Italy
Why do people move to Italy?
When we asked people why foreigners move to Italy, they responded...
"People move to Italy for various reasons, including its rich cultural heritage and high quality of life. Many are attracted to the Mediterranean climate, beautiful countryside, and renowned cuisine while the slower pace of life and emphasis on family and social connections appeal to those seeking a more relaxed lifestyle. Additionally, educational and professional opportunities in fields such as fashion, design, and culinary arts attract individuals looking to advance their careers in creative industries," wrote Brian Viola from Italian For A While.
I am a language immersion traveler—after a Gap Year in Australia, I began working to encourage this experience in my own country: Italy!
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"I am in the region of Abruzzo east of Lazio (Rome) and I specifically live on the Adriatic coast in Alba Adriatica. I arrived in June 2021. When people ask me where I'm from and I tell them California 100% of them say why are you here? They clearly have a vision of California that is no longer the California I know. And that is why I'm here. They are fascinated with me because I am from California. Initially some may exercise caution but many of the folks have embraced me (possibly as a curiosity). I think I am the only Californian possibly the only American in Alba Adriatica. I do a lot of cycling and the region is extremely conducive to cycling. The Italians have a love-hate relationship however with cyclists. They love to see an Italian cyclist do well on TV and are very passionate about that! But when they’re behind the wheel and you’re riding your bike on the road you have to be vigilant about keeping your eyes open because they are incredibly impatient and do not care for cyclists. The food is great and it is a lot less expensive here than it is in California. Coming from Napa Valley I'm a little partial to the Bordeaux blends/heavy red wine and the wines featured in Abruzzo are great but it has taken some getting used to. As the only Californian in a relatively small community you have to be extra careful to make sure there are no misunderstandings or unintended offensive remarks made. News travels fast and everybody knows everybody's business. The proximity to the European continent is fantastic. August at the beach is hot, humid and full of tourists so this August I will spend the whole month in the French Alps with my bike. The "dolce vita" in Italy is ever present!," said another in Abruzzo, Italy.
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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.
