What is most exciting thing to do in Italy?
My family (two parents about 50 and my brother (17) and myself (20) has traveled to Italy before and we are planning on going again in about a week. This time we want to bypass some of the usual stuff and have a really fun adventure, that is both active (but not too active so my whole family can keep up) and historical. My brother doesn't want to go because he wants something athletic that will keep him entertained. I am an art student and really looking forward to experiencing some of the art. Is there any way to keep us all appeased?
Other - Italy - 6 Answers
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AT your age,nude beaches would be fun. You are too young for Sport Bars and night life.
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My suggestion is to find a region, and go off and have fun. Dont plan to much ahead of time, because then nothing will be spontaneous. I would suggest you pick a region, such as Tuscany, and make reservations at a hotel in a central area, and each day venture out and see what you can find to do...mabe ask the local people in the shops or resturants of nice things to do...and catch a train and go and see and do it. Also, since it is a family trip, you each need to get a turn to choose what you want to do (otherwise not everybody is going to have fun!) So mabe each of you could take a day (or two, depending on how long you will be there) and choose what you want to do on that day...so if your brother wants to go to the beaches or something on his day, you could all go to the beach, and mabe on your day you want to go and see some art work and historical buildings etc.
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It depends where in italy you go. Florence I loved first of all because of the amazing scenery, great places to take alot of photo shots and the cathederals are architecural incredible, something your parents would enjoy. Theres the Giotto’s bell tower (campanile) stands on the Cathedral square (Piazza del Duomo). The top, with its breathtaking panorama of Florence and the surrounding hills, can be reached by climbing 414 steps, something your brother would like doing. Then there is my favorite, the Uffizi museum, one of the most stunning works of art I have ever seen. On the top floor, there a huge terrace overlooking the city, amazing. Something you would enjoy. Theres lots of shops, some really interesting and different things you can buy which everyone can enjoy. Go to www.frommers.com for more ideas.
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Unfortunately it's late to get tickets for the Scavi tour. This is the tour of the archaeological excavations under St. Peter's. When in Rome go to Ostia Antica and then the beaches of Ostia. This is a good combination of art, history, and fun.
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People your age and older hang out on the Spanish steps in rome and also the trevi fountain which is the largest fountain in rome, 50 min from the spanish steps. You will see alot of activity and people. Bring your camera and snap pictures for memories. Make a wish in the Trevi Fountain and be sure to drink out of the fountains in rome as well, you will see people filling up waterbottles. Have fun!
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pizza, ice creams, if u're lucky u might find a few theme parks, but the best one in Italy is in garda .
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Friday, March 28, 2014
Friday, March 14, 2014
How would an African-American foreign exchange student be treated in Italy High school?
How would an African-American foreign exchange student be treated in Italy High school?
I plan on doing my 11th grade of high school in Italy through a foreign exchange program called YFU. It sounds great and everything, but I'm super nervous. Not only am I going to be away from my mom for a year, but I'll be in a country where people speak a different native language than I do. I'm excited, but I know that I will stand out because not only am I american, but I'm black. How will I be treated? Are people going to be mean to me? I'm shy when it comes to people I don't know, are they going to think I'm stand-offish? I'm friendly, but I'm quiet also. What will high school be like for me?
Other - Italy - 2 Answers
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You will be eaten alive.... you will get there and soon after you have to run.... run from everything. The people are crazy, and if you don't like pasta stack up on hot pockets and stuff like that. Woah. Great country bro, thats a great opportunity for you that should take you a long way. No... it's terrible I know these two chinese girls at my all-black school and they are so scary and isolated. If I were you I would look forward to it. But the people.... NO! the people of Italy will run you away. You won't make it. Good luck bro, it'll be a very enlightening experience.
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Don't worry, italy it's a safe and nice place, people are friendly, and they don't care if you are black, withe or green. guys love nice girls..pay attention. They love foreign people and help them. If you'll live in a big city you'll find many persons who speak english. So have a good time
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I plan on doing my 11th grade of high school in Italy through a foreign exchange program called YFU. It sounds great and everything, but I'm super nervous. Not only am I going to be away from my mom for a year, but I'll be in a country where people speak a different native language than I do. I'm excited, but I know that I will stand out because not only am I american, but I'm black. How will I be treated? Are people going to be mean to me? I'm shy when it comes to people I don't know, are they going to think I'm stand-offish? I'm friendly, but I'm quiet also. What will high school be like for me?
Other - Italy - 2 Answers
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You will be eaten alive.... you will get there and soon after you have to run.... run from everything. The people are crazy, and if you don't like pasta stack up on hot pockets and stuff like that. Woah. Great country bro, thats a great opportunity for you that should take you a long way. No... it's terrible I know these two chinese girls at my all-black school and they are so scary and isolated. If I were you I would look forward to it. But the people.... NO! the people of Italy will run you away. You won't make it. Good luck bro, it'll be a very enlightening experience.
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Don't worry, italy it's a safe and nice place, people are friendly, and they don't care if you are black, withe or green. guys love nice girls..pay attention. They love foreign people and help them. If you'll live in a big city you'll find many persons who speak english. So have a good time
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Friday, March 7, 2014
How can I go to Italy this summer?
How can I go to Italy this summer?
