worldcitizeninrome
Canadian expat in Italy
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Registration: 24 February 2011
Landlords in Rome
Hi All, So I'm looking to move. We're in a 1 bedroom right now and I would like a 2 bedroom with balcony somewhere in the Montesacro, Prati Fiscali area. I have been super fortunate in the two landlords I have had in Italy so far. But I know its ... Read More
Cost of living by Yurichan326
I'm planning to move to Rome in March (and staying for about 6 months). I'm trying to figure out how much I need to save to cover the cost of living. I would also like to learn the language and hire a tutor. Does anyone have an idea of how much I ...
As with all cities, cost of living can vary depending on where you stay. On average you can find a room in a shared apartment from around Euro 400 and up in areas well connected by public trasport but not exactly in the centre. Ofcourse the further ... Read More
English teacher
Hey Katy, There are lots of organizations that hold happy hour aka apperivios once a month. Google: AICR - American Internationa Club of Rome (once a month) English Yellow Pages Rome (usually a nice meet and greet once a season, lots of ... Read More
where can I buy a mosquito net in Rome; also malaria drugs
Not sure about the mosquito net, you could check Decathalon, which is a sporting shop so they might have it in their camping section. Although it isn't camping season so I don't know, but you could try. if all else fails, I'm sure you can find it on ... Read More
Successful job interview in Italy
Hi Julie My experience so far has been varied. When I had to do interviews in Italian (mine was quite poor at first) it generally had to be in very formal language. This ofcourse depends on the person interviewing you, but in general I found you ... Read More
what should 谋 do 谋n rome??
several web-sites will give you aplethora of info. Just google "what to do in Rome" and you will get a tonne of info! 6 days is a good amount of time and there is lots to see! Read More
Public transportation in Rome
There are two metro lines (a third under construction). Fare is 1 euro at the moment for bus and metro within the city limits. There are also trains between suburbs and nearby towns, fares range for this mode. If you want to go about only in the ... Read More
Young mamma, new here!
Hi Fanie! I'm canadian too! Where are you from? I'm going back to Toronto in a couple of weeks for a couple of weeks and will be back in end of June as well. check out the http://canadianclubofrome.blogspot.com/ I'm a member, but you don't have ... Read More
Where can I find Wedding stuff in Rome?
Favours are called Bombeniere, some shops have this alone as their sign. Given that your wedding is less than a month away I suppose finding the stuff on-line might be a challenge in terms of delivery time. But you could try and see if they can ... Read More
Looking to buy a used scooter in Rome
Hello! I am looking to buy a used 125cc scooter that is no older than 2008 and has no more than 20,000km on it. My budget is around 1,250 euro. I've been checking the following sites, but if anyone knows of any other that I could be checking, ... Read More
moving to Italy (Rome, Milan or Teramo) by 4c1d
Hello everyone. Well, I'm new at this forum and thinking into moving to Italy (Rome, Milan or Teramo) and I'm going to work and study in any of those cities and I would like to know an updated budget to live on those cities. I'm moving in with my ...
Yes getting a job here is next to impossible. Unemployment is really high compared to other european countries and so rightly so they look to give locals jobs. The fact that you speak Italian might help you. What is it that you do for work? Milan ... Read More
Find a job for a canadian by barbaralachance
Hi everybody, I am canadian and I am wondering what is the process to work in Italy? I have a degree in Electrical Engineering and i'd love to work in Italy. (I can speak french, english and a little italian) Is it possible to go to Italy as a ...
Hello fellow Canadian! With a degree like yours I would try to go to France or Switzerland even since you speak French. Italy is one of the poorer European countries with a miriad of economical issues right now and it would be really really ... Read More
Where is the best place to stay in Rome?? long & short term
Hey there, Are you looking at hostels or hotels? Central is doable, although at that time of May its sort of the beginning of peak tourist season. But anywhere along the metro lines should be fine as well. Try not to go more than 5 stops away from ... Read More
How to make friends in Rome by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Rome :top: [b]Which are your best tips to ...
there are several meet up groups (meetup.com) and there is an American group that organizes a cocktail every first friday of the month which I go to once in a while as well. Its not just for Americans. (American International Club of Rome). There ... Read More
How do I start the process? by Monark
I am currently living in Cape Town, working at an International Law firm doing transcribing in Sea Point and also studying Dispensing Optics at University. I would like to work in Rome (preferably at an Optometrist as an Optician) but I have no ...
