Can a US student in France travel to other countries?
Hi. I'm an American student planning on studying in Paris next August-May(1 school year) and I will have a student visa. I was wondering if I would be able to travel between countries during my vacation times/weekends. For example if I wanted to take an extended weekend trip to Italy, would I be able to do that on my student visa, or am I restricted to the country? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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You'll be able to visit all Euros's Countries without any problem. Passport checked to visit other places like Switzerland, but not a problem at all.
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It depends on your passport. Student visa are national visa which do not authorize travel to other countries. Your US passport however waives the visa requirement for travel as tourist for up to 90 days in a 180 day period. Passport holders of the following countries are visa waived for the Schengen area: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, USA, Uruguay, Vatican City, and Venezuela. Citizens of other non-EU countries require a visa prior to travel. Switzerland will become a Schengen country by the end of this week. Regular Passport controls will be eliminated on land borders however custom controls will still take place. Source(s): http://www.esteri.it/visti/home_eng.asp
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Saturday, December 28, 2013
Saturday, December 14, 2013
I am a student about to study abroad in Europe. What is the cheapest way to travel?
I am a student about to study abroad in Europe. What is the cheapest way to travel?
I am based in France and have 4-5 weekends to travel. One weekend is for London, one weekend is for Florence and one weekend in Ansterdam. I will also be in Italy for 10 days.. Best way to save me money and see all what I can? I am a 20 year old female with a International Student ID. Good hostels? Train advice?
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I was on Erasmus in Antwerp (Belgium) 2 years ago, we used to travel every weekend. Usually we used Ryanair (ryanair.com) to travel to the UK, Spain, Portugal etc. Basically you should check: - Ryanair deals, can be very cheap if you buy in advance - other cheap airlines like Easyget - Eurolines (international bus service) - sometimes they offer discounts and good weekend-away deals - Train company discounts I don't know any hostels in these cities cos I usually stay by my friends :) If you wanna go really cheap register on couchsurfing.com and look for the hosts. If you don't wanna stay by anyone, you can also simply look for the guides. Sometimes it's good to have someone local who can show you around :) The better you organize your trips the more you can save, believe me!
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There are several budget airlines operating here; a couple of good sites for finding relatively cheap flights are: http://www.skyscanner.it/ and http://www.whichbudget.com/ . The German train website is very good for determining schedules throughout Europe: http://www.bahn.de/i/view/USA/en/index.shtml , but you'll need the local sites to price and book tickets: http://www.ferroviedellostato.it/homepage_en.html (Italy) , http://www.sncf.com/en_EN/flash/ (France) , http://www.ns.nl/cs/Satellite/travellers (Netherlands). You can find others with a simple search. If you're staying in or near Paris, the night train is a very good option for travel to/from Florence. This is especially true if you buy tickets in advance and can get the "smart price" discount which will cost 35 euro for a berth in a 6 bed compartment. This is an excellent site for train travel: http://www.seat61.com/ and can help you determine whether a Eurail pass is worthwhile for you or not.
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I am based in France and have 4-5 weekends to travel. One weekend is for London, one weekend is for Florence and one weekend in Ansterdam. I will also be in Italy for 10 days.. Best way to save me money and see all what I can? I am a 20 year old female with a International Student ID. Good hostels? Train advice?
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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I was on Erasmus in Antwerp (Belgium) 2 years ago, we used to travel every weekend. Usually we used Ryanair (ryanair.com) to travel to the UK, Spain, Portugal etc. Basically you should check: - Ryanair deals, can be very cheap if you buy in advance - other cheap airlines like Easyget - Eurolines (international bus service) - sometimes they offer discounts and good weekend-away deals - Train company discounts I don't know any hostels in these cities cos I usually stay by my friends :) If you wanna go really cheap register on couchsurfing.com and look for the hosts. If you don't wanna stay by anyone, you can also simply look for the guides. Sometimes it's good to have someone local who can show you around :) The better you organize your trips the more you can save, believe me!
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There are several budget airlines operating here; a couple of good sites for finding relatively cheap flights are: http://www.skyscanner.it/ and http://www.whichbudget.com/ . The German train website is very good for determining schedules throughout Europe: http://www.bahn.de/i/view/USA/en/index.shtml , but you'll need the local sites to price and book tickets: http://www.ferroviedellostato.it/homepage_en.html (Italy) , http://www.sncf.com/en_EN/flash/ (France) , http://www.ns.nl/cs/Satellite/travellers (Netherlands). You can find others with a simple search. If you're staying in or near Paris, the night train is a very good option for travel to/from Florence. This is especially true if you buy tickets in advance and can get the "smart price" discount which will cost 35 euro for a berth in a 6 bed compartment. This is an excellent site for train travel: http://www.seat61.com/ and can help you determine whether a Eurail pass is worthwhile for you or not.
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Saturday, December 7, 2013
If you had a choice, France, Italy, or Switzerland?
If you had a choice, France, Italy, or Switzerland?
If you were to be a foreign exchange student, France, Italy, or Switzerland?
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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Switzerland
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i'm italian and i can ensure you that it's awesome... we've got lots of problems and defects but italy's marvellous. if you can stay in florence, venice or rome even a short time you're gonna love them, art, fashion and history... but i visited france and switzerland, cos i live in the north near the lake maggiore (very colse to switzerland) and they're beautiful too, but not as italy (for me...)... but in spring i'll do a student exchange with a school in brig (switzerland) and i think i'll have a lot of fun
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I am swiss but i life here in the us now for 18month. if to learn something is your number one priority then go to switzerland. the people are not as open as italians but you wont have any problems with that. swiss people usually speak pretty good english. italy is nice too, bt they dont take it that serious all the time. i would go to switzerland since they have a french, italian and swiss german speaking part. so its a 3 for 1 combo ;-) good luck
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switzerland
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If you were to be a foreign exchange student, France, Italy, or Switzerland?
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Switzerland
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i'm italian and i can ensure you that it's awesome... we've got lots of problems and defects but italy's marvellous. if you can stay in florence, venice or rome even a short time you're gonna love them, art, fashion and history... but i visited france and switzerland, cos i live in the north near the lake maggiore (very colse to switzerland) and they're beautiful too, but not as italy (for me...)... but in spring i'll do a student exchange with a school in brig (switzerland) and i think i'll have a lot of fun
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I am swiss but i life here in the us now for 18month. if to learn something is your number one priority then go to switzerland. the people are not as open as italians but you wont have any problems with that. swiss people usually speak pretty good english. italy is nice too, bt they dont take it that serious all the time. i would go to switzerland since they have a french, italian and swiss german speaking part. so its a 3 for 1 combo ;-) good luck
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switzerland
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Sunday, December 1, 2013
What do I need to know about studying abroad in Arezzo and/or being in Italy as a foreign student for 5 mo.?
What do I need to know about studying abroad in Arezzo and/or being in Italy as a foreign student for 5 mo.?
I am studying abroad in Arezzo, Italy at Uni. Siena @ Arezzo in Spring 2009. The semester runs February-June and I have a few questions: 1 - What are the normal temperatures February-Spring in Arezzo. 2 - What is there to do on a regular basis in the town? 3 - How long is the train ride to Florence? 4 - Is Arezzo an expensive place to live compared to the rest of Italia? 5 - Are there many English speakers in Arezzo? 6 - Any other information regarding daily life in Arezzo or information regarding exchange studying at the university would be helpful. I will be studying through my university's exchange program (Univ. of Oklahoma).
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You can easily look up the climate there! Watch out for pit pockets, and make sure you know enough of the language to find your way around incase you get lost. DON'T LOSE YOUR PASSPORT, it happened to me in Japan and let me tell you, IT'S VERY STRESSFUL TO GET A NEW ONE!! Have fun you lucky ducky!
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I am studying abroad in Arezzo, Italy at Uni. Siena @ Arezzo in Spring 2009. The semester runs February-June and I have a few questions: 1 - What are the normal temperatures February-Spring in Arezzo. 2 - What is there to do on a regular basis in the town? 3 - How long is the train ride to Florence? 4 - Is Arezzo an expensive place to live compared to the rest of Italia? 5 - Are there many English speakers in Arezzo? 6 - Any other information regarding daily life in Arezzo or information regarding exchange studying at the university would be helpful. I will be studying through my university's exchange program (Univ. of Oklahoma).
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You can easily look up the climate there! Watch out for pit pockets, and make sure you know enough of the language to find your way around incase you get lost. DON'T LOSE YOUR PASSPORT, it happened to me in Japan and let me tell you, IT'S VERY STRESSFUL TO GET A NEW ONE!! Have fun you lucky ducky!
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Thursday, November 28, 2013
What are the people of Italy like?
What are the people of Italy like?
I'm thinking of going to Italy next year as an exchange student and i would like to know a little bit more of Italian society so i thought i might ask some people in here. Im not looking for the person who answers "everyone is different" either, just tell me what you notice no matter how stereotypical. So far ive heard Italians are funny, informal, and interested in politics and food. Not punctual too. All these sound great so far!
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Like, uh, well, you know, they're like, uh, ITALIAN! Oh, and they're not all different, everyone is exactly the same. And they do like to eat political food, as you say. Campaign posters Parmesan is very popular, as is Speech Fettucini.
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When I was in Italy for a 2 week vacation the Italians for the most part seemed like warm and friendly people. Their culture was very family oriented I saw families/ kids everywhere but they almost always seemed well behaved. I wouldn't say that they dress casually they seemed to be very into fashion, both men and women. I didn't see any Italian men in shorts or tennis shoes at all. I think you should go for the exchange student thing, it would be a wonderful experience. p.s. The food was awesome!
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I'm thinking of going to Italy next year as an exchange student and i would like to know a little bit more of Italian society so i thought i might ask some people in here. Im not looking for the person who answers "everyone is different" either, just tell me what you notice no matter how stereotypical. So far ive heard Italians are funny, informal, and interested in politics and food. Not punctual too. All these sound great so far!
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Like, uh, well, you know, they're like, uh, ITALIAN! Oh, and they're not all different, everyone is exactly the same. And they do like to eat political food, as you say. Campaign posters Parmesan is very popular, as is Speech Fettucini.
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When I was in Italy for a 2 week vacation the Italians for the most part seemed like warm and friendly people. Their culture was very family oriented I saw families/ kids everywhere but they almost always seemed well behaved. I wouldn't say that they dress casually they seemed to be very into fashion, both men and women. I didn't see any Italian men in shorts or tennis shoes at all. I think you should go for the exchange student thing, it would be a wonderful experience. p.s. The food was awesome!
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Thursday, November 14, 2013
What is it like being a foreign exchange student?
What is it like being a foreign exchange student?
I'm from the USA, and I was thinking about taking a foreign exchange trip my junior year of high school for 11 months. I would be leaving so much behind, so I need to know if it is worth it to be an exchange student. We can go to the UK, Austria, Brazil, Italy, Guatomala, Russia, Japan, and many more countries. Please, help would be needed!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO cool! You'll surely never regret making such a move! Check into it more deeply. I'd suggest going where they speak a language you are studying.
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I'm from the USA, and I was thinking about taking a foreign exchange trip my junior year of high school for 11 months. I would be leaving so much behind, so I need to know if it is worth it to be an exchange student. We can go to the UK, Austria, Brazil, Italy, Guatomala, Russia, Japan, and many more countries. Please, help would be needed!
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SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO cool! You'll surely never regret making such a move! Check into it more deeply. I'd suggest going where they speak a language you are studying.
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Thursday, November 7, 2013
Who do i contact from people to people student ambassador programs to find out if i can use my mexican pass. ?
Who do i contact from people to people student ambassador programs to find out if i can use my mexican pass. ?
i am going on a trip with p2p student ambassador programs to france italy and malta and i need to find out who i need to contact to find information on whether i can use my mexican passort to travel and to come back into the u.s because i am not a u.s. citizen but i am a resident.
Embassies & Consulates - 2 Answers
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please contact them at this address : Our office hours are 6 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Friday (PT). Address: Dwight D. Eisenhower Building 110 S. Ferrall Street Spokane, WA 99202-4800 Phone: 509.534.0430 Fax: 877.284.4517 Remember to include the student's name, city, state and ZIP. E-mail: info@studentambassadors.org To receive a reply, you must include the student’s first and last name, city, state and ZIP in each e-mail so we can identify the student and the correct program. Because of the high volume of e-mail, please allow 2–3 business days for a reply. here is the home page : http://www.studentambassadors.org/tw_contact_us.asp
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You should contact People to People to confirm that they know you are a Legal Permanent Resident of the US with a Mexican passport so that their records are up to date: E-mail: info@ambassadorprograms.org Phone: (509) 534-0430 Fax: (877) 284-4517 Rest assured, though, that you may enter France, Italy, and Malta with a Mexican passport valid for at least 6-months beyond your date of entry. No visa is required. Embassy of France in Mexico City: http://www.consulfrance-mexico.org/principal/visas.htm Bon Voyage!
