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Key Expatriate Websites and Resources

Articles on Italy  
Business and Economy in Italy
Education and Study in Italy
Embassies, Consulates, and Immigration
Expatriate Websites and Resources
Government and International Organizations
Housing and Real Estate in italy
Language Courses in Italy
News and Media in Italy
Recommended Reading on Italy
Travel Information for Italy
Working while Living in Italy

Compiled by Volker Poelzl

Featured Articles on Living, Working, Studying, and Traveling in Italy
Living Abroad in Italy by John Moretti  
Making it Work in Italy: Live the Dream of Becoming a Resident by John Becker
Living in Liguria: Find a Real Italian Village in Cinque Terre That’s Remote But Not Too Remote by E.J. Baumeister Jr.
Living in Italy for the Long Term: Two Years in Rome by Martha Miller
Study Abroad Work in Italy: More Than 100 Schools Hire Teachers and Administrators by Michael P. Gerace
Slow Food in Italy and Beyond: An Interview with Slow Food Founder Carlo Petrini
Jules Maidoff: An American Expatriate Artist in Italy and Founder of SACI in Florence interviewed by Clay Hubbs 
Jobs in Italy: Where to Find Work and How to Network by Emma Bird
Jobs in Italy: Work in Tuscany and Umbria by Lucia Mancini 
Work in Italy Creatively: Teaching English is Not the Only Option by Emma Bird
Take a Look-See Trip to Italy: Invest Three Months in a Targeted Job Search by Emma Bird
Freelancing in Italy: How to Apply for a Freelance Work Visa by Emma Bird
Finding Work Teaching English in Italy: The Nuts and Bolts of It All by Kevin Revolinski
Il Theatro Minimo: Expatriate Living in Florence as an Artist by Joanna Hubbs
Teach English in Milan by Deborah Bassett
Teaching English in Italy: Insider Knowledge on Landing a Job in a Public School by Emma Bird
Interning in Italy: What to Expect, and How to Make the Most of Your Experience by Marisa Iallonardo
Internships in Italy : Why They Are Important, How to Land Them by Emma Bird
Foreign Service in Florence: Interning for the U.S. Department of State by Victoria Grisanti
Au Pair Jobs in Italy by Kylie Groombridge
Tour Guiding in Rome by Rebecca Falkoff
Review of Books on Living in Italy by Emma Bird
Volunteer in Italy Inside a Tuscan Village: Converse in English, Receive Room, Board, and Transportation by Roy A. Barnes 
Preserving the Five Lands of Cinque Terre in Italy by Danielle Machotka
Study Abroad in Bologna: Slowing Down and Discovering the Good Life in Italy by Eamee C. Lanning
Language Study in Italy: Important Factors to Consider Before Making a Long-Term Commitment by Steve Soper and Susan VandenBerg
A School for Serious Italian Learners by Diana Saluri Russo
Choosing an Italian Language Course in Italy by Emma Bird
Italian Language Immersion in Italy's Undiscovered Marche Region by Leah M. Cano
The Best Way to Learn Italian or any Language: Go to a Small Town by Roger Norum
Learn Italian Near the Beach in Italy at the Puccini Language School by Lucia Novara
Learning Italian in Florence by Kathryn Casey
Study in Perugia, Italy: It’s Never Too Late to Learn a New Language by Christina Bezaire
Rock Art Study in Italy by Corbitt Nesta
Immersion in Italy: Study Abroad Outside a Program by Ivan Fehrenbach
Art Study in Italy: An Interview with Mary Beckinsale of SACI in Florence
Slow Food in Tuscany by Joanna Hubbs
Cooking in Tuscany: Hands-On Lessons in La Cucina Tradizionale by Clay and Joanna Hubbs
Travel to Eat in Italy: The Traditional Cooking of the Langhe by Joanna Hubbs
A Taste of Tuscany: Florence School Teaches Culture through Cuisine by Nicole Rosenleaf Ritter
Tuscan Women Cook by Anne Woodyard
The Hill Towns of Tuscany and Umbria by Sam Lowe
Photography Study in Tuscany by JoAnn Neal
Study Art History in Florence, Italy: by Catherine M. Thomas
A Creative Retreat in Tuscany: by Sandi Sonnenfeld
Il Palazzo Montefano: Stay at a "Reading Retreat" in Rural Italy by Rebecca Falkoff
Italy 101: To Enjoy Italy on a Budget, Plan to Go Local by Rick Steves
Beyond Venice: Soaking Up the Wine, Cooking, and Culture of the Friuli by Clay and Joanna Hubbs
A Creative Retreat in Tuscany: by Sandi Sonnenfeld
Sicily Rising: In the New Sicily Old Images No Longer Apply by Jann Huizenga
Italy on Your Own by Don Bowling
A Walking Tour Through Tuscia, Italy by Linda Lappin
Biking in Ravenna, Italy by Kathy Widing
Europe’s Rural B & Bs, Agriturismos and Home Rentals by Rick Steves
Farm Travel in Italy: Experience Italian Cultural Immersion at an Agriturismo by John Tennant
Affording Italy: Camping Leads to Savings and Local Culture by Drew Colenbrander and Sarah Wiley
Slow Travel Italy and Across Europe: Settle Down in a Temporary Home by Pauline Kenny
Religious Housing in Rome: Choose Hotel-Like Stays or a Convent by Diana Saluri Russo
Staying in Monasteries and Convents in Italy by Ken Harbinson
Convents and Monasteries in Italy: Budget Accommodations by Patricia Gilbert
Convent Stays in Rome by Bob Wilson
The Caves of Matera: Experience Sacred Space and Time in Italy by Fabrizio Fiorenzano
Discover Calabria: The Real Italy Awaits by Michelle Kaminsky
Raddusa’s Wheat Festival in Italy: Immerse Yourself in Sicily’s History by Fabrizio Fiorenzano

