso at a neighbourhood bar, the Arno at golden hour, cobblestones under my feet. What I did not picture was sitting in a queue at the Questura, clutching a folder of documents I wasn’t entirely sure were correct, wonderingContinue reading “Italian Bureaucracy for Expats Moving to Florence: Your Survival Guide”
Moving to Florence: The Unspoken Loss of Self
Scroll through social media, and you’ll see the highlight reel of moving abroad: a toast with a new friend against a stunning sunset, the first triumphant trip to a local market, the romantic shot of an ancient, winding street. From the outside, it looks like a seamless adventure—a beautiful, exciting new chapter. But anyone whoContinue reading “Moving to Florence: The Unspoken Loss of Self”
Moving to Florence as a Family: Challenges and How to Overcome Them
Florence is a dream destination for many — a city rich in history, art, and beauty. But when you’re moving with a family, even the most charming city comes with its own set of challenges. If you’re considering relocating to Florence with your loved ones, it’s helpful to know what to expect — and howContinue reading “Moving to Florence as a Family: Challenges and How to Overcome Them”
How to Rent a Luxury Property in Florence: A Step-by-Step Guide
Looking to rent a luxury property in Florence? This guide covers everything high-end clients need to know—from the best neighbourhoods to required documents and insider tips for navigating the local rental market. Whether you’re relocating for work, lifestyle, or family, avoid common mistakes and secure the ideal home in one of Italy’s most desirable cities.
The Cultural Iceberg: What to Expect When You Move to Florence
Moving to a new country is an adventure, full of excitement and challenges. If you’re planning to move to Florence, retire here, or invest in property in Florence, understanding cultural adaptation is just as important as finding the perfect home. A helpful way to think about culture is through the Cultural Iceberg Theory, which suggestsContinue reading “The Cultural Iceberg: What to Expect When You Move to Florence”
Why Move to Florence?
Relocate to Florence effortlessly with Move to Florence. We provide personalized relocation services, from finding your dream home to navigating Italian bureaucracy. Let us handle the details, so you can embrace the Tuscan lifestyle and focus on starting your new adventure in this beautiful, historic city. Your Florence journey begins here!
About August
How is it possible that in August businesses close and Italy comes to a halt? Is this really a thing? Yes! My first experience in Europe was in England, where August, December, or any month is a work month, and the weather is so awful that you don’t even realise it’s summer. It came asContinue reading “About August”
The Paradox of Cost and Opportunity: Life as an Expat in Italy
It’s so affordable here… Italy: the land of pasta, pizza, and picturesque landscapes. It’s a country that often evokes dreams of la dolce vita – the sweet life. And indeed, there’s a certain allure to the Italian lifestyle, with its rich history, vibrant culture, and relatively low cost of living. However, beneath the surface liesContinue reading “The Paradox of Cost and Opportunity: Life as an Expat in Italy”
The reverse experience
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.