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i am going on a trip with p2p student ambassador programs to france italy and malta and i need to find out who i need to contact to find information on whether i can use my mexican passort to travel and to come back into the u.s because i am not a u.s. citizen but i am a resident.
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please contact them at this address : Our office hours are 6 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Friday (PT). Address: Dwight D. Eisenhower Building 110 S. Ferrall Street Spokane, WA 99202-4800 Phone: 509.534.0430 Fax: 877.284.4517 Remember to include the student's name, city, state and ZIP. E-mail: info@studentambassadors.org To receive a reply, you must include the student’s first and last name, city, state and ZIP in each e-mail so we can identify the student and the correct program. Because of the high volume of e-mail, please allow 2–3 business days for a reply. here is the home page : http://www.studentambassadors.org/tw_contact_us.asp
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You should contact People to People to confirm that they know you are a Legal Permanent Resident of the US with a Mexican passport so that their records are up to date: E-mail: info@ambassadorprograms.org Phone: (509) 534-0430 Fax: (877) 284-4517 Rest assured, though, that you may enter France, Italy, and Malta with a Mexican passport valid for at least 6-months beyond your date of entry. No visa is required. Embassy of France in Mexico City: http://www.consulfrance-mexico.org/principal/visas.htm Bon Voyage!
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Friday, November 1, 2013
How to be a foreign exchange student?
How to be a foreign exchange student?
I want to go to Italy for a while as a foreign exchange student. How do I go by doing this? I want a site I can go to to maybe help me with this. I want to try to find a free program for this too. I am 15. My Spanish teacher told me that you can be one at this age.
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Try speaking with the international office or academic office of your uni. Most good universities have annual student exchange programs.
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to bad 15 year olds aren't in a university... and i would think you could google it? just try it, and also, would you know how to speak enough of their language to get by?
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Since you're in high school, you'll have to go through your school. Talk to your counselors and have them help you find a program. When you find a school you're interested in, contact them. Do you know Italian? Unless you went to an English speaking school, you wouldn't be able to take courses, which means you would lose that whole year.
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There's this Erasmus program for exchange students within Europe borders I guess. They pay for everything and even give you some pocket money. Though you need to have some qualifications like your GPA or certain language exams in some cases etc... I think it changes for each university. You should check it from the web. I forgot to mention that; for the highschool level there are some exchange programs arranged by organizations like Rotary. I know many people who had been exchange students when they were in high school.
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You can do this, and you do not have to go through your school! I went to Japan through Youth For Understanding. I don't know if a 15 year old can go, but it'll take a while to apply and stuff. I was 16 when I went. You can even get scholarships and not have to pay for the program. You'll like it a lot. If you have any more questions, contact me.
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I want to go to Italy for a while as a foreign exchange student. How do I go by doing this? I want a site I can go to to maybe help me with this. I want to try to find a free program for this too. I am 15. My Spanish teacher told me that you can be one at this age.
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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Try speaking with the international office or academic office of your uni. Most good universities have annual student exchange programs.
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to bad 15 year olds aren't in a university... and i would think you could google it? just try it, and also, would you know how to speak enough of their language to get by?
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Since you're in high school, you'll have to go through your school. Talk to your counselors and have them help you find a program. When you find a school you're interested in, contact them. Do you know Italian? Unless you went to an English speaking school, you wouldn't be able to take courses, which means you would lose that whole year.
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There's this Erasmus program for exchange students within Europe borders I guess. They pay for everything and even give you some pocket money. Though you need to have some qualifications like your GPA or certain language exams in some cases etc... I think it changes for each university. You should check it from the web. I forgot to mention that; for the highschool level there are some exchange programs arranged by organizations like Rotary. I know many people who had been exchange students when they were in high school.
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You can do this, and you do not have to go through your school! I went to Japan through Youth For Understanding. I don't know if a 15 year old can go, but it'll take a while to apply and stuff. I was 16 when I went. You can even get scholarships and not have to pay for the program. You'll like it a lot. If you have any more questions, contact me.
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Monday, October 28, 2013
Is 1200 USD too much for a student traveling in italy?ASAP.HElp!!?
Is 1200 USD too much for a student traveling in italy?ASAP.HElp!!?
Hotel, tours, breakfast and dinner is paid for. I have to pay for lunch,soveniers, and shopping. Spwnding Money, Not the price of the trip!!
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That's actually really cheap. I went to Italy over spring break in 2008 and it was almost 3000 and it included hotel, tour, breakfast, dinner, tips, and airfare.
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It's impossible to say without knowing how long you're going to be here and what kinds of souvenirs you'll buy. It would be easy to spend a lot more than that on one item in the fashion district in Milan for example. Generally, you can count on about 10 to 15 euro for lucnch although you could go even cheaper than that with panini or pizza by the slice. I was in Ferrara for the Palio yesterday and had a very good bigolata tartufato, tea, and coffee for 12 euro and that included an aperatif, bread, and some cookies. You could also very easily end up spending $100 for a branzino (sea bass) in Venice if you're not careful. You can use an ATM card here to withdraw money, so you could bring less cash and use the ATM if you need more. Too much isn't really a problem - you just don't spend what you don't need. People have more of a problem with too little cash. An ATM is called a bancomat here - they're widely available and most are on the major international circuits.
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Hotel, tours, breakfast and dinner is paid for. I have to pay for lunch,soveniers, and shopping. Spwnding Money, Not the price of the trip!!
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That's actually really cheap. I went to Italy over spring break in 2008 and it was almost 3000 and it included hotel, tour, breakfast, dinner, tips, and airfare.
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It's impossible to say without knowing how long you're going to be here and what kinds of souvenirs you'll buy. It would be easy to spend a lot more than that on one item in the fashion district in Milan for example. Generally, you can count on about 10 to 15 euro for lucnch although you could go even cheaper than that with panini or pizza by the slice. I was in Ferrara for the Palio yesterday and had a very good bigolata tartufato, tea, and coffee for 12 euro and that included an aperatif, bread, and some cookies. You could also very easily end up spending $100 for a branzino (sea bass) in Venice if you're not careful. You can use an ATM card here to withdraw money, so you could bring less cash and use the ATM if you need more. Too much isn't really a problem - you just don't spend what you don't need. People have more of a problem with too little cash. An ATM is called a bancomat here - they're widely available and most are on the major international circuits.
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Monday, October 14, 2013
What is it like being a foreign exchange student?
What is it like being a foreign exchange student?
I'm from the USA, and I was thinking about taking a foreign exchange trip my junior year of high school for 11 months. I would be leaving so much behind, so I need to know if it is worth it to be an exchange student. We can go to the UK, Austria, Brazil, Italy, Guatomala, Russia, Japan, and many more countries. Please, help would be needed!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO cool! You'll surely never regret making such a move! Check into it more deeply. I'd suggest going where they speak a language you are studying.
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I'm from the USA, and I was thinking about taking a foreign exchange trip my junior year of high school for 11 months. I would be leaving so much behind, so I need to know if it is worth it to be an exchange student. We can go to the UK, Austria, Brazil, Italy, Guatomala, Russia, Japan, and many more countries. Please, help would be needed!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO cool! You'll surely never regret making such a move! Check into it more deeply. I'd suggest going where they speak a language you are studying.
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Monday, October 7, 2013
Thinking of buying laptop from USA. I am living in italy do they ship it?
Thinking of buying laptop from USA. I am living in italy do they ship it?
i am a student in italy. i want to buy the laptop from lenovo USA. How much I have to pay extra for importing it into italy.
Laptops & Notebooks - 2 Answers
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Call or mail them in any sort and ask for shipping services if it is free of it needs payment. You can just buy in internet like ebay,amazon etc. Some offer free shiping and fast delivery. Make sure you will not be cheated .
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special focus on laptops just in http://www.laptopeoples.blogspot.com
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i am a student in italy. i want to buy the laptop from lenovo USA. How much I have to pay extra for importing it into italy.
Laptops & Notebooks - 2 Answers
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Call or mail them in any sort and ask for shipping services if it is free of it needs payment. You can just buy in internet like ebay,amazon etc. Some offer free shiping and fast delivery. Make sure you will not be cheated .
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special focus on laptops just in http://www.laptopeoples.blogspot.com
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Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Should i open a bank account in Milan, Italy for a year student exchange ?
Should i open a bank account in Milan, Italy for a year student exchange ?
I am from London, UK. I am was born in England so yes i qualify as an EU Student, just to get that out of the way lol. I would like to know should i open an Italian account while i am on my year long exchange or should i stick to my home bank account [Lloyds TSB] Would it be more useful and cheaper [no international fees from home bank lol] to just open an Italian account? Any information you might be able to give would be appreciated thanks!
Personal Finance - 1 Answers
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YES it will be cheaper. I recently discovered (after traveling a year) that each ATM machine was charging me $7.49 USD to make a withdrawal PLUS a $19.50 currency exchange fee. Open an Italian account, wire the funds you need and have them available to you locally at a better price.
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I am from London, UK. I am was born in England so yes i qualify as an EU Student, just to get that out of the way lol. I would like to know should i open an Italian account while i am on my year long exchange or should i stick to my home bank account [Lloyds TSB] Would it be more useful and cheaper [no international fees from home bank lol] to just open an Italian account? Any information you might be able to give would be appreciated thanks!
Personal Finance - 1 Answers
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YES it will be cheaper. I recently discovered (after traveling a year) that each ATM machine was charging me $7.49 USD to make a withdrawal PLUS a $19.50 currency exchange fee. Open an Italian account, wire the funds you need and have them available to you locally at a better price.
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Saturday, September 28, 2013
How to obtain a work Visa in Italy?
How to obtain a work Visa in Italy?
Is it difficult to obtain a work Visa in the EU? Has anyone here done it? How can I obtain one if I plan to teach EFL (English as a foreign language) in Italy? I am a 21 year old college student and a U.S citizen.
Milan - 1 Answers
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Mr. peppers, I just wanna commend you on that move. I did 20yrs ago and never left Italy. I met a beautiful girl from Tuscany, she is amazing. Now I'm still here and loving it. sure things have changed since Vietnam but ultimately it was the best decision of my life. Benvenuti A ITALIA AMICO. oh I almost forgot below is a web address that can help you find what your looking for Ciao! Ci Vediamo Forze in Italia! http://www.learn4good.com/travel/ita_visa.htm
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Is it difficult to obtain a work Visa in the EU? Has anyone here done it? How can I obtain one if I plan to teach EFL (English as a foreign language) in Italy? I am a 21 year old college student and a U.S citizen.
Milan - 1 Answers
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Mr. peppers, I just wanna commend you on that move. I did 20yrs ago and never left Italy. I met a beautiful girl from Tuscany, she is amazing. Now I'm still here and loving it. sure things have changed since Vietnam but ultimately it was the best decision of my life. Benvenuti A ITALIA AMICO. oh I almost forgot below is a web address that can help you find what your looking for Ciao! Ci Vediamo Forze in Italia! http://www.learn4good.com/travel/ita_visa.htm
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Saturday, September 14, 2013
What are the cheapest Study Abroad programs in Italy?
What are the cheapest Study Abroad programs in Italy?
I'm a college student looking to study abroad in Italy for the spring semester. I want to know which study abroad programs are the cheapest in Italy...
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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What program is cheapest for you will vary depending on what school you attend. Your college may have direct exchange programs set up with certain schools, and those will likely be the cheapest. Your college might have discounted deals with other programs. The best way to find out what is best for you will be to contact your school's study abroad department. Italy is popular country to study in, so the counselors in charge of study abroad should easily be able to answer your questions about what is the most affordable.
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Here is an excellent site with some wonderful options 4 U. Check it out…….. http://lnk.in/55bf
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Try these links: http://www.studyabroad.com/italy.html http://www.studyabroadlinks.com/search/Italy/index.html http://www.studyabroad-italy.com/ http://www.gseabroad.com/ http://www.studyabroaddirectory.com/Italy.cfm
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I'm a college student looking to study abroad in Italy for the spring semester. I want to know which study abroad programs are the cheapest in Italy...
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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1 :
What program is cheapest for you will vary depending on what school you attend. Your college may have direct exchange programs set up with certain schools, and those will likely be the cheapest. Your college might have discounted deals with other programs. The best way to find out what is best for you will be to contact your school's study abroad department. Italy is popular country to study in, so the counselors in charge of study abroad should easily be able to answer your questions about what is the most affordable.
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Here is an excellent site with some wonderful options 4 U. Check it out…….. http://lnk.in/55bf
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Try these links: http://www.studyabroad.com/italy.html http://www.studyabroadlinks.com/search/Italy/index.html http://www.studyabroad-italy.com/ http://www.gseabroad.com/ http://www.studyabroaddirectory.com/Italy.cfm
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Saturday, September 7, 2013
How Can I Make Enough Money to go with The People 2 People Student Ambassadors foundation to the places below?
