Florence, Italy
What do people like (and dislike) about Florence?
When we asked expats and global nomads what they like and dislike about living in Florence, they replied...
"My wife and I chose Florence to live in and we are incredibly pleased with our choice. The food, the art, the shopping, the lovely people, the stunning countryside, the proximity to so many other parts of Italy through Trenitalia or Peretola, or discount air travel through Pisa make us very happy indeed. We are fortunate to be retired and can spend our days experiencing life in this most beautiful of cities. I have read other reviews where people have had complaints, and IMO the attitude one brings to the country is what one ends up with. Relative to Canada, government services take longer and the process is usually more convoluted, but frankly, who cares? Things still get done and there is pretty much always a work around for the short term. In any event, there is always a wonderful enoteca just around the corner to spend an hour or two in to take any edge off," explained one expat living in Florence, Italy.
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"Expats and digital nomads living in Florence often appreciate the city's rich cultural heritage, its stunning architecture, and its vibrant art scene. They also enjoy the city's excellent food, its mild climate, and its proximity to other cities in Italy. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the cost of living in Florence to be quite high, and the city can be quite crowded during peak tourist season. Additionally, the language barrier can be a challenge for those who don't speak Italian," said another expat in Florence, Italy.
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What do people like (and dislike) about Florence?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