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 Business and Economy in Italy

U.S. Commercial Service, www.buyusa.gov, offers assistance to help U.S. businesses export goods and services to markets worldwide, including Italy.

The Economist, www.economist.com, is a British weekly newsmagazine reporting on the global economy, politics etc. The Country Briefings, compiled for 60 countries by the Economist Intelligence Unit, provides extensive economic and political data, as well as links to articles. Take a look at the Italy Country Briefing.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Italy, www.amcham.it. Via Cantù 1 - 20123, Milano, Italy; Tel: (02) 8690661; Fax: (02) 8057737; amcham@amcham.it, or info@amcham.it 

AmCham EU - American Chamber of Commerce to the EU, www.eucommittee.be. Avenue des Arts 53, 1000 Brussels, Belgium; Tel: 32 2 513 68 92; Fax: 32 2 513 79 28; amchameu@amchameu.be

EUbusiness.com, www.eubusiness.com, is an independent online business news and information service about the European Union, including Italy.

U.S. Government Export Portal, www.export.gov, publishes Country & Industry Market Reports, Commercial guides, and other essential information for doing business abroad, including Italy.

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), www.oecd.org, provides a lot of economic information about its member states, including Italy.

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 Education and Study in Italy

Office of Overseas Schools, Department of State, www.state.gov/m/a/os/, lists American International Schools for most countries, including Italy:
The International School of Florence
American School of Milan
American Overseas School of Rome
St. Stephen's School Rome

Worldwide Classroom, www.worldwide.edu, contains information on over 10,000 schools in 95 countries, including Italy. The web pages include information about primary and secondary schools, as well as universities and language schools.

GoAbroad.com, www.goabroad.com, in its Study Abroad section, provides an international education database including Italy.

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 Embassies, Consulates, and Immigration to Italy

Worpermit.com, provides immigation, visa, and work permit information for Italy.

The embassies and consulates listed below will be able to provide detailed information as well:

United States Embassy in Italy, www.usembassy.it, and rome.usembassy.gov; via Vittorio Veneto 121 - 00187 ROMA; Tel: (39) 06-46741; fax: (39) 06-4674-2244; uscitizensrome@state.gov.

Embassy of Canada in Italy, www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca; Via G.B. de Rossi, 27, 00161 Rome (Political, Academic, Cultural & Trade Sections); Via Zara 30, 00198 Rome (Visa and Consular Sections); Tel: (39 06) 44598-1; Fax: (39 06) 44598-3750; rome@international.gc.ca.

