Moving to Italy: 5 Local Resources to Help You Get Settled

Moving to Italy is a quite a big step and for many people, the language barrier and general uncertainty can prove rather daunting. At the same time, the prospect of living in Italy should really be no more intimidating than anywhere else in Europe and each process is relatively straightforward. Besides, you have likely made […]
Obtaining Italian Citizenship by Descent in Brazil, Argentina & South America

Applying for Italian Citizenship in Brazil or South America For many South Americans, obtaining Italian citizenship is a real possibility and an opportunity to live and work in Italy or any other country in the European Union. It’s true, applying for Italian citizenship from Brazil is just the same as anywhere else in the world, […]
Obtaining Italian Citizenship by Descent in Canada

Applying for Italian Citizenship in Canada If you are interested in applying for Italian citizenship in Canada, it is important you are aware that specific documents are required to support your application. However, the exact documents needed for you to apply for an Italian passport will depend on your type of application (descent/jure sanguinis/marriage/naturalization). You […]
Obtaining Italian Citizenship by Descent in UK

Applying for Italian Citizenship in UK There are three paths you can take when looking to apply for Italian dual citizenship from UK. These three different methods are applying by descent (if you have an Italian born ancestor), by marriage (if you are married to an Italian citizen), or by naturalization (by living in Italy […]
Obtaining Italian Citizenship by Descent in Australia

Applying for Italian Citizenship in Australia When it comes to applying for Italian dual citizenship from Australia, the rules and obligations are much more lenient in Italy than almost any other country in Europe. However, several documents are required, and the process can be quite complex and lengthy. The first step is to determine if […]
Volcanoes of Italy: Mount Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius is one of only a handful of active volcanoes in Europe. It is located on the west coast of Italy, overlooking the city of Naples. Vesuvius is responsible for some of Europe’s biggest volcanic eruptions, including the infamous eruption in 79 A.D. that destroyed the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. The last time […]
The Actual Cost of Living in Italy

We get asked “Is it expensive to live in Italy?” regularly. While it’s important not to underestimate the cost of living in Italy, not all cities or regions are created equal and some places are inevitably more affordable than others. At the same time, the cost of living in Italy will also depend on how […]
The Rich and Fascinating History of the Ponte Vecchio

Did you know that Ponte Vecchio is the only bridge in Florence that managed to survive World War II? It’s true, when the Nazi forces started to retreat in late 1944, each and every bridge in the city had been destroyed entirely. In case you might be asking yourself, local forces were instructed by the […]
What is the best city to live in Italy?

Italy is the kind of place where a fascinating mix of history, culture and scenery hits you smack dab in the face. It’s true, there is colorful art, impressive landmarks and ancient ruins at every turn and this is especially true in the major cities. With this in mind, whether you get lost down the […]
History of the Leaning Tower of Pisa

When it comes to iconic landmarks in Italy, few structures offer the same mystique and wonder as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The truth is, in spite of an elegant appearance, this unusual sight is almost frightening to see as the forces of gravity seem to drag it closer to the ground with every glimpse. […]