I would really love to get away this summer (to italy) and I wanted to study abroad but that would cost 7000 for only 5 weeks. I am wondering if anyone had any ideas? I was thinking maybe finding a family I could teach english to their children or I could be a part time nanny. The only problem is that I don't have much money to spend (I am a college student) and I would need to make money to stay over there for the summer.
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First, this depends heavily on where you come from. If you're from the US or other places outside the EU, it is illegal for you to work here without a visa that permits it. You can come here for tourism for up to 90 days without a visa, but you can't work here. If you're coming from Canada, then there is the possibility of a working holiday visa if you plan to be here more than 90 days. This is not available to citizens of the US because the US does not have a recriprocal arrangement. Visa information is available at this site including application forms and addresses of the consulates in your country where you can apply: http://www.esteri.it/visti/home_eng.asp The best way to connect with a family may be to go through an agency that specializes in au pair placements. However, you would be expected to be working most of the time. Many cities, including the small one where I live, have language schools which often employ young people for short terms (several months). However, the English language instructors will usually be from the UK since they don't require work visas and there's much less paperwork involved in hiring them.
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I'd ditch the teach English idea. If I were you, I'd drop out of school for a year. Your parents would be so pleased. But listen... Work the winter in Alaska at a canary. Now you've got $30K. Spend the Spring and Summer in Italy stay at hostels, meet cool friends and start school again in the Fall. You may never have another chance to do this.
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by plane
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I would really love to get away this summer (to italy) and I wanted to study abroad but that would cost 7000 for only 5 weeks. I am wondering if anyone had any ideas? I was thinking maybe finding a family I could teach english to their children or I could be a part time nanny. The only problem is that I don't have much money to spend (I am a college student) and I would need to make money to stay over there for the summer.
Other - Italy - 3 Answers
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First, this depends heavily on where you come from. If you're from the US or other places outside the EU, it is illegal for you to work here without a visa that permits it. You can come here for tourism for up to 90 days without a visa, but you can't work here. If you're coming from Canada, then there is the possibility of a working holiday visa if you plan to be here more than 90 days. This is not available to citizens of the US because the US does not have a recriprocal arrangement. Visa information is available at this site including application forms and addresses of the consulates in your country where you can apply: http://www.esteri.it/visti/home_eng.asp The best way to connect with a family may be to go through an agency that specializes in au pair placements. However, you would be expected to be working most of the time. Many cities, including the small one where I live, have language schools which often employ young people for short terms (several months). However, the English language instructors will usually be from the UK since they don't require work visas and there's much less paperwork involved in hiring them.
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I'd ditch the teach English idea. If I were you, I'd drop out of school for a year. Your parents would be so pleased. But listen... Work the winter in Alaska at a canary. Now you've got $30K. Spend the Spring and Summer in Italy stay at hostels, meet cool friends and start school again in the Fall. You may never have another chance to do this.
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by plane
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Saturday, March 1, 2014
How would an African-American foreign exchange student be treated in Italy High school?
How would an African-American foreign exchange student be treated in Italy High school?
I plan on doing my 11th grade of high school in Italy through a foreign exchange program called YFU. It sounds great and everything, but I'm super nervous. Not only am I going to be away from my mom for a year, but I'll be in a country where people speak a different native language than I do. I'm excited, but I know that I will stand out because not only am I american, but I'm black. How will I be treated? Are people going to be mean to me? I'm shy when it comes to people I don't know, are they going to think I'm stand-offish? I'm friendly, but I'm quiet also. What will high school be like for me?
Rome - 2 Answers
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Hi, I am Italian. In Italy these discriminations between white and black people don't exist. We don't have a past of slavery, so none will put attention on you colour but on your brain. Have a nice time during your holiday. Ciao!
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I am not Italian, but I have spent 4 months there last year. And I noticed that Italians hate black people, since the majority of them work in black market (selling handbags and sunglasses replicas). I often heard people discriminating black, (I can still remember the tour guide lady from my first trip). Italy is a very nice place and my favorite country ever, but I advise you to visit Italy as a tourist first. Being away from your mom for one year is difficult. Please think about this thoroughly, high school is already tough to go through. Best of luck
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I plan on doing my 11th grade of high school in Italy through a foreign exchange program called YFU. It sounds great and everything, but I'm super nervous. Not only am I going to be away from my mom for a year, but I'll be in a country where people speak a different native language than I do. I'm excited, but I know that I will stand out because not only am I american, but I'm black. How will I be treated? Are people going to be mean to me? I'm shy when it comes to people I don't know, are they going to think I'm stand-offish? I'm friendly, but I'm quiet also. What will high school be like for me?
Rome - 2 Answers
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Hi, I am Italian. In Italy these discriminations between white and black people don't exist. We don't have a past of slavery, so none will put attention on you colour but on your brain. Have a nice time during your holiday. Ciao!
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I am not Italian, but I have spent 4 months there last year. And I noticed that Italians hate black people, since the majority of them work in black market (selling handbags and sunglasses replicas). I often heard people discriminating black, (I can still remember the tour guide lady from my first trip). Italy is a very nice place and my favorite country ever, but I advise you to visit Italy as a tourist first. Being away from your mom for one year is difficult. Please think about this thoroughly, high school is already tough to go through. Best of luck
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