How to Make Milan Feel like Home
If you’re unfamiliar with the local language and culture, moving to a new city and adapting to a new culture might be intimidating. But rest assured you, with the right approach, you can meet any init...
Milan’s Rise as a Fintech Hub
Milan, Italy’s financial hub and a city that has long stood at the crossroads of commerce and culture, is fast becoming one of Europe’s leading destinations for fintech innovation. This transformation...
Talking to Saint Andrew
According to Christian tradition, Saint Andrew was born in 7 or 6 BC in Galilee. In 30 AD, Andrew and his brother Peter were summoned by Jesus to give up their trade as fishermen to become “fishers ...
Diwali Festival in Milan
Diwali is one of the most prominent festivals in India, celebrated globally by Hindus Sikhs and Jains. Its roots date back 2500 years. The festival is all about celebrating the triumph of good over ev...
Top Free Museums in Milan
Milan is a cultural hub packed with history and art. As one of the fashion capitals of the world, there is much to explore if you are an art lover in this lively city, and what’s better is you get to ...
Meeting New People in Milan
Moving to a new city by yourself can be stressful, especially when it comes to meeting new people and making friends. Fortunately, there are countless opportunities to do just that, but where do you e...
Emotional Planning for Studying Abroad
Emotional Prep 101 For many university students, a highlight of the college years is the chance to live abroad for a semester – or even a year – and experience life and school in a completely new cult...
The Art of Bargain Hunting: Discovering Milan’s Shopping Districts
Milan, the beating heart of Italian fashion, is renowned worldwide for its chic, sophisticated style. An experience in Milan is not complete without a shopping excursion. A walk down Via Monte Napoleo...
A Guide to Scooter Sharing in Milan
Getting around Milan has gotten more exciting since the appearance of electric scooters, offering an easy, fun and eco-friendly way to move around and explore the city. We have put together this guide...
Best Outdoor Events in Milan this July
The unseasonably wet and windy weather of June has (hopefully) passed: Bring on the sunshine and warm summer evenings! Milan, at this time of year, always has a lot of outdoor events on offer: from mu...
What to Say in a Job Interview in English
Getting a job can be difficult, especially if your interview is English! Let’s try and make things a bit easier! In this article we will look at some typical questions you might be asked in your inter...
Scottish Country Dancing – Truly Something Magical
There really is something magical about Scottish Country Dancing (SCD). And that something has rubbed off on us, the Milan Scottish Country Dancers. What other activity can you do from the age of 8 to...
Gluten-Free and Lactose-Free Places in Milan
Following on from our last article about finding vegetarian and vegan options in Milan, this month we look at mainly gluten-free options in the city, as well as some lactose-free choices. This can be ...
A Guide to Separation & Child Custody in Italy
Family law in Italy is undergoing significant changes, recognizing the diverse needs of families going through separation. Courts are now open to solutions that benefit children, with the priority of ...
Top Lunch Spots in Milan
Italy is synonymous with good food, but it is also a place that is known to savor their breaks – especially lunch breaks! Of course, pasta and pizza are usually the top two lunch choices, but Milan is...
A Guide to Car Sharing in Milan
Did you know that Milan has the biggest car-sharing system in Italy? This system has first been introduced in 2001 due to its easy convenience and is currently present with five operators offering thi...
Luxury Getaway from Milan: Wine, Shopping, & Culture
After you have explored Milan’s city center and familiarize yourself with its immediate surroundings, it’s time for a weekend getaway to the tranquil countryside. One of our favorite destinations for ...
Benvenuto Soirée
As Benvenuto Club wraps up another successful year, the club stands tall with 315 members, a testament to collective growth and engagement. Throughout this period, countless meaningful moments, nurtur...
Formal vs Informal English
How to find the right tone when speaking English When I talk in English to Italians (something I do a lot because of my job), I am always struck by the fact that people here are either too formal in t...
What Are Expats & Where Do They Live?
What is an Expat? The word “expat”, short for “expatriate” literally means “outside your native country (ex patria)”, so expats are basically people who live abroad. Expats are often distinguished fro...
Vegetarian and Vegan Places in Milan
Every vegetarian and vegan in Italy has a story to tell that involves going to a restaurant or bar, asking about the veggie options and ends with the bemused waiter shrugging and offering them a salad...
Exploring Milano Porta Romana
It is generally agreed by both inhabitants of Milan and visitors that Porta Romana is one of the most charming areas of the city. The district is a mix of the old and the new with elegant, mainly resi...
A Guide to Bike Sharing in Milan
While Milan is an easily walkable city, and you can reach your destination quickly by foot, there are also various types of rental vehicles that you can use to get around the city. Bike-sharing is by ...
New York-Style Living in Milan’s Green Border
In 1927 the great Modernist architect Le Corbusier wrote: “A house is a machine for living in”. Just over a hundred years later, this sentence is still true, except that nowadays buyers expect that ma...
Exploring Milano NoLo District
NoLo: Milan’s Coolest “New” Quarter Milan is constantly changing: former run-down and abandoned industrial areas, such as Porta Nuova, Portello and P.ta Genova have been infused with new life and have...
Exploring Milano Portello District
In this article, Robert continues his exploration of some of Milan’s newest iconic architecture and reveals the links between the city’s industrial past and its present as a vibrant business, financia...
Carnevale Ambrosiano- Carnival in Milan
Carnival in Milan follows the Ambrosian rite Il Carnevale di Milano is celebrated on the day before the beginning of Lent. Carnival in Milan follows the Ambrosian rite and is celebrated one week afte...
What is a SPID Digital Identity in Italy
If you are planning to move to Italy, you will find that there is a sea of bureaucracy to navigate. One item on the essentials list is a SPID ID. What is a SPID ID? SPID stands for Sistema Pubblico di...
Exploring Milano Palazzo Lombardia
Tall Tales and Italy’s Obsession with Height WARNING: Given that’s there only so much you can say about the various configurations of glass, steel and concrete without running the risk of sounding sli...
Useful Contact Numbers in Italy
Settling into a new country comes with its own set of challenges. We understand the importance of having quick access to essential services to make your transition smoother. We’ve put together a list ...