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Ruthie05
  4/22/2022 11:43 EST

Has anyone lived in both countries? We’re both fluent in both languages….How to choose?

Napol01
  4/26/2022 01:21 EST

My husband & I lived in Lecce for almost 3 years and moved to Nîmes, France July 2021 where we are still living. If you would like you can PM me and I will gladly share with you my thoughts in living in Italy and France.

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Just815
  1/10/2023 14:56 EST

So I’m just starting to look into the move. We are from NY and have never lived outside the US. My husband is Italian but does not speak the language. His mothers cousin lives in Vasto Italy. He’s only third generation Italian American. So this is one reason I want to look into italy. The reason for France is well my mother recently passed and her dream was to visit Paris but never was able to. For me, Europe has always been on my radar.
My husband works remote and my children are currently in 3rd grade. We love nature, animals, warm weather. My husband loves the mountains bc he rides. My children and I love the water.
I love to hear more about your thoughts and experiences. Also feel free to ask away…
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AFS1948
  1/10/2023 15:43 EST

I was born in Abruzzo and, for this reason, I visit relatives that live only minutes from Vasto. It is so beautiful there. You have mountains near-by for riding and the Adriatic Sea is right there. These are some of the most beautiful beaches in Italy. Pescara is near-by and is a nice size city w/lots of pedestrian amenities, good restaurants, shopping, etc. You should definitely consider this area of Italy. It is mostly tourist free except for the summer months. Abbruzo is Wine Enthusiast's wine region of the year. I love this region of Italy so much.

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