How Can I Make Enough Money to go with The People 2 People Student Ambassadors foundation to the places below?
Hey I was invited to go to italy france & spain i believe to be a student ambassador which make me really excited because my mom said i can go.But I want to help my mom with the money which is "5,000-7,000$$ dollars".What can I possibly do because i cant work til January and it for Next Summer.
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Wow I feel ya. I was invited to go to England, France, and the Netherlands. Your trip will cost $6,399 I got that from http://www.studentambassadors.org/pdf/09/2009-Application-Book.pdf if you want to check that out, it has a lot of useful information. What I am doing for money is looking everywhere to find a job and applying. You can also try asking neighbors with kids to babysit. Also I am trying a yard sale and selling stuff on eBay. It isn't real easy getting money but it looks like the trip will be very rewarding and I can't wait! Good luck and have fun!
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Hey I was invited to go to italy france & spain i believe to be a student ambassador which make me really excited because my mom said i can go.But I want to help my mom with the money which is "5,000-7,000$$ dollars".What can I possibly do because i cant work til January and it for Next Summer.
Other - Destinations - 1 Answers
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Wow I feel ya. I was invited to go to England, France, and the Netherlands. Your trip will cost $6,399 I got that from http://www.studentambassadors.org/pdf/09/2009-Application-Book.pdf if you want to check that out, it has a lot of useful information. What I am doing for money is looking everywhere to find a job and applying. You can also try asking neighbors with kids to babysit. Also I am trying a yard sale and selling stuff on eBay. It isn't real easy getting money but it looks like the trip will be very rewarding and I can't wait! Good luck and have fun!
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Sunday, September 1, 2013
What is recommended to Pack for a trip to Italy between july 6 and july 16?
What is recommended to Pack for a trip to Italy between july 6 and july 16?
I am a female high school student who is taking a ten day trip to Italy this summer. I have never been off the east coast of the United States so I am completly clueless. Any suggestions?
Packing & Preparation - 4 Answers
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i would pack clothes
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A chastity belt!
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pack summer clothes and maybe one warmish outfit *ie a sweater/sweatshirt/polarfleece* make sure to bring an adapter if you want to plug anything into the wall.... italy is beautiful in july! have fun!
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The local guys will buy you whatever you need.
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I am a female high school student who is taking a ten day trip to Italy this summer. I have never been off the east coast of the United States so I am completly clueless. Any suggestions?
Packing & Preparation - 4 Answers
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i would pack clothes
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A chastity belt!
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pack summer clothes and maybe one warmish outfit *ie a sweater/sweatshirt/polarfleece* make sure to bring an adapter if you want to plug anything into the wall.... italy is beautiful in july! have fun!
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The local guys will buy you whatever you need.
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Wednesday, August 28, 2013
i want to go italy for study is this country is good for students?
i want to go italy for study is this country is good for students?
Guys i live in pakistan and want to go italy for study is this country is good i am a student of b.com i want to complte b.com and mba in this country. i also want to settle there after study. what about expenses is this country is expensive or any kind of problem pleaase help me if you think there is an other place for me please tell me thanks.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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try Philippines ;p
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it is good. but not best. if you can go Germany it will be better. cause there is no tuition fees. and in Europe i think it is best. but if you like to go to italy then no problem about the quality.
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Guys i live in pakistan and want to go italy for study is this country is good i am a student of b.com i want to complte b.com and mba in this country. i also want to settle there after study. what about expenses is this country is expensive or any kind of problem pleaase help me if you think there is an other place for me please tell me thanks.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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try Philippines ;p
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it is good. but not best. if you can go Germany it will be better. cause there is no tuition fees. and in Europe i think it is best. but if you like to go to italy then no problem about the quality.
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Wednesday, August 14, 2013
How can I travel in Italy while on a budget?
How can I travel in Italy while on a budget?
I am planning to backpack in Italy this coming summer. Since I'm a college student, my budget is limited, but I'd still like to experience everything that the country has to offer. I'm looking for good food and a lot of nature. What places should I plan to go to, and how can I go to as many as possible for as cheap as possible without compromising safety?
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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Well I hope your budget isn't very limited because Italy is VERY EXPENSIVE and overpriced so I hope you won't get disappointed. You can get a eurorail ticket to move around and also I know a website where you can contact people that offer their homes to host you for a few days for free, so you may wanna check it out and contact someone, that could help since hotels and hostels are really expensive in Italy, the website is http://www.hospitalityclub.org. I would recommend you go to Rome, Florence, Perugia, and if you REALLY want to go to Venice but don't be disappointed as the city is smelly, dirty and extremely expensive. When I travel I always take a look at www.virtualtourist.com, it is a great travel guide. HAVE FUN!
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Frommer's website just published an article with 50 tips on how to visit Italy with $70 a day. Worth reading...
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I am planning to backpack in Italy this coming summer. Since I'm a college student, my budget is limited, but I'd still like to experience everything that the country has to offer. I'm looking for good food and a lot of nature. What places should I plan to go to, and how can I go to as many as possible for as cheap as possible without compromising safety?
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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Well I hope your budget isn't very limited because Italy is VERY EXPENSIVE and overpriced so I hope you won't get disappointed. You can get a eurorail ticket to move around and also I know a website where you can contact people that offer their homes to host you for a few days for free, so you may wanna check it out and contact someone, that could help since hotels and hostels are really expensive in Italy, the website is http://www.hospitalityclub.org. I would recommend you go to Rome, Florence, Perugia, and if you REALLY want to go to Venice but don't be disappointed as the city is smelly, dirty and extremely expensive. When I travel I always take a look at www.virtualtourist.com, it is a great travel guide. HAVE FUN!
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Frommer's website just published an article with 50 tips on how to visit Italy with $70 a day. Worth reading...
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Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Can you be an exchange student more than once?
Can you be an exchange student more than once?
I want to be an exchange student in Germany for a year, but then i want to be an exchange student again the year after in Italy. Is that possible?
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Yes, there is no limit on how many times you can study abroad so long as you can afford it and you can get the visa in time.
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I want to be an exchange student in Germany for a year, but then i want to be an exchange student again the year after in Italy. Is that possible?
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Yes, there is no limit on how many times you can study abroad so long as you can afford it and you can get the visa in time.
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Thursday, August 1, 2013
Wanted: Packing/Travel Tips for an American Student Going to Italy?
Wanted: Packing/Travel Tips for an American Student Going to Italy?
I am a 20-year-old college student studying in Florence for almost a year (I leave really soon, too!) and I am just looking for some basic "Dos" and "Don'ts" for packing. I am limited to two checked bags for at least 10 months and I am on an extremely tight budget, so shipping stuff to myself is not an option. I am going over there to study nearly-full-time but have 3-day weekends to explore. I want to blend in as much as I can (though I doubt I fully can) and I don't mind independent travel (not with other students) so I can interact more with locals/take millions of pictures! Some tips that have helped in the past: Style: Italians don't wear flip flops around town. It's tacky. Plan on wearing actual shoes. Also, when in doubt, wear darker colored shoes and clothes (no multi-bright-colored outfits). Toiletries: Most stores have a few choices when it comes to shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, etc. It's not like America where you see 75 types of shaving cream. Razors have one blade. Deodorant doesn't have antiperspirant. Toothpaste isn't usually minty; it's herbal. Bring stuff you're particular about. Don't Bring: -too many dress shoes. That's the thing most people regret bringing. One pair that fits almost every dressy situation is good. -books/novels. You will be busy traveling, so don't bother loading your suitcase with books. You're a student, so bring what's required, but you won't want to read a novel after you finished studying your textbook. Those types of tips are very helpful. If you have any more (the more the better!) I would love to hear them. Also, if you have tips beyond packing and more into traveling (even recommendations of where to go/where not to go) I would also love those, too. Thank you so much!
Other - Italy - 5 Answers
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I spent a semester in Florence in college also. You are going to have an AMAZING time! Here are my tips, do not take very much and plan to buy more over there. American clothes and shoes are not in fashion there and you will feel out of place! If you are going to take things, take dark blue denim, a nice black jacket, dark things that are simple and look well put together. Hmm, honestly, the more I think about it, the better off you are buying stuff there! I know that is not helpful but it is what I would have done if someone would have given me the same advice!
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Hi there -- if you want to fit in, I suggest that you buy your clothes there. Americans clothes tend to stick out. I would bring just enough clothes for a week or two and then buy more stuff if you can afford to. If you can't afford to, then seems to me that two weeks should be enough clothes, maybe three weeks if you can take the clothes with you. As for the brightly colored outfits...I don't think that's accurate. Italian designers tend to be all over the map. I mean, as long as you're not wearing hot pink or neon, you should be fine. But there's no taboo against certain colors -- although, Italians do not tend to wear red underwear except on New Years Eve. :) Razors in Italy are also the same as in America. That one blade thing is not accurate as I have purchased the same blades that I buy in America in Rome and elsewhere in Italy. You'll find many of the same brands of toiletries in Italy as you would in America, some with the same name. As for shoes, I had trouble finding affordable dress shoes that fit me when I was in Italy. I suggest that you bring a pair or two. You probably won't get into any nice restaurant, bar or pub wearing sneakers. Dress shoes are a must, and ones that are comfortable help too. I agree with the flip flops - they are only worn to the beach or around the house in Italy. Good luck on your trip!
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No to the flip flops, but you know that. Toiletries, no you don't have as many choices as you do in America but you will have plenty of choices. There is mint toothpaste, whitening toothpaste, anti-cavity toothpaste, herbal toothpaste, sensitive teeth toothpaste, you get the idea.... Same goes for shampoo- shampoo for dry hair, shampoo for normal hair, shampoo for blonds, shampoo for curly hair..... Bring or buy a great pair of walking shoes that also look nice- similar to the tods driving shoe style- though Tods are pricey- but something like that. I've never seen anyone turned away from a restaurant for what they are wearing as someone else suggested, but people here generally wouldn't show up in ripped clothes or sneakers. Do not bring or attempt to wear any article of clothing that has even the smallest amount of stain or damage. Not that I wear ruined clothing, but I must admit I have been known to put on a shirt that maybe had a tiny, dime sized discoloration from the washing machine, or wear a dry clean only winter jacket when it wasn't looking 100% fresh, maybe a loose string has been found hanging off a garmet..... Italians will notice this and comment on it. I ironed and put away a dress shirt for my Italian boyfriend that had a tiny stain on the lower area- I didn't even notice. He came home from work and immediately brought it up to me said everyone in the office had teased him about it and asked him what kind of girlfriend he had that would send him out with dirty clothes! And I'm talking TINY, barely noticeable. NO stains, no rips, no loose buttons, no damage! People here generally seem colder than I ever am. In the winter everyone sees how I am dressed and always asks "but aren't you so cold?" They really bundle up here. Always a scarf, always a sweater with a warm jacket on top when going outside. I fit in more when I too bundle up, but I am also so hot I can barely stand it, so I don't really go along with that. I guess the most important thing is to think about what you are doing every day when getting dressed. Italians are serious about looking sharp, put together and complimentary. You see plenty of flashy and trashy, but more classy, high end Italians are modest and sharp looking. Women often wear men's button down shirts- but that fit to perfection. Everything always fits great, a simple, but quality belt, bag and shoes are added. Jewelry that matches but is not cheap and plastic looking. It's all very serious, they don't just throw stuff on to run out to the grocery store like we might throw on a track suit to run a few errands in America. In the end though, you are American and everyone will know this. You will not "fit in" like so many of your questions have indicated you want to do. And that is ok. Walking around the city people are not going to pay much attention to you. When you meet friends or romantic interests that want to get to know you better they will immediately know that you are American. It is just a part of you and is interesting in it's own way. Have confidence in who you are and what you bring to your new friendships and relationships. As long as you are not loud, drunk, rude, wearing sweatpants, t-shirts and sneakers you will be just fine.
