Free Sunday Museums: Domenica al Museo
Milan offers residents and visitors alike a unique opportunity to delve into its cultural heritage. Every first Sunday of the month, Milan opens its door to art enthusiasts, history lovers, or just cu...
MIART
Held annually in April and organised by Fiera Milano and directed by Nicola Ricciardi, Miart – Milan’s International Modern and Contemporary Art Fair – is the exhibition that presents the largest chro...
Milano Fashion Week
Milan Fashion Week stands as one of the most important international events in the fashion industry, and is expected by both professionals and fashion enthusiasts who are more attentive to emerging tr...
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...
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 ...
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...
Teatro alla Scala
Nestled in the heart of the city, La Scala, Milan’s renowned opera house, is considered among the most prestigious theaters in the world. For over two centuries, it has captivated its audience through...
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...
Milano Public Transport To and From the Airport
Whether you’re arriving or departing, Milan offers quick and simple transportation options from each of its three airports. In this guide, you can find everything you need to know to make your journey...
Finding a Job in Milan as a Young Adult
As a young person, securing employment in Milan can be challenging due to language barriers and competitive markets. We’ve put together this guide to help you navigate the job market in Milan, includi...
Overcoming the Language Barrier
Moving to Milan brings excitement but also the challenge of adapting to a new language environment. This guide aims to provide insights and recommendations for those recently arrived in Milan and deal...
Italy Beer Week
Italy Beer Week represents the evolution of Craft Beer Week, which had been the foremost national celebration in the sector for a decade. For many Italians, craft beer is no longer a new discovery, in...
MIA Photo Fair
MIA Photo Fair is an annual event known as one of the most important art fairs dedicated to photography in Italy, created with the aim of highlighting the transverse role that photography has to play ...
Milano Summer Festival
Milano Summer Festival is an annual event that brings the city to life with a vibrant line-up of music and experiences. Held during the summer months, this festival showcases the big names of both the...
Milano Latin Festival
The Milano Latin Festival is an ideal journey into the Latin American scene, a festival that has been part of the Milanese summer for over 30 years. You can experience the rich cultures, traditions, c...
The Social Walking Festival
The Social Walking Festival is a celebration of the art of walking, emphasizing the concept of ‘Social Walking’ to promote thought provoking travel and garner a sense of territorial understanding thro...
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 ...
British Citizens Voting From Overseas
The 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 for registering 𝗶𝘀 𝟭𝟭:𝟱𝟵𝗣𝗠 𝗕𝗦𝗧 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟴 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲. 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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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