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A source for Italy lovers who want the authentic experience.
Thanks for stopping by my irreverent website where I attempt to decipher Italian culture for the English-speaking world. It’s always my intention to go a little deeper — beyond the stereotypes and la dolce vita — to discuss the many reasons why this beautiful chaotic country continues to inspire the dreams of travelers and expats year after year.
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Americans Living in Italy
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The Definitive Guide for the Permesso di Soggiorno
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Stereotypes in Italy
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Dating Rules in Italy
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"The fatal charm of Italy" podcast
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Italy, in all its charms, lends itself very nicely to romantic quotes, soft-focus photos of rolling landscapes, and Facebook “stories”[...]
FCI 035 – Italian Pronunciation Guide
Make no mistake, learning a foreign language as an adult is NOT easy. Luckily, there are some aspects of the[...]
FCI 034 – Unique Rome Tours with Beth from Select Italy
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