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I live on a farm in the Abruzzo region of Italy (basically, on the eastern side of the Apennines opposite Roma). I was born in the USA, moved to Scotland when I was 21, lived there for 30 years and moved to Italy a couple of years ago. I think the responder above (cvillecmd) is right to say that you shouldn't try to become an Italian during your time here. You aren't Italian and there's nothing wrong with that. As a guest in the country, you should be respectful, but trying to become more Italian than the Italians will not win you many points. Cvillecmd is also right about how Italians tend to start putting on coats at the first hint that the heat of summer has passed. My observation is that the time of year is much more important in deciding when to put on a quilted coat than the actual temperature outside. The winter of 2006/07 was unusually warm with temperatures in November in the mid twenties (Centigrade - mid seventies Fahrenheit), but still all the locals were bundled up like a Siberian blizzard was on the way. Expect comments and looks if you go outside wearing what feels comfortable to you and that's less than what everyone else is wearing. Whether or not that matters to you is something you have to decide. Much has been said about Italian style and I'm willing to believe that there are plenty of Italians who care so desperately about their appearance that they go in a complete tizzy if they find a tiny stain on their clothes. But there are also an awful lot of scruffs wandering around this country, and they definitely are not all American tourists! Maybe that's the difference between the down-to-earth people in rural Italy where I live and the hoity-toity folk in Firenze. Or maybe it's a case of outsiders focusing mainly on the people who fit their stereotype of what Italians are like and simply not seeing the teenagers who could be plonked down in an American mall and be indistinguishable from the natives, the working-class types who clearly don't give a damn about how they look and the young men who wear clothes that may be fashionable but just look ridiculous. We all have different approaches to things like fashion; what I'm comfortable wearing, you might believe to be painfully conspicuous because of its cut, colour or context. So my advice would be for you to bring clothes that you truly feel comfortable living in. One other thing I would pick up on concerns toiletries. While smaller shops and the sort of mini-supermarkets you see in town centres have a very limited range of toiletries, the large supermarkets (found mainly in shopping centres) have a bewildering selection of things like toothpaste, shampoo, shower gel and deodorants. The toothpaste on offer does includes the weird herbal concoctions you mention, but also minty, fluoride stuff from brands like Colgate. There is, however, a problem with antiperspirants and deodorants. I have yet to find an antiperspirant here that actually works. I suspect that may be due to some peculiar Italian ideas about how sweat should be allowed to flow or something. In any case, I get friends to bring large quantities of an antiperspirant I like from Britain when they visit. If that sort of thing is important to you - and, from my olfactory observations it is much more important to Americans and Brits than it is to Italians - then I suggest you try to bring a good supply of your preferred brand. On the other hand, it's possible you might find one here that works for you. There is generally a fair selection of the stuff in larger supermarkets and farmacie. Oh, and multi-blade razors are very common these days. I hope your studies are productive and your stay is enjoyable and memorable.
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Join www.bookcrossing.com for free book exchange kind of set-up. I'm absolutely green at the moment. A winter in Florence!!! OOOOHHHHH! You are INCREDIBLY lucky! Make sure you visit Fiesole and the ancient ruins up there. Take the basics plus a little bit as regards clothing, you can buy clothes there if you need to, and you can always ship home the stuff you want to keep. Anything else you can either give away and give to charity shops.
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I am a 20-year-old college student studying in Florence for almost a year (I leave really soon, too!) and I am just looking for some basic "Dos" and "Don'ts" for packing. I am limited to two checked bags for at least 10 months and I am on an extremely tight budget, so shipping stuff to myself is not an option. I am going over there to study nearly-full-time but have 3-day weekends to explore. I want to blend in as much as I can (though I doubt I fully can) and I don't mind independent travel (not with other students) so I can interact more with locals/take millions of pictures! Some tips that have helped in the past: Style: Italians don't wear flip flops around town. It's tacky. Plan on wearing actual shoes. Also, when in doubt, wear darker colored shoes and clothes (no multi-bright-colored outfits). Toiletries: Most stores have a few choices when it comes to shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, etc. It's not like America where you see 75 types of shaving cream. Razors have one blade. Deodorant doesn't have antiperspirant. Toothpaste isn't usually minty; it's herbal. Bring stuff you're particular about. Don't Bring: -too many dress shoes. That's the thing most people regret bringing. One pair that fits almost every dressy situation is good. -books/novels. You will be busy traveling, so don't bother loading your suitcase with books. You're a student, so bring what's required, but you won't want to read a novel after you finished studying your textbook. Those types of tips are very helpful. If you have any more (the more the better!) I would love to hear them. Also, if you have tips beyond packing and more into traveling (even recommendations of where to go/where not to go) I would also love those, too. Thank you so much!
Other - Italy - 5 Answers
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I spent a semester in Florence in college also. You are going to have an AMAZING time! Here are my tips, do not take very much and plan to buy more over there. American clothes and shoes are not in fashion there and you will feel out of place! If you are going to take things, take dark blue denim, a nice black jacket, dark things that are simple and look well put together. Hmm, honestly, the more I think about it, the better off you are buying stuff there! I know that is not helpful but it is what I would have done if someone would have given me the same advice!
2 :
Hi there -- if you want to fit in, I suggest that you buy your clothes there. Americans clothes tend to stick out. I would bring just enough clothes for a week or two and then buy more stuff if you can afford to. If you can't afford to, then seems to me that two weeks should be enough clothes, maybe three weeks if you can take the clothes with you. As for the brightly colored outfits...I don't think that's accurate. Italian designers tend to be all over the map. I mean, as long as you're not wearing hot pink or neon, you should be fine. But there's no taboo against certain colors -- although, Italians do not tend to wear red underwear except on New Years Eve. :) Razors in Italy are also the same as in America. That one blade thing is not accurate as I have purchased the same blades that I buy in America in Rome and elsewhere in Italy. You'll find many of the same brands of toiletries in Italy as you would in America, some with the same name. As for shoes, I had trouble finding affordable dress shoes that fit me when I was in Italy. I suggest that you bring a pair or two. You probably won't get into any nice restaurant, bar or pub wearing sneakers. Dress shoes are a must, and ones that are comfortable help too. I agree with the flip flops - they are only worn to the beach or around the house in Italy. Good luck on your trip!
3 :
No to the flip flops, but you know that. Toiletries, no you don't have as many choices as you do in America but you will have plenty of choices. There is mint toothpaste, whitening toothpaste, anti-cavity toothpaste, herbal toothpaste, sensitive teeth toothpaste, you get the idea.... Same goes for shampoo- shampoo for dry hair, shampoo for normal hair, shampoo for blonds, shampoo for curly hair..... Bring or buy a great pair of walking shoes that also look nice- similar to the tods driving shoe style- though Tods are pricey- but something like that. I've never seen anyone turned away from a restaurant for what they are wearing as someone else suggested, but people here generally wouldn't show up in ripped clothes or sneakers. Do not bring or attempt to wear any article of clothing that has even the smallest amount of stain or damage. Not that I wear ruined clothing, but I must admit I have been known to put on a shirt that maybe had a tiny, dime sized discoloration from the washing machine, or wear a dry clean only winter jacket when it wasn't looking 100% fresh, maybe a loose string has been found hanging off a garmet..... Italians will notice this and comment on it. I ironed and put away a dress shirt for my Italian boyfriend that had a tiny stain on the lower area- I didn't even notice. He came home from work and immediately brought it up to me said everyone in the office had teased him about it and asked him what kind of girlfriend he had that would send him out with dirty clothes! And I'm talking TINY, barely noticeable. NO stains, no rips, no loose buttons, no damage! People here generally seem colder than I ever am. In the winter everyone sees how I am dressed and always asks "but aren't you so cold?" They really bundle up here. Always a scarf, always a sweater with a warm jacket on top when going outside. I fit in more when I too bundle up, but I am also so hot I can barely stand it, so I don't really go along with that. I guess the most important thing is to think about what you are doing every day when getting dressed. Italians are serious about looking sharp, put together and complimentary. You see plenty of flashy and trashy, but more classy, high end Italians are modest and sharp looking. Women often wear men's button down shirts- but that fit to perfection. Everything always fits great, a simple, but quality belt, bag and shoes are added. Jewelry that matches but is not cheap and plastic looking. It's all very serious, they don't just throw stuff on to run out to the grocery store like we might throw on a track suit to run a few errands in America. In the end though, you are American and everyone will know this. You will not "fit in" like so many of your questions have indicated you want to do. And that is ok. Walking around the city people are not going to pay much attention to you. When you meet friends or romantic interests that want to get to know you better they will immediately know that you are American. It is just a part of you and is interesting in it's own way. Have confidence in who you are and what you bring to your new friendships and relationships. As long as you are not loud, drunk, rude, wearing sweatpants, t-shirts and sneakers you will be just fine.
4 :
I live on a farm in the Abruzzo region of Italy (basically, on the eastern side of the Apennines opposite Roma). I was born in the USA, moved to Scotland when I was 21, lived there for 30 years and moved to Italy a couple of years ago. I think the responder above (cvillecmd) is right to say that you shouldn't try to become an Italian during your time here. You aren't Italian and there's nothing wrong with that. As a guest in the country, you should be respectful, but trying to become more Italian than the Italians will not win you many points. Cvillecmd is also right about how Italians tend to start putting on coats at the first hint that the heat of summer has passed. My observation is that the time of year is much more important in deciding when to put on a quilted coat than the actual temperature outside. The winter of 2006/07 was unusually warm with temperatures in November in the mid twenties (Centigrade - mid seventies Fahrenheit), but still all the locals were bundled up like a Siberian blizzard was on the way. Expect comments and looks if you go outside wearing what feels comfortable to you and that's less than what everyone else is wearing. Whether or not that matters to you is something you have to decide. Much has been said about Italian style and I'm willing to believe that there are plenty of Italians who care so desperately about their appearance that they go in a complete tizzy if they find a tiny stain on their clothes. But there are also an awful lot of scruffs wandering around this country, and they definitely are not all American tourists! Maybe that's the difference between the down-to-earth people in rural Italy where I live and the hoity-toity folk in Firenze. Or maybe it's a case of outsiders focusing mainly on the people who fit their stereotype of what Italians are like and simply not seeing the teenagers who could be plonked down in an American mall and be indistinguishable from the natives, the working-class types who clearly don't give a damn about how they look and the young men who wear clothes that may be fashionable but just look ridiculous. We all have different approaches to things like fashion; what I'm comfortable wearing, you might believe to be painfully conspicuous because of its cut, colour or context. So my advice would be for you to bring clothes that you truly feel comfortable living in. One other thing I would pick up on concerns toiletries. While smaller shops and the sort of mini-supermarkets you see in town centres have a very limited range of toiletries, the large supermarkets (found mainly in shopping centres) have a bewildering selection of things like toothpaste, shampoo, shower gel and deodorants. The toothpaste on offer does includes the weird herbal concoctions you mention, but also minty, fluoride stuff from brands like Colgate. There is, however, a problem with antiperspirants and deodorants. I have yet to find an antiperspirant here that actually works. I suspect that may be due to some peculiar Italian ideas about how sweat should be allowed to flow or something. In any case, I get friends to bring large quantities of an antiperspirant I like from Britain when they visit. If that sort of thing is important to you - and, from my olfactory observations it is much more important to Americans and Brits than it is to Italians - then I suggest you try to bring a good supply of your preferred brand. On the other hand, it's possible you might find one here that works for you. There is generally a fair selection of the stuff in larger supermarkets and farmacie. Oh, and multi-blade razors are very common these days. I hope your studies are productive and your stay is enjoyable and memorable.
5 :
Join www.bookcrossing.com for free book exchange kind of set-up. I'm absolutely green at the moment. A winter in Florence!!! OOOOHHHHH! You are INCREDIBLY lucky! Make sure you visit Fiesole and the ancient ruins up there. Take the basics plus a little bit as regards clothing, you can buy clothes there if you need to, and you can always ship home the stuff you want to keep. Anything else you can either give away and give to charity shops.
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Sunday, July 28, 2013
I am a college student going to Italy(Rome, Florence) for spring break, what should I pack?
I am a college student going to Italy(Rome, Florence) for spring break, what should I pack?
I have absolutely NO idea what to pack. Jeans? Cute Tops? I know not to wear shorts. What shoes should I take(I will be doing a lot of walking)? Is it really offensive to wear dresses that are above the knee(the only kind I have)? I am so lost and in need of desperate help! :( I would also really love if someone that lives in Italy, or Europe or knows a lot about the dress code there, would give me their email so I can ask them a couple more questions! :) Thanks so much! :) ALSO: I straighten my hair everyday. I am very tempted to bring my Chi and some power adapters but I hear that fries and destroys your Chi. What should I do about that?
Florence - 2 Answers
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Don't worry, it's not offensive to wear tops or dresses that are above the knee (in Italy are called "Pinocchietti" ). The Italian girls to dress themselves take example from the American style they see on TV and then you can take what you have in your wardrobe. However jackets, boots, classic shoes, heels. In many clubs, however, don't accept the sneakers. At half page you can see an example: http://freefashion.forumfree.it/?t=25244676
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I agree with the above poster. You're absolutely fine wearing short dresses and shorts if you want to (apart from if you are visiting the Vatican where you will have to at least cover your shoulders). Just bring whatever shoes you're comfortable with. I'm not sure when Spring Break is as I'm from the UK and we don't have spring break here but I'm guessing it's around March - April time? Although it won't be as hot as the summer months it will probably still be quite warm so just bear that in mind, especially if you will be doing a lot of walking. Have fun. Italy is beautiful :)
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I have absolutely NO idea what to pack. Jeans? Cute Tops? I know not to wear shorts. What shoes should I take(I will be doing a lot of walking)? Is it really offensive to wear dresses that are above the knee(the only kind I have)? I am so lost and in need of desperate help! :( I would also really love if someone that lives in Italy, or Europe or knows a lot about the dress code there, would give me their email so I can ask them a couple more questions! :) Thanks so much! :) ALSO: I straighten my hair everyday. I am very tempted to bring my Chi and some power adapters but I hear that fries and destroys your Chi. What should I do about that?