Hi Monark, You might have to visit Italy a couple of times to job hunt. Getting a work visa or any kinda visa other than the visit one is near impossible. Employers generally won't help, because they would have to prove that they cannot find your ... Read More
Where can I find Buttermilk in Rome? by worldcitizeninrome
Hello!! I'm craving southern fried chicken and corn bread and both recipes call for buttermilk!! Anyone know where I can find it in Rome? Or what its called in Italian? Grazie! Neeya http://worldcitizeninrome.blogspot.com/
Thanks for the home made suggestions all! Now that I know how easy it is to make I'll never buy it! Grazie! Read More
Where can I find Buttermilk in Rome?
Hello!! I'm craving southern fried chicken and corn bread and both recipes call for buttermilk!! Anyone know where I can find it in Rome? Or what its called in Italian? Grazie! Neeya http://worldcitizeninrome.blogspot.com/ Read More
What's your favorite Book all time ? by Ayten Mehaya
[b] What's your favorite Book, and who's your favorite writer??? What do you most like about the book, Do you have something special to share about it ? I also want some suggestions for Books to read.[/b]
A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson. Spectacularly written book about various facts of life and interesting tid-bits of this world and universe we live in that you just don't think about normally but wows you when you read it in ... Read More
Which city is the best place to live in every aspect, your dream city? by Mind
Hi everyone, I've travelled quiet a lot when I was younger. There were beautiful cities I saw, some chaotic and lively, some really too problematic to live, some totally organized but with people in it without joy of life, no cooking culture, no ...
I've lived in 7 cities Mangalore, Bahrain, Dubai, Halifax, Toronto, Milan and Rome. I would have to say Toronto is my favourite so far, its super multi-cultural, very friendly people and if you have an average job you can live a comfortable enough ... Read More
those of you with spouses with a different mother tongue.. by ECS
whose language do you speak on a daily basis? Yours? Theirs? A third language entirely? Can you speak each other's languages?
I was born in India to parents who are both Indian but speak completely different languages, so we spoke English at home and I only ever learnt English. I moved to Canada, because Canadian and thought I should learn French, but it was difficult, no ... Read More
health cards
you can find information on permits here: portaleimmigrazione.it/ Having a job helps, otherwise its almost impossible. As for health cards I'm not sure myself yet. I came as a student and bought health insurance, although if you are seriously ill ... Read More
I wish to be in Venice by Chetna
Hola. My dream destination is Venice.. I wish to go there and never come back again :) So here's the thing... I am currently in the field of Media.. Television direction and production to be more precise. I need to know if there is a course in ...
Without Italian even in the main cities like Rome and Italy getting any kind of job is quite difficult especially one as specialized as yours! I too came from the tv production industry, although I am trying to switch gears a bit so I'm not looking ... Read More
How do I get a work visa expeditiously??? by kyuhl
I am trying to move to Milan or Rome from the USA to teach Business English, and it appears that I have to make 2 trips just to get the paperwork completed! Is this really true? One trip to find a job and register with the police station and the ...
Yes must have job, and getting a job is not easy. Tonnes of English teachers here, business and conversation. And many turn to teaching English from other professions as well due to lack of finding a job in their profession. So definitely find a ... Read More
requierements to apply residence permit.please help. by joyce_megs
hello,I just want to ask some information.I am a filipina,I worked in a family here in italy.They want me to give a permit but they dont know what are the requirements to get the permit.I am almost 3 months here and my schengen visa expired ...
Yes I too think that if your schengen visa has expired it might be a problem for you. But check this web-site for information: portaleimmigrazione.it/ Cheers Neeya worldcitizeninrome.blogspot.com/ Read More