Embassy of the United Kingdom in Italy, www.britishembassy.gov.uk; Via XX Settembre 80a, I-00187 Roma RM; Tel: (39) 06 4220 0001; Fax: (39) 06 4220 2347

Italian Embassy in Canada, www.ambottawa.esteri.it/ambasciata_ottawa; 275 Slater Street, 21st Floor, Ottawa (ON), CANADA K1P 5H9; Tel:  (613) 232-2401; Fax: (613) 233-1484; ambasciata.ottawa@esteri.it.

Italian Embassy in the U.K., www.amblondra.esteri.it; 14, Three Kings Yard, London W1K 4EH; Tel: 44 (0)20 73122200; Fax: 44 (0)20 73122230; ambasciata.londra@esteri.it.

Italian Embassy in the U.S.A., www.italyemb.org; 3000 Whitehaven Street, NW - Washington, DC 20008; Tel: (202) 612-4400; Fax: (202) 518-2154.

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 Expatriate Websites and Resources for Italy

English Yellow Pages, www.englishyellowpages.it. A directory of English-speaking professionals, organizations and businesses in Italy. It includes classified ads, job link, photo gallery and current events concerning the expatriate English-speaking community.

Escape Artist, www.escapeartist.com, a site mostly dedicated to off-shore investments and retirement havens, provides useful information for expatriates in Italy.

Expat Exchange, www.expatexchange.com, provides a wealth of resources and articles, as well as a forum.The site has a few useful articles and links about Italy.

Expat Focus, www.expatfocus.com, provides information and resources for expatriates for a large number of countries, including Italy. The website also host forums and blogs for expats.

Expats in Italy, www.expatsinitaly.com, provides assistance for expatriates and those moving to italy.

Expatriates.com, www.expatriates.com/, an online community for expatriates, has a section on Italy, with classified ads, links, and a bulletin board.

FAWCO (Federation of American Women's Clubs Overseas), www.fawco.org, is an international network to support American women living abroad with over 70 member clubs worldwide, including six members clubs in Italy.

The Informer, www.informer.it, is an online guide for expatriate life in Italy, with particular emphasis on resolving problems relating to Italy’s byzantine bureaucracy (e.g. immigration, work permits, driving licenses, renting/buying property, healthcare, pension rights, recognition of professional qualifications, taxes, marriage/divorce, writing a will, etc.).

InternationalLiving.com, www.internationalliving.com, has a few more commercially-oriented articles on Italy, with information for travelers and expats.

Meetup, www.meetup.com, lists group meetings in cities around the world to help bring people with common interests together and promote the development of active local communities. Check out the Italy section, listing groups all over the country.

Network for Living Abroad, www.liveabroad.com, provides miscellaneous information and articles for expatriates for a variety of countries, including Italy.

Newcomers Club Worldwide Directories, www.newcomersclub.com, is a worldwide directory of newcomers clubs for newly arrived expatriates, including Italy.

Tales from a Small Planet, www.talesmag.com, is a webzine with news, stories, links, excellent message boards, and other resources for travelers and expatriates; The Italy section (membership required) features "Real Post Reports" by expatriates, as well as useful links.

British Expats, britishexpats.com, is a website dedicated to British expats around the world, including a forum on Italy.

BritishExpats.com, britishexpats.com, is a website dedicated to British expats around the world, including a forum on Italy.

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 Government and International Organizations in Italy

Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, www.esteri.it

Permanent Mission of Italy to the United Nations, www.italyun.org, provides general information about culture, politics and the economy, as well as a variety of useful links, or visit the United Nations web portal at www.un.int.

European Union Website, europa.eu.int.

European Union - Delegation of the European Commission to the United States, www.eurunion.org; 2300 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037; Telephone: (202) 862-9500 Fax: (202) 429-1766.

European Governments Online, europa.eu.int; provides useful links to government websites for all member countries, including Italy.

Eurostat, europa.eu.int/comm/eurostat, is the EU's statistical office, providing statistical information on all aspects of the EU.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, www.customs.gov, provides useful information on its Travel Spotlight page about customs regulations when leaving and entering the U.S.