Florence - 2 Answers
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Don't worry, it's not offensive to wear tops or dresses that are above the knee (in Italy are called "Pinocchietti" ). The Italian girls to dress themselves take example from the American style they see on TV and then you can take what you have in your wardrobe. However jackets, boots, classic shoes, heels. In many clubs, however, don't accept the sneakers. At half page you can see an example: http://freefashion.forumfree.it/?t=25244676
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I agree with the above poster. You're absolutely fine wearing short dresses and shorts if you want to (apart from if you are visiting the Vatican where you will have to at least cover your shoulders). Just bring whatever shoes you're comfortable with. I'm not sure when Spring Break is as I'm from the UK and we don't have spring break here but I'm guessing it's around March - April time? Although it won't be as hot as the summer months it will probably still be quite warm so just bear that in mind, especially if you will be doing a lot of walking. Have fun. Italy is beautiful :)
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Sunday, July 14, 2013
is there any similarities between highschool in Italy and USA?
is there any similarities between highschool in Italy and USA?
im writing an essay and im doing similarity and differences between high school students in Italy and USA.... can anyone give me some similarities? thanks
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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Italian high school students get a very helpful great sex education class. While some US high school don't teach kids about safe sex. At the end in US we end up with a lot of 17 year old girls pregnant. (Statistically) Sara Palin's 17 year old is an example of why sex education instead of religious bigotry is the best way to go!
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Italian High Schools usually doesn't teach sex education (unluckily), in fact Italy is one of the most ignorant european countries about sex education... Probably it is Vatican's fault and of its political interference ... --- I don't know how american school are so I can't be useful, but if you ask me something of more specific, I'll try to answer...
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im writing an essay and im doing similarity and differences between high school students in Italy and USA.... can anyone give me some similarities? thanks
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Italian high school students get a very helpful great sex education class. While some US high school don't teach kids about safe sex. At the end in US we end up with a lot of 17 year old girls pregnant. (Statistically) Sara Palin's 17 year old is an example of why sex education instead of religious bigotry is the best way to go!
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Italian High Schools usually doesn't teach sex education (unluckily), in fact Italy is one of the most ignorant european countries about sex education... Probably it is Vatican's fault and of its political interference ... --- I don't know how american school are so I can't be useful, but if you ask me something of more specific, I'll try to answer...
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Sunday, July 7, 2013
Can I get my nose pierced in Italy if I'm under 18 and don't have parents permission?
Can I get my nose pierced in Italy if I'm under 18 and don't have parents permission?
I want to get my nose pierced in Italy. I am a foreign exchange student and am 15 years old. I want to get it done in April a month before my 16th birthday. My parents in the states are against it, but I don't care. Can I do it? Is there a rule in Italy for piercings?
Other - Skin & Body - 5 Answers
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dont get your nosed pierced you will regret it later
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go to a piercing shop, maybe they'll believe that you are 16. or whatever the legal age is there to get a piercing without a parent. or you can go with a "guardian angel" somebody who is older, and can say you can get it pierced. or somebody who looks older. that's how it works where im from, but you only have to be 15 to get a piercing without parents, :\ goodluck! btw, it hurts so bad after it's piereced, the slightest bump makes your eyes water
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if you like , you can attach some decoration on your nose before getting your nose pierced . hoping you will not regret for your impulsive . :P
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im sure you can
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I AM ITALIAN. You can do your piercing whenever you want, we don't care about the age, but absolutely you can not do without you parents' permission, unless you are 18 years old or more.
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I want to get my nose pierced in Italy. I am a foreign exchange student and am 15 years old. I want to get it done in April a month before my 16th birthday. My parents in the states are against it, but I don't care. Can I do it? Is there a rule in Italy for piercings?
Other - Skin & Body - 5 Answers
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dont get your nosed pierced you will regret it later
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go to a piercing shop, maybe they'll believe that you are 16. or whatever the legal age is there to get a piercing without a parent. or you can go with a "guardian angel" somebody who is older, and can say you can get it pierced. or somebody who looks older. that's how it works where im from, but you only have to be 15 to get a piercing without parents, :\ goodluck! btw, it hurts so bad after it's piereced, the slightest bump makes your eyes water
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if you like , you can attach some decoration on your nose before getting your nose pierced . hoping you will not regret for your impulsive . :P
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im sure you can
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I AM ITALIAN. You can do your piercing whenever you want, we don't care about the age, but absolutely you can not do without you parents' permission, unless you are 18 years old or more.
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Monday, July 1, 2013
How fast is a student italian visa processed at the Chicago consulate?
How fast is a student italian visa processed at the Chicago consulate?
Today (July 7) I have completed most of my student visa application to study abroad in Italy. I am hopefully mailing it to the Chicago consulate tomorrow. My departure date is August 18. I'm a little worried now, and am unsure on the turnaround for getting my passport and visa back. Any insight on how long the processing takes? Do you think I'm OK? Can anything be done to speed up the process?
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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i have theories about this. im studying abroad as well, who are you going thorugh? maybe we are going the same place....... here are my theoriesYou need to complete all of it! Talk to the visa people from the study abroad program. You could email them italian cons, or something and let them know your situation. http://www.conschicago.esteri.it/Consolato_Chicago/Templates/Pagina_Interna.aspx?NRMODE=Published&NRNODEGUID=%7b2A4E7FB2-1C0D-4D39-85CD-691764090DE6%7d&NRORIGINALURL=%2fConsolato_Chicago%2fMenu%2fI_Servizi%2fPer_chi_si_reca_in_italia%2f&NRCACHEHINT=NoModifyGuest
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Today (July 7) I have completed most of my student visa application to study abroad in Italy. I am hopefully mailing it to the Chicago consulate tomorrow. My departure date is August 18. I'm a little worried now, and am unsure on the turnaround for getting my passport and visa back. Any insight on how long the processing takes? Do you think I'm OK? Can anything be done to speed up the process?
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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i have theories about this. im studying abroad as well, who are you going thorugh? maybe we are going the same place....... here are my theoriesYou need to complete all of it! Talk to the visa people from the study abroad program. You could email them italian cons, or something and let them know your situation. http://www.conschicago.esteri.it/Consolato_Chicago/Templates/Pagina_Interna.aspx?NRMODE=Published&NRNODEGUID=%7b2A4E7FB2-1C0D-4D39-85CD-691764090DE6%7d&NRORIGINALURL=%2fConsolato_Chicago%2fMenu%2fI_Servizi%2fPer_chi_si_reca_in_italia%2f&NRCACHEHINT=NoModifyGuest
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Friday, June 28, 2013
I need help to raise $7,000 for a Student Ambassador Trip to Europe to France, England, and Italy.?
I need help to raise $7,000 for a Student Ambassador Trip to Europe to France, England, and Italy.?
I'm 17 and I don't know (Most likely they can't) if my parents can afford it and I have stingy a Godmother. So I'm trying to stay positive and trying to look at the glass half full. Also I need the money within 3 months. Damn. -___-
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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Time for an after school job.
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I'm 17 and I don't know (Most likely they can't) if my parents can afford it and I have stingy a Godmother. So I'm trying to stay positive and trying to look at the glass half full. Also I need the money within 3 months. Damn. -___-
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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Time for an after school job.
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Friday, June 14, 2013
What is Italy like? (I'm going on a student exchange)?
What is Italy like? (I'm going on a student exchange)?
OK, so I'm in year 10 and im going to Italy at the end of the year for 2 and a half months on a student exchange. although I'm terrified I'm SO excited but there are some really random things that i want to know. like; * What are the high schools like? Is it usually boys and girls? Do most have uniforms or is it just your own clothes? * How cold does it get in winter? I know it will get pretty cold.. but any tips on something that i probably don't know about? * Whats the main transport? Buses? trains? walking? i cant think of many now but i might add some more. please and thankyou :) i wont know where im going yet, but i will know in a month or a few months. if this question is still up ill add what information i have :)
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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Depends on where are you going? Which city? High schools are boys and girls mixed. State schools don't have uniform, but if you're going to a private one you should be able to see that on their web page. winter - still depends on where are you going... main transport - i'd say buses around the city if you tell me the city you're going to i'll be able to give you some more details
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OK, so I'm in year 10 and im going to Italy at the end of the year for 2 and a half months on a student exchange. although I'm terrified I'm SO excited but there are some really random things that i want to know. like; * What are the high schools like? Is it usually boys and girls? Do most have uniforms or is it just your own clothes? * How cold does it get in winter? I know it will get pretty cold.. but any tips on something that i probably don't know about? * Whats the main transport? Buses? trains? walking? i cant think of many now but i might add some more. please and thankyou :) i wont know where im going yet, but i will know in a month or a few months. if this question is still up ill add what information i have :)
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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Depends on where are you going? Which city? High schools are boys and girls mixed. State schools don't have uniform, but if you're going to a private one you should be able to see that on their web page. winter - still depends on where are you going... main transport - i'd say buses around the city if you tell me the city you're going to i'll be able to give you some more details
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Friday, June 7, 2013
Im a girl exchange student from Italy. American boys are driving me insane! A little help?
Im a girl exchange student from Italy. American boys are driving me insane! A little help?
Hi everybody...please i need help:D im in this school in oregon since september. there is this boy that i really like(just because he is way hot). he is in 4 of my periods,at the beginning of school he used to stare at me a lot and then after some days he came and started talking to me and flirting and being annoying...everything in a soft way actually,like standing in front of me while i was walking in the hallway,squeezing my hips,staring at me till I finally look at him,kicking my foot under the desk and things like these. You know,just flirting.This lasted for about 2 and a half months without nothing new.He asked for my number and started texting me,not a lot,just like once every 10 days or something like that. Well,I started liking him so much,he is soooo freakin hot,but it's like one week that he is not talking to me anymore and flirting either. he's just ignoring me. i know that he doesn't have another girl,and i actually know that he thinks that im pretty hot cause he told me,sooo?! what's his problem? now in some lessons that we have together he just ignores me to talk with his best girlfriend. i mean,if u like me and im there,why are u talking with your friend?! and he used to talk to me a lot!! i dont know,this is too hard for me,i didnt even notice him till he started putting on me,and now that im like obsessed with him and i really wanna have something with him he is not thinking about me anymore. damn! im desperate,what should i do?!?just ignorning him? help please!! thanks america:)
Singles & Dating - 5 Answers
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I hope you get to read this in like 5 years. And have a nice hearty laugh. Youre freakin out now but lets be honest High School blows as far as "dating" goes. Youll probably find that in a month youll have "gone out" and broken up and he broke your heart bc he was sooo way way totally hottt. Then he'll be the douche you couldnt believe you dated and the cycle will start again. Is it really that much different in italy?
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Girl up and start texting him. Ask him what he has planned for the weekend. This will show him that you have interest in him. If he still likes you, he will tell you what his plans are and then ask you to hang out with him.
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Americans are douchebags anyway.
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hot people are a dime a dozen in HS you had your shot to let him know that you you're diggn him, you snooze you lose, he's moved on. the whole fish in the sea thing . . . the only thing you can do is march up to him and ask him out. If he says yes then cool, if he says no well it's not like you talk to him a whole lot and you'd get to start crushing on someone new.
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well I was dating an exchange student from slovakia :(... WAS, we are on " a break" now. Anyways, if you want an actual relationship, i fear if you get TOO involved with each other it may hurt the both of you later when you must leave, or just cause problems like i experienced knowing the relationship has a guaranteed deadline. But if you want to give it a shot anyway (who knows you may be made for each other) guys are getting smarter (sorry to say) they find out what drives a girl crazy these days. He leads you on and then ignores you because he wants to keep you interested but he does not want to overdo it. He more than likely wants you to pursue him. He may like the sense of "power" if you will knowing he has you right where he wants you. Guys like this really piss me off because they get all the girls. Now I am 18 and definitely not gay. I want to help YOU even though i may be helping him to. If he really likes you then this is what you must do to get HIM to pursue YOU. You need to play hard to get and sort of ignore him when he does interact with you. Maybe even talk with some other guys (not necessarily flirting) This should make him feel like he is losing you (if he really does care enough for you) He should begin paying more attention to you and possibly ask you out. Just make sure you still play hard to get a little bit but still act interested. This draws guys in SO bad. A clingy girl (even when beautiful) is most likely to push a guy away.
