48 Hours in Nice & Monaco
One of the great things about living in Milan is how easy it is to travel to other places from here because public transportation is so easily accessible. This weekend, I took a 48-hour trip to Nice, ...
One of the great things about living in Milan is how easy it is to travel to other places from here because public transportation is so easily accessible. This weekend, I took a 48-hour trip to Nice, ...
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 Is a Codice Fiscale? A codice fiscale (fiscal code) is an essential Italian tax identification number, one of the key requirements for an Italian immigrant, among other things. It identifies fore...
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...
Piano City Milano is the first-ever city-wide festival in Milan that celebrates the piano as an instrument of cultural significance and artistic expression. Since its first appearance in 2011, the eve...
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 ...
The ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ for registering ๐ถ๐ ๐ญ๐ญ:๐ฑ๐ต๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ฆ๐ง ๐ผ๐ป ๐ง๐๐ฒ๐๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ ๐ญ๐ด ๐๐๐ป๐ฒ. If you are a British or eligible Irish citizen living abroad who has previously lived in the UK or been registered to vote in the UK, yo...
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...
Taxes โ such a small word yet it can produce such intense emotions in many. Knowing that they can be a sore spot for many, Italyโs decision to entice more people to return โ or enter โ Italy by offeri...
Milan is known for its beautiful sights around the city, but it is also the perfect home-base to depart from for day and weekend trips. One quick and easy weekend trip is to the cities of Modena and M...
The Department of State is pleased to announce that U.S. Embassy Rome and Consulates General Milan, Naples and Florence will begin supporting online payments for: U.S. citizens applying for theirย firs...
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 ...
When one thinks of the south, images of oceans and refreshing cocktails coupled with the feeling of the sun on your skin spring to mind, right? Well, combine that with delicious food, stunning archite...
NoLo: Milanโs Coolest โNewโ 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...
Easter is a Christian holiday that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Generally, Easter in Italy is celebrated for two days: Pasqua (Easter Sunday) and Pasquetta (Easter Monday). Even thou...
If you are a US citizen living outside the United States, under US tax law, you could be subject to US capital gains tax on the sale of your non-US home. It doesnโt matter where the sale of the home i...
Earlier this month, theย IRS announced the 2024 tax filing season will open on January 29, Iโve already received emails from people asking about how to file their US tax return for this year. For Ameri...
While we hope for a smooth experience during your time in Italy, itโs wise to be prepared for unexpected moments. Knowing how to communicate urgent needs in Italian can be invaluable. In this guide, w...
One of, if not the most gorgeous of all landscapes in northern Italy, is the Dolomites in the Italian Alps. This 18-peak mountain range that rises above 10,000 feet is a Unesco World Heritage site tha...
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. Weโve put together a list ...
Probably the most interesting thing about the three skyscrapers known as โle Tre Torreโ (the three towers) of CityLife is something that you canโt see from the ground โ and which you might easily neve...
Moving to a new city can be both exciting and daunting. One of the most challenging aspects is navigating the culture and finding your place within its community. If youโre an expat looking to find yo...
Here we go againโฆthe holidays!ย For some, it really is the most wonderful time of the year, but for many of us, itโs more of a mixed bag: holiday stress, added expenses, family (with all the good and ...
October 20, 2023 Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Depart...
According to Christian tradition, Saint Andrew was born in 7 or 6 BC in Galilee.ย In 30 AD, Andrew and his brother Peter were summoned by Jesus to give up their trade as fishermen to become โfishers of...
New headquarters for the Canadian Consulate in Milan were inaugurated on 10 October, at Via Verziere 11, in the presence of the Canadian Ambassador of Italy, Elissa Golberg, and the Mayor of Milan, Gi...
Halloween, celebrated October 31st, is a fairly new entry on the Italian festivities calendar. All Saintโs Day, celebrated on November 1st is a recognized holiday, therefore, shops, schools, banks and...
Douglass Benning joined the Department of State in 1996 and is a member of the Senior Foreign Service with the rank of Minister-Counselor. From 2021 to 2023, Mr. Benning served as the Principal Deputy...