CanadaEuropa, www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca, is the website of the European Bureau of Foreign Affairs Canada (FAC),with a section on Italy.

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 Housing and Real Estate in Italy

Escape Artist, www.escapeartist.com, has an extensive International Real Estate Listing,including Italy.

International Real Estate Digest, www.ired.com, provides international real estate listings, including a section on Italy.

International Real Estate Directory, www.internationalrealestatedirectory.com, has worldwide real estate listings, including Italy.

See TransitionsAbroad.com's list of Home Rentals in Italy and Agriturismi (Farmstays) in Italy.

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 News and Media in Italy

Kidon Media Link, www.kidon.com, an online directory of world newspapers and news media, has an extensive listing of news media in Italy.

Live-radio.net, www.live-radio.net/info.shtml, provides continuously updated links to thousands of online radio stations worldwide, including Italy.

Online Newspapers, www.onlinenewspapers.com, lists over 1000 links to online newspapers worldwide, including Italy.

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 Recommended Reading on Italy

Living Abroad in Italy by John Moretti

Living, Studying, and Working in Italy: Everything You Need to Know to Live La Dolce Vita by Monica Larner, Travis Neighbor Ward

Starting a Business in Italy: How to Set Up And Run a Successful Business in the Bel Paese by Emma Bird and Mario Berri

Rick Steves' Italy 2007

Osterie & Locande d'Italia: A Guide to Traditional Places to Eat and Stay in Italy

Italy Eyewitness Travel Guides by Anna Streiffert (Editor)

Frommer's Italy 2007 by Darwin Porter, Danforth Prince

Fodor's Italy 2007 by Matthew Lombardi (Editor)

Lonely Planet Italy by Damien Simonis, et al

The Rough Guide to Italy by Martin Dunford, et al

Living & Working in Italy: A Survival Handbook by Graeme Chesters

Working and Living: Italy by Kate Carlisle

The Guide to Lodging in Italy's Monasteries by Eileen Barish.

Adventuring in the Alps by William E. Reifsnyder, Marylou Reifsnyder, Sierra Club Books.

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 Travel Information on Italy
About.com, in its Travel Section, provides useful articles, links and travel information for a large number of countries, including Italy.
Enjoy - Europe.com, www.enjoy-europe.com, provides information for independent budget travel presented by an American who has lived, worked, and traveled throughout Europe, including a section on Italy.
Fodor's, www.fodors.com, provides destination guides for most countries in Europe, including Italy.

Frommers, www.frommers.com, provides destination guides for countries worldwide, with a section on Europe, including Italy.

Italian Government Tourist Board, www.italiantourism.com, 630, Fifth Ave. - Suite 1565, NY – 10111 NEW YORK; Tel: 001212 - 2454822-2455618; Fax: 001212 - 5869249; enitny@italiantourism.com.
Italian State Tourist Board, www.enit.it, provides extensive travel information about Italy.
Italian State Tourist Board London, 1, Princes St, W1B 2AY London ; Tel: 0044 207 408 1254 or toll-free 00800 00482542; italy@italiantouristboard.co.uk
Lonely Planet Worldguide, www.lonelyplanet.com, provides a lot of useful travel information -- check out the link for Italy.
New York Times Travel, travel.nytimes.com, provides Destination Guides for most countries, with a section on Europe, including Italy.
Rough Guides Destinations, travel.roughguides.com, offer a lot of useful travel advice and information for most countries, including Italy.
TravelNotes.org, www.travelnotes.org, provides destination guides for many countries worldwide, with a section on Europe, including Italy.
Eurotrotter.com, www.eurotrotter.com, in its Europe section, provides useful links and resources for travelers, with a section on Italy.
ViaMichelin, www.viamichelin.com, is a comprehensive route-planning website for Europe, including Italy, with maps, hotel reservations and travel information.
WorldHum.com, worldhum.com, offers some excellent articles and posts on Italy.

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 Working while Living in Italy

See TransitionsAbroad.com's sections on

for information on working in Italy in addition to our resource-intensive article archive on Living in Italy.

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