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Hi everybody...please i need help:D im in this school in oregon since september. there is this boy that i really like(just because he is way hot). he is in 4 of my periods,at the beginning of school he used to stare at me a lot and then after some days he came and started talking to me and flirting and being annoying...everything in a soft way actually,like standing in front of me while i was walking in the hallway,squeezing my hips,staring at me till I finally look at him,kicking my foot under the desk and things like these. You know,just flirting.This lasted for about 2 and a half months without nothing new.He asked for my number and started texting me,not a lot,just like once every 10 days or something like that. Well,I started liking him so much,he is soooo freakin hot,but it's like one week that he is not talking to me anymore and flirting either. he's just ignoring me. i know that he doesn't have another girl,and i actually know that he thinks that im pretty hot cause he told me,sooo?! what's his problem? now in some lessons that we have together he just ignores me to talk with his best girlfriend. i mean,if u like me and im there,why are u talking with your friend?! and he used to talk to me a lot!! i dont know,this is too hard for me,i didnt even notice him till he started putting on me,and now that im like obsessed with him and i really wanna have something with him he is not thinking about me anymore. damn! im desperate,what should i do?!?just ignorning him? help please!! thanks america:)
Singles & Dating - 5 Answers
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I hope you get to read this in like 5 years. And have a nice hearty laugh. Youre freakin out now but lets be honest High School blows as far as "dating" goes. Youll probably find that in a month youll have "gone out" and broken up and he broke your heart bc he was sooo way way totally hottt. Then he'll be the douche you couldnt believe you dated and the cycle will start again. Is it really that much different in italy?
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Girl up and start texting him. Ask him what he has planned for the weekend. This will show him that you have interest in him. If he still likes you, he will tell you what his plans are and then ask you to hang out with him.
3 :
Americans are douchebags anyway.
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hot people are a dime a dozen in HS you had your shot to let him know that you you're diggn him, you snooze you lose, he's moved on. the whole fish in the sea thing . . . the only thing you can do is march up to him and ask him out. If he says yes then cool, if he says no well it's not like you talk to him a whole lot and you'd get to start crushing on someone new.
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well I was dating an exchange student from slovakia :(... WAS, we are on " a break" now. Anyways, if you want an actual relationship, i fear if you get TOO involved with each other it may hurt the both of you later when you must leave, or just cause problems like i experienced knowing the relationship has a guaranteed deadline. But if you want to give it a shot anyway (who knows you may be made for each other) guys are getting smarter (sorry to say) they find out what drives a girl crazy these days. He leads you on and then ignores you because he wants to keep you interested but he does not want to overdo it. He more than likely wants you to pursue him. He may like the sense of "power" if you will knowing he has you right where he wants you. Guys like this really piss me off because they get all the girls. Now I am 18 and definitely not gay. I want to help YOU even though i may be helping him to. If he really likes you then this is what you must do to get HIM to pursue YOU. You need to play hard to get and sort of ignore him when he does interact with you. Maybe even talk with some other guys (not necessarily flirting) This should make him feel like he is losing you (if he really does care enough for you) He should begin paying more attention to you and possibly ask you out. Just make sure you still play hard to get a little bit but still act interested. This draws guys in SO bad. A clingy girl (even when beautiful) is most likely to push a guy away.
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Saturday, June 1, 2013
People to People Student Ambassadors Greece and Italy..?
australian student wanting to start university course in italy?
i'm wanting to start a university course in Rome or Naples in 2008 onwards, i'm an australian student who speaks italian but will shortly also aquire an irish passport. i'm currently doing first year uni in australia but will discontinue studies to move to italy. was wanting to know if anyone has done something similar or knows of someone that has? i am unsure about italian annual university fees, for.eg in faculty of 'lettera', and if foreign students must pay double? i do not want to do a university exchange program as they are usually only for 1 year. I am unsure where i need to start and everyone seems to be giving me contradictory information. If anyone has any useful information or links i can go to, i'd be really thankful, i'm desperate to start organising this! hopping to hear from y'all.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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Hi there, have you tried asking a concierge company - they can organise anything for you! I always use Wishcraft - they are very good.
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http://www.studenti.it/universita/stranieri/index.php
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i'm wanting to start a university course in Rome or Naples in 2008 onwards, i'm an australian student who speaks italian but will shortly also aquire an irish passport. i'm currently doing first year uni in australia but will discontinue studies to move to italy. was wanting to know if anyone has done something similar or knows of someone that has? i am unsure about italian annual university fees, for.eg in faculty of 'lettera', and if foreign students must pay double? i do not want to do a university exchange program as they are usually only for 1 year. I am unsure where i need to start and everyone seems to be giving me contradictory information. If anyone has any useful information or links i can go to, i'd be really thankful, i'm desperate to start organising this! hopping to hear from y'all.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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Hi there, have you tried asking a concierge company - they can organise anything for you! I always use Wishcraft - they are very good.
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http://www.studenti.it/universita/stranieri/index.php
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Tuesday, May 28, 2013
People to People Student Ambassadors Greece and Italy..?
People to People Student Ambassadors Greece and Italy..?
So I plan on attending the 2009 People to People trip to greece italy, and sicily.... is it really worth it? If it is was it enjoyable? was your family nice? haha helpp?!
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Yes!! You'll have a blast and its educational too. I haven't regarded any of my international trips experiences and the friends I made along the way have stayed with me to this day. You should go, can't go wrong with Italy and Greece...and it will be an experience you'll never forget. :)
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My boyfriend went two summers ago. I'm fully Greek but I've never been to Greece so I was so mad that he got to go before me. He really enjoyed himself. He made lasting friendships with the people he traveled with and I know he said it was an experience he'll never forget. He still brings stuff up about the trip. It seemed like it was really worth it and he enjoyed it a lot although he got home sick but its understandable. Its a long time to be away from home. He said his family was really nice. The only thing he didn't enjoy was the journals you have to right it. You'll have fun. =]
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yes it is!!! i went with people to people and had a great time. u meet new people and learn how to be a leader. u even meet the ambassador and u cant do that with ur family. bring lots of extra money for shopping and snacks just in case u dont like the food... HAVE FUN
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So I plan on attending the 2009 People to People trip to greece italy, and sicily.... is it really worth it? If it is was it enjoyable? was your family nice? haha helpp?!
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Yes!! You'll have a blast and its educational too. I haven't regarded any of my international trips experiences and the friends I made along the way have stayed with me to this day. You should go, can't go wrong with Italy and Greece...and it will be an experience you'll never forget. :)
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My boyfriend went two summers ago. I'm fully Greek but I've never been to Greece so I was so mad that he got to go before me. He really enjoyed himself. He made lasting friendships with the people he traveled with and I know he said it was an experience he'll never forget. He still brings stuff up about the trip. It seemed like it was really worth it and he enjoyed it a lot although he got home sick but its understandable. Its a long time to be away from home. He said his family was really nice. The only thing he didn't enjoy was the journals you have to right it. You'll have fun. =]
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yes it is!!! i went with people to people and had a great time. u meet new people and learn how to be a leader. u even meet the ambassador and u cant do that with ur family. bring lots of extra money for shopping and snacks just in case u dont like the food... HAVE FUN
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Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Can a 13 or 14 year old become a Foreign Exchange student to The UK, SPAIN, or, ITALY?
Can a 13 or 14 year old become a Foreign Exchange student to The UK, SPAIN, or, ITALY?
Alright people just so ya no, we won compitition yesterday. But thats not the point, I really really really want to become a freign exchande student to either the UK, SPAIN, or ITALY. I really want this so badly. I've been up all night looking for applications to become a student for these 3 countries. Please people, send me links, and give me answers. I really need help from the people who was a exchange student for these countries, thank ya people. :p
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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Check with EF Foundation, call 180044Share, I am a local exchange coordinator in Florida, I currently host a 15 year old girl. I dont know what the age limit is, I do know you must be in high school. I also know you must have had a certain number of classes in the language in the country you are looking to do your exchange in. Good Luck... If you arent eligible right now, you certainly have a little bit to take those foreign language classes and get the language knowledge before you go. Also they start enrolling students about a year in advance before leaving due to the processing of the paperwork, visa's etc.
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Generally you need to be at least a sophomore in high school, and 15 years old by the date of departure. I haven't seen any exchange programs that take 14 year olds, definitely none where you could go to UK, Italy, or Spain. The age range is usually 15-18 yrs old. I think the best/largest exchange program is AFS (that is who I went through), I am not sure they have UK exchange but they do have italy and spain. There are lots of other programs though, I just dont know much about them sorry:) http://www.usa.afs.org/usa_en/home Try googling 'exchange student' and country name, maybe you will find a program that accepts 14 year olds. If you can't go now then just wait, take a language class and go in a few years- it is a great experience:)
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In the United States, to be a traditional exchange student, you must be at least 15 years old by the time your program starts -- you can apply at 14. You should really go during your junior year of high school. That will give you some maturity and also allow you to arrange your schedules so that you graduate on time (you may have to take some summer classes or correspondence classes). I would suggest either Spain or Italy. If you go to the UK, you will lose one of the primary benefits of a student exchange -- language immersion. The three premier organizations (meaning the ones you SHOULD use) with the best reputations are YFU, AFS and Rotary. I've listed the web sites below (or your counselor might have some info). Language training may or may not be necessary for the country in which you'd like to study. I know it is for all French speaking countries, but not for Germany and Japan. Check with the program representative to be sure. I've also given you an on-line information center and forum site. http://www.afs.org/afs_or/home http://www.yfu.org/ http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx http://www.exchangestudentworld.com/
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Alright people just so ya no, we won compitition yesterday. But thats not the point, I really really really want to become a freign exchande student to either the UK, SPAIN, or ITALY. I really want this so badly. I've been up all night looking for applications to become a student for these 3 countries. Please people, send me links, and give me answers. I really need help from the people who was a exchange student for these countries, thank ya people. :p
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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Check with EF Foundation, call 180044Share, I am a local exchange coordinator in Florida, I currently host a 15 year old girl. I dont know what the age limit is, I do know you must be in high school. I also know you must have had a certain number of classes in the language in the country you are looking to do your exchange in. Good Luck... If you arent eligible right now, you certainly have a little bit to take those foreign language classes and get the language knowledge before you go. Also they start enrolling students about a year in advance before leaving due to the processing of the paperwork, visa's etc.
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Generally you need to be at least a sophomore in high school, and 15 years old by the date of departure. I haven't seen any exchange programs that take 14 year olds, definitely none where you could go to UK, Italy, or Spain. The age range is usually 15-18 yrs old. I think the best/largest exchange program is AFS (that is who I went through), I am not sure they have UK exchange but they do have italy and spain. There are lots of other programs though, I just dont know much about them sorry:) http://www.usa.afs.org/usa_en/home Try googling 'exchange student' and country name, maybe you will find a program that accepts 14 year olds. If you can't go now then just wait, take a language class and go in a few years- it is a great experience:)
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In the United States, to be a traditional exchange student, you must be at least 15 years old by the time your program starts -- you can apply at 14. You should really go during your junior year of high school. That will give you some maturity and also allow you to arrange your schedules so that you graduate on time (you may have to take some summer classes or correspondence classes). I would suggest either Spain or Italy. If you go to the UK, you will lose one of the primary benefits of a student exchange -- language immersion. The three premier organizations (meaning the ones you SHOULD use) with the best reputations are YFU, AFS and Rotary. I've listed the web sites below (or your counselor might have some info). Language training may or may not be necessary for the country in which you'd like to study. I know it is for all French speaking countries, but not for Germany and Japan. Check with the program representative to be sure. I've also given you an on-line information center and forum site. http://www.afs.org/afs_or/home http://www.yfu.org/ http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx http://www.exchangestudentworld.com/
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Tuesday, May 7, 2013
how much does the People to People ambassador student trip cost?
how much does the People to People ambassador student trip cost?
i recently got a letter from the p2p asking me to go on a student ambassador trip for england italy and france. i wanted to know if it was a scam and how much it costs?
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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If you are part of the program you already know what it will cost. If you just opened your mail one day and found the letter, right out of the blue, it's a scam. Look up their website, find their legitimate contact info and contact them directly to find out if it's real or not but I bet you its a scam letter sent by someone trying to capitalize on their name.
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My sister got this to Australia, it was soooooooooooooooooo fun--you should bring around $100 to $1,000 dollars. or more. Luggage and stuff, meals, and gifts, plus overnight stays will cost from $500 to $600, plus gifts, handling, and texting and calls home will cost much. Its best if you don't call home much because it makes you much sicker. They don't let you text much, and it costs a lot hoope this helped!!!!!
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http://www.consumeraffairs.com/travel/people_to_people.html Its a commercial travel agent selling vastly overpriced trips to gullible people
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i recently got a letter from the p2p asking me to go on a student ambassador trip for england italy and france. i wanted to know if it was a scam and how much it costs?
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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If you are part of the program you already know what it will cost. If you just opened your mail one day and found the letter, right out of the blue, it's a scam. Look up their website, find their legitimate contact info and contact them directly to find out if it's real or not but I bet you its a scam letter sent by someone trying to capitalize on their name.
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My sister got this to Australia, it was soooooooooooooooooo fun--you should bring around $100 to $1,000 dollars. or more. Luggage and stuff, meals, and gifts, plus overnight stays will cost from $500 to $600, plus gifts, handling, and texting and calls home will cost much. Its best if you don't call home much because it makes you much sicker. They don't let you text much, and it costs a lot hoope this helped!!!!!
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http://www.consumeraffairs.com/travel/people_to_people.html Its a commercial travel agent selling vastly overpriced trips to gullible people
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Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Is it expensive to call a plumber at home in Italy?
Is it expensive to call a plumber at home in Italy?
Is it expensive to call a plumber at home in Italy? I really need some professional help from a plumber, and I"m an exchange student in Florence, Italy. Does anybody know how much would it cost to call him at home to fix my toilet tank (float valve)? tnx a lot
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Calling a plumber is expensive anywhere you live. With the current cost of living in Italy, I think you'll find that it's even more expensive than you think. The good news is that it's not hard to fix yourself, just google it: For example: http://www.ehow.com/how_2216692_repair-toilet-fill-valve.html or: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/h2repairtoilet or: http://www.water.denver.co.gov/cons_xeriscape/conservation/leakytoilet.html and many more... If you really can't do it, remember that you are in Italy; the land of craftsmen and artisans and of friends and personnal contacts. Just ask around your Italian friends and acquaintances. Guaranteed that one or more will have a friend, or cousin, or uncle, or friend of a friend of a cousin's uncle who can fix this for you for cheap and will then become a new entry in your personnal list of contacts. Try it, you'll see. It's fascinating to see this system of contacts at work.
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Is it expensive to call a plumber at home in Italy? I really need some professional help from a plumber, and I"m an exchange student in Florence, Italy. Does anybody know how much would it cost to call him at home to fix my toilet tank (float valve)? tnx a lot
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Calling a plumber is expensive anywhere you live. With the current cost of living in Italy, I think you'll find that it's even more expensive than you think. The good news is that it's not hard to fix yourself, just google it: For example: http://www.ehow.com/how_2216692_repair-toilet-fill-valve.html or: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/h2repairtoilet or: http://www.water.denver.co.gov/cons_xeriscape/conservation/leakytoilet.html and many more... If you really can't do it, remember that you are in Italy; the land of craftsmen and artisans and of friends and personnal contacts. Just ask around your Italian friends and acquaintances. Guaranteed that one or more will have a friend, or cousin, or uncle, or friend of a friend of a cousin's uncle who can fix this for you for cheap and will then become a new entry in your personnal list of contacts. Try it, you'll see. It's fascinating to see this system of contacts at work.
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Sunday, April 28, 2013
How can an I.B student in middle school study in Italy?
How can an I.B student in middle school study in Italy?
I am a 6th grade I.B (international baccalaureate) student . Even though the course is more advanced than other classes I still receive straight A's on my report card. ( i have been an A student for my whole life). I really want to study in another country .I would like to learn Italian over the summer and try to study there in the future. I know I won't be able to study there this year because of my family's financial situation.I told my mommy but she said that won't be able to happen . I decided to look it up . THEN i realized it would be SUPER EXPENSIVE!!!!! The MEAL plan ONLY was $1400 FOR 15 WEEKS!! PLUS i will need a student visa and a place to stay so we could just say it will add up to be expensive.I am not like those little rich kids who can get everything they want and i don't like to stress my parents (they already have enough of that).I just want to do this to further my education,go to a GREAT collage, become a pediatrician, make a positive change in the world (even if it is a small one),and make sure my parents are proud of me and live long enough to see me do that, and i would like to do this to to see Italy. How can I study in Italy at a low price ?
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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hhmmmmmmmmmmmmmm goodd ?
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You could try getting a scholarship - many programs give financial aid.
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Well once you get to high school, in your sophomore year you should look into applying to the United World Colleges programme. All American students of the program are paid for on full scholarship and are sent to one of 13 international schools one of which is in Duino, Italy. However they'll only accept applications from Sophomores and Juniors so just stick it out and study Italian until then.
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I am a 6th grade I.B (international baccalaureate) student . Even though the course is more advanced than other classes I still receive straight A's on my report card. ( i have been an A student for my whole life). I really want to study in another country .I would like to learn Italian over the summer and try to study there in the future. I know I won't be able to study there this year because of my family's financial situation.I told my mommy but she said that won't be able to happen . I decided to look it up . THEN i realized it would be SUPER EXPENSIVE!!!!! The MEAL plan ONLY was $1400 FOR 15 WEEKS!! PLUS i will need a student visa and a place to stay so we could just say it will add up to be expensive.I am not like those little rich kids who can get everything they want and i don't like to stress my parents (they already have enough of that).I just want to do this to further my education,go to a GREAT collage, become a pediatrician, make a positive change in the world (even if it is a small one),and make sure my parents are proud of me and live long enough to see me do that, and i would like to do this to to see Italy. How can I study in Italy at a low price ?
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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hhmmmmmmmmmmmmmm goodd ?
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You could try getting a scholarship - many programs give financial aid.
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Well once you get to high school, in your sophomore year you should look into applying to the United World Colleges programme. All American students of the program are paid for on full scholarship and are sent to one of 13 international schools one of which is in Duino, Italy. However they'll only accept applications from Sophomores and Juniors so just stick it out and study Italian until then.
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Sunday, April 14, 2013
Is it true that scholarships for international students, have been canceled in entire Italy?
Is it true that scholarships for international students, have been canceled in entire Italy?
At first i heard that it's just for Milan, Rome and Florence, but someone told me it's for all of the students all over Italy
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Non la danno più nemmeno agli italiani.....
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At first i heard that it's just for Milan, Rome and Florence, but someone told me it's for all of the students all over Italy
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Non la danno più nemmeno agli italiani.....
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Sunday, April 7, 2013
What is the best health insurance plan for a student studying abroad?
What is the best health insurance plan for a student studying abroad?
My daughter is studying abroad in Rome this fall. She needs medical coverage for 3 months. Our health insurance policy does not cover her while in Italy. Any suggestions for a good student plan?
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You bet. What you want is called Travel Medical Insurance. It does not matter what reason you have for traveling - study abroad is just as good as vacationing. You can learn about it by going to http://www.wavehelp.com/travel-medical/index.htm The column headed "Worldwide Health" and the one headed "Patriot Travel Medical" are where to look. You can buy online if you see something you like. Best wishes.
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Hi, My name is Tiffany Brackens, broker for Ameriplan Healthcare Benefits, and I'd like to offer you a cheaper alternative for savings on dental, vision, chiropractic, and medical care. AmeriPlanUSA® offers an unmatched benefits program. The program starts at $11.95 for a individual membership or just $19.95 for the entire household!!! If you are interested in discounts for your dental, vision, chiropractic, or medical needs, please visit: http://tiffanybrackens.onesimplecard.com... More info on SAVING MONEY call (212)990-7215 (Explanation of Healthcare Benefits). You can also contact me directly: Tiffany Brackens (817) 232-9723 tbrackens@ameriplan.net
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A friend and his wife just returned from three weeks in Italy. Your daughter is going to have a wonderful time. I don’t have a specific recommendation, but I do have a few thoughts: 1.Does her school in the States have a student health plan she can get and will it extend some sort of coverage in Italy? Does the program or school in Italy have insurance she can buy? These plans are probably the least expensive route since they will be group health plans, which are usually less expensive than individual health insurance. 2.Ask people at her school – especially people who have gone through the same study abroad program and find out what they did for insurance. It’ll be interesting anyway because it will give your daughter a better sense of what to expect apart from such practical matters. 3.Short-term insurance: It doesn’t offer the same range of benefits as longer-term insurance and typically lasts from a month to six months, although you can find short-term policies that last for a year. Short-term plans usually help pay for: hospital stay, ambulatory services, lab exams, x-rays, prescriptions. Short-term typically doesn’t cover dental care, preventive exams, pregnancy, and can be difficult to find when abroad, but plans do exist. 4.Travel Insurance: Probably won’t offer the range of benefits you’d like, but it is an option. 5.Local health insurance agents: Try MostChoice.com. It offers online quotes but more importantly puts you in touch with qualified health insurance agents. You fill out a short form, review online quotes, and within 48 hours local agents will contact you. Tell them what you want and what you want to pay and let them do the rest. There’s no cost or obligation to buy anything, and it’s an easy way to find out exactly what options are available to you and your daughter. You can visit MostChoice here: http://www.mostchoice.com/health-insurance.cfm Very envious of your daughter and her Italian excursion, Barnes@MostChoice
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My daughter is studying abroad in Rome this fall. She needs medical coverage for 3 months. Our health insurance policy does not cover her while in Italy. Any suggestions for a good student plan?
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You bet. What you want is called Travel Medical Insurance. It does not matter what reason you have for traveling - study abroad is just as good as vacationing. You can learn about it by going to http://www.wavehelp.com/travel-medical/index.htm The column headed "Worldwide Health" and the one headed "Patriot Travel Medical" are where to look. You can buy online if you see something you like. Best wishes.
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Hi, My name is Tiffany Brackens, broker for Ameriplan Healthcare Benefits, and I'd like to offer you a cheaper alternative for savings on dental, vision, chiropractic, and medical care. AmeriPlanUSA® offers an unmatched benefits program. The program starts at $11.95 for a individual membership or just $19.95 for the entire household!!! If you are interested in discounts for your dental, vision, chiropractic, or medical needs, please visit: http://tiffanybrackens.onesimplecard.com... More info on SAVING MONEY call (212)990-7215 (Explanation of Healthcare Benefits). You can also contact me directly: Tiffany Brackens (817) 232-9723 tbrackens@ameriplan.net
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A friend and his wife just returned from three weeks in Italy. Your daughter is going to have a wonderful time. I don’t have a specific recommendation, but I do have a few thoughts: 1.Does her school in the States have a student health plan she can get and will it extend some sort of coverage in Italy? Does the program or school in Italy have insurance she can buy? These plans are probably the least expensive route since they will be group health plans, which are usually less expensive than individual health insurance. 2.Ask people at her school – especially people who have gone through the same study abroad program and find out what they did for insurance. It’ll be interesting anyway because it will give your daughter a better sense of what to expect apart from such practical matters. 3.Short-term insurance: It doesn’t offer the same range of benefits as longer-term insurance and typically lasts from a month to six months, although you can find short-term policies that last for a year. Short-term plans usually help pay for: hospital stay, ambulatory services, lab exams, x-rays, prescriptions. Short-term typically doesn’t cover dental care, preventive exams, pregnancy, and can be difficult to find when abroad, but plans do exist. 4.Travel Insurance: Probably won’t offer the range of benefits you’d like, but it is an option. 5.Local health insurance agents: Try MostChoice.com. It offers online quotes but more importantly puts you in touch with qualified health insurance agents. You fill out a short form, review online quotes, and within 48 hours local agents will contact you. Tell them what you want and what you want to pay and let them do the rest. There’s no cost or obligation to buy anything, and it’s an easy way to find out exactly what options are available to you and your daughter. You can visit MostChoice here: http://www.mostchoice.com/health-insurance.cfm Very envious of your daughter and her Italian excursion, Barnes@MostChoice
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Get your info there
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Monday, April 1, 2013
student looking for rentals in nyc. Im looking for rentals primarily located in little italy, ny. or any where
student looking for rentals in nyc. Im looking for rentals primarily located in little italy, ny. or any where
in manhattan besides above east 93 and west 116. is there any websites that rentals are by owner. i dont want to pay brokers fee. also is there anything out there that can help me pay for my apartment. im a student at school plus i have my parents helpping me out. do you know any websites that will help me out? thank you????
New York City - 4 Answers
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i don't know about any websites but you can check out the newspaper ads from NYC. usually the owners put their own ads for renting. but i am telling you, anywhere in nyc would be very costly to rent. make sure you have your financial backup planned. happy summer.
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you need to be a little more realistic. rents, even for a roommate situation, are very high in Manhattan; especially in the area you want to live. why don't you consider an outer borough like Brooklyn, queens or the Bronx? they are close to the city and more affordable to you. good luck.
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My friend, for get Little Italy. Better yet, forget the whole of Manhattan, becuase, unless you're a lawyer and a pocket full of cash to rent an apartment in Manhattan, then you're out of luck. Manhattan apartments are expensive. My advice, consider living in the outer borough, you'll get a better deal outside of Manhattan and still have a good commute into and out of Manhattan. But, what ever you do, don rent an apartment in Manhattan. Good luck Native New York
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Look at Murray Hill or Alphabet City, the East 80's east of 2nd avenue, or the West 70's or 80's west of Amsterdam. If you aren't willing to pay a brokers fee try Craigslist, but you really take your chances. Citi-Habitats is a good broker for decent, reasonably priced apartments. There is nothing that will "help you pay for your apartment", and there are practically no apartments in Little Italy, which is a tiny area for tourists that mostly just consists of restaurants and souvenir shops and is not a real living Italian community. There is "NoLiTa", which is short for "NOrth of Little ITAly", if that's what you meant, but that is a trendy and expensive area.
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in manhattan besides above east 93 and west 116. is there any websites that rentals are by owner. i dont want to pay brokers fee. also is there anything out there that can help me pay for my apartment. im a student at school plus i have my parents helpping me out. do you know any websites that will help me out? thank you????
New York City - 4 Answers
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i don't know about any websites but you can check out the newspaper ads from NYC. usually the owners put their own ads for renting. but i am telling you, anywhere in nyc would be very costly to rent. make sure you have your financial backup planned. happy summer.
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you need to be a little more realistic. rents, even for a roommate situation, are very high in Manhattan; especially in the area you want to live. why don't you consider an outer borough like Brooklyn, queens or the Bronx? they are close to the city and more affordable to you. good luck.
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My friend, for get Little Italy. Better yet, forget the whole of Manhattan, becuase, unless you're a lawyer and a pocket full of cash to rent an apartment in Manhattan, then you're out of luck. Manhattan apartments are expensive. My advice, consider living in the outer borough, you'll get a better deal outside of Manhattan and still have a good commute into and out of Manhattan. But, what ever you do, don rent an apartment in Manhattan. Good luck Native New York
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Look at Murray Hill or Alphabet City, the East 80's east of 2nd avenue, or the West 70's or 80's west of Amsterdam. If you aren't willing to pay a brokers fee try Craigslist, but you really take your chances. Citi-Habitats is a good broker for decent, reasonably priced apartments. There is nothing that will "help you pay for your apartment", and there are practically no apartments in Little Italy, which is a tiny area for tourists that mostly just consists of restaurants and souvenir shops and is not a real living Italian community. There is "NoLiTa", which is short for "NOrth of Little ITAly", if that's what you meant, but that is a trendy and expensive area.
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Thursday, March 28, 2013
How are americans treated/viewed in italy?
How are americans treated/viewed in italy?
im going to be an exchange student to italy and im just wondering how Americans are treated over there because i know some european countries are rude to us..
Other - Italy - 4 Answers
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I've been living in Italy for the past ten years and have always been treated very nicely. There was an American on here several weeks ago that was complaining because cashiers in places didn't hand him change directly. He seemed to take that personally and considered it rude. This is just a difference in the way things are done here and not a rudeness issue at all. You need to be aware that there are cultural differences and not take offense at everything that isn't as you're used to.
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I think it's a big fallacy that Americans get treated rudely in Europe. If you refer to France then they treat everyone rudely. Just kidding of course because I was recently in Paris (and I speak French like Pepe Le Pew) and wasn't hassled at all.. Americans and people in general get treated as they deserve. Presumptuous pompous a$$es will always get treated rudely. Learn a little Italian before you go to Italy. Simple phrases such as "good morning", "thank you" and "I'm sorry" will get you a gold star every time.
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im from australia and i went there 3 years ago when i was 16. and i kno a bit of italian and u could hear people saying things like "ohh stupid americans" and stuff like that.. and then we would turn around and tell them that we were from australia. and they would get soo excited and change their tune immediatly. so yes, id say there americans arnt as welcomed as aussies.... but why wouldnt they be welcoming of Aussies. lol. but nah... i think that might of just be in the touristy places.. i dunno.
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If you believed everything that the papers said, you'd be led to believe that all Americans come over to get drunk and get into trouble as a result of it. But who believes the papers. Generally though Italian men still view Italian women as Easy.
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im going to be an exchange student to italy and im just wondering how Americans are treated over there because i know some european countries are rude to us..
Other - Italy - 4 Answers
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I've been living in Italy for the past ten years and have always been treated very nicely. There was an American on here several weeks ago that was complaining because cashiers in places didn't hand him change directly. He seemed to take that personally and considered it rude. This is just a difference in the way things are done here and not a rudeness issue at all. You need to be aware that there are cultural differences and not take offense at everything that isn't as you're used to.
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I think it's a big fallacy that Americans get treated rudely in Europe. If you refer to France then they treat everyone rudely. Just kidding of course because I was recently in Paris (and I speak French like Pepe Le Pew) and wasn't hassled at all.. Americans and people in general get treated as they deserve. Presumptuous pompous a$$es will always get treated rudely. Learn a little Italian before you go to Italy. Simple phrases such as "good morning", "thank you" and "I'm sorry" will get you a gold star every time.
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im from australia and i went there 3 years ago when i was 16. and i kno a bit of italian and u could hear people saying things like "ohh stupid americans" and stuff like that.. and then we would turn around and tell them that we were from australia. and they would get soo excited and change their tune immediatly. so yes, id say there americans arnt as welcomed as aussies.... but why wouldnt they be welcoming of Aussies. lol. but nah... i think that might of just be in the touristy places.. i dunno.
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If you believed everything that the papers said, you'd be led to believe that all Americans come over to get drunk and get into trouble as a result of it. But who believes the papers. Generally though Italian men still view Italian women as Easy.
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Thursday, March 14, 2013
Can i travel into the Schengen countries if i have a student Schengen visa but no residential permit ?
Can i travel into the Schengen countries if i have a student Schengen visa but no residential permit ?
I am a student studying in MILAN ITALY and i have a Schengen visa but i still have not received my residential permit in italy, can i still travel to swiss and the other European union countries ?
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You only can travel to Italy or transit through other Schengen countries for up to 5 days in order to reach your final destination which is Italy based on your visa. You can't travel to other Schengen countries if your citizenship requires to have a visa for Europe, as a student you have gotten a national type D visa valid for "Italia" and you need to get your residence permit [Carta/Permesso di soggiorno] to travel to the other Schengen countries. http://www.bfm.admin.ch/etc/medialib/data/migration/rechtsgrundlagen/weisungen_und_kreisschreiben/Weisungen_Visa.Par.0028.File.tmp/anh1-liste3a_visafrei-e.pdf [check page 40] .. http://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-us/coming_to_dk/visa/schengen/italy.htm .. You only can travel to other Schengen countries legally if you hold a passport that does not require a visa for the Schengen zone as tourist or for business, before you have gotten your residence permit. http://www.bfm.admin.ch/etc/medialib/data/migration/rechtsgrundlagen/weisungen_und_kreisschreiben/Weisungen_Visa.Par.0026.File.tmp/anh1-liste1_vorschriften-nach-staat-e.pdf ..
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I am a student studying in MILAN ITALY and i have a Schengen visa but i still have not received my residential permit in italy, can i still travel to swiss and the other European union countries ?
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You only can travel to Italy or transit through other Schengen countries for up to 5 days in order to reach your final destination which is Italy based on your visa. You can't travel to other Schengen countries if your citizenship requires to have a visa for Europe, as a student you have gotten a national type D visa valid for "Italia" and you need to get your residence permit [Carta/Permesso di soggiorno] to travel to the other Schengen countries. http://www.bfm.admin.ch/etc/medialib/data/migration/rechtsgrundlagen/weisungen_und_kreisschreiben/Weisungen_Visa.Par.0028.File.tmp/anh1-liste3a_visafrei-e.pdf [check page 40] .. http://www.nyidanmark.dk/en-us/coming_to_dk/visa/schengen/italy.htm .. You only can travel to other Schengen countries legally if you hold a passport that does not require a visa for the Schengen zone as tourist or for business, before you have gotten your residence permit. http://www.bfm.admin.ch/etc/medialib/data/migration/rechtsgrundlagen/weisungen_und_kreisschreiben/Weisungen_Visa.Par.0026.File.tmp/anh1-liste1_vorschriften-nach-staat-e.pdf ..
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Thursday, March 7, 2013
Hello, My 15 year old daughter wants to be an exchange student in Italy (not sure what part) should I let her?
Hello, My 15 year old daughter wants to be an exchange student in Italy (not sure what part) should I let her?
She wants to go for 3 months to immerse in the culture, and she claims it will broaden her future career prospects (not sure if she made that up!) She is alomst fluent in Italian and speaks it all the time but it is frustrating for her that nobody at home can understand LOL. But I have heard of all the gypsies and Mafia and rapists and murderers in italy! especially the cities so I am worried. She would be staying with a host family and oging to school in Italy but I am soooo worried!
Studying Abroad - 17 Answers
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Couldn't hurt, and it would be good for her to see more of the world.
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Let her do it. It is a great opportunity for her and it will look good in the future.
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There are mafias and rapists everywhere honey. Right now is one of the only opportunity for your daughter to be able to be free and learn about other parts of the world. I think you should let her go.
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Sounds to me like she wants some italian guy to *coughs* immersed in her...I wouldnt let her until she is a bit older. That way when she comes home with an italian mans baby, youll be more relaxed when shes older. Im totaly serious.
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I don't know. Now a days its too much violence I wouldn't rust it. Last thing you would want to do is get your daughter mixed up in something or someone you done know the first thing about.
6 :
The ups outweigh the downs. In some places, Italy is like a museum you can touch. You think the US doesn't have all that? Check out the news, the stats.
7 :
Yes, you should let her go! She can learn about the culture and everything there and what it's ike to live there. Also, if you give her money to see if she buys things but is responsible and still brings some amount of money back! And, well, I may be only 11, but I know what I'm talking about. Hope this helps! P.S. Your going to have to let her live her own life sometimes. :D
8 :
It's true that doing a foreign exchange program can help future career prospects. Anything to set you apart from the crowd.
9 :
I would have loved to have an experience like that as a teen. It sounds like a great opportunity and a lot of fun. I'm sure a lot of Italians worry about their daughters coming to America (here I am assuming you're American) because they hear stories about shootings and gangs and so on. I would imagine that Italy would be no more dangerous than America. If you let her go though, make sure you have talked to her about safety, how you expect her to act around stranger, what she is allowed to do and not allowed to do, where she is allowed to go and with whom, and when she is allowed to go out. Also think about giving her pepper spray (if that's legal in Italy) for a little piece of mind. You know your daughter and how mature she is, so you will have to decide. If you think she is ready though, don't hold her back. Ask yourself if she is the one who is not ready, or if it's YOU who isn't ready. You'll have to let her go sooner or later and if you do it while she's young you can influence her in the right way. If you don't let her go until she is 18, then she will be outta there without looking back and you will have no control over what she does and what she gets into.
10 :
let her go, but find out where, get contact details with her and the family she is staying with, use a translator site if they don't speak english and don't think about what can go wrong! the first time i got on a plane was the day after i watch a movie about a plane crash, not the smartest thing to so, but i realized the odds of our plane going down and i went anyway, the odds of anything happening to your daughter are not very high, plus it sounds like a school organized trip so they wouldnt send her to an unsafe place.
11 :
I think criminals be everywhere in this world, there is no place be safe enough. the day which she face the whole society will definitely come. so now she is 15 years old and it's time for her to learn more by individual living. she is right, let her go and god bless her.
12 :
definately!!!you should let her go. its going to be a great experience for her..and dont worry that something might happen..she's 15 now and by sending her on this program,she'll learn more about the world around her,and become a mature person.
13 :
i am 15. i already when abroad for 2 weeks all by myself (with friends) to a summer school and i went alone to beijing for a week. i think maybe she has an italian friend she doesnt say you about or something like that. but i would let her go especially if shes going to live with a host family. but make sure that you contact a host family before she goes because they might not be good people and that is the case you should worry about more.
14 :
let her do it!!!!!! i'm italian and i live in milan. in july i'm going to nz for 6 months for an exchange program and i think that it's a very important experience. please believe me, italy is not so terrible and it isn't absolutely as dangerous as you say!!!!!!!!!!!!!! last year i went to L.A. and it is more dangerous than milan! mafia is everywhere in the world and not only here! this idea is only a prejudice! italy is very beautiful for its nature, for its history, for its culture and its art! and milan is fabulous for shopping(even if it's quite expensive)!!!! ^^ the best parts of italy where to live, in my opinion, are lombardia (where there is milan), toscana, umbria, piemonte and emilia romagna. but every area is fantastic!!! my mom is worried too. it's normal! i will go to the other side of the world alone!! but she knows that this experience is very important and it's my dream. (i'm sorry for my terrible english...)
15 :
about the mafia you shouldn't worry..they won't hurt her! rapists and murderers are everywhere, they don't have their general headquarters in italy!there are gypsies(but not everywhere!), she just have to pay attention to where she goes especially in the evening..but generally if she avoids some areas it's safe!
16 :
im an exchange student now in germany. and personally i think you should let her go. it might not open her prospects,. only being gone three months, but shell certainly become more independent. but i would honeslty only let her go if shes already pretty independent. otherwise its going to suck for her and shes going to feel like a total loner not knowing the language and if shes staying with a host family, most european host families are wealthy and live in safer areas ;D
17 :
Let her go!!! It will be an amazing experience and she will come back much more worldly! It will also look good for colleges! I don't think you should worry about rapists, Mafia, or murderers in Italy. It is a very 1st world country and is generally pretty safe. I wouldn't worry about the host family. These people are mostly just curious about other cultures and want to have an intercultural experience too! It would be really awesome for her!
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She wants to go for 3 months to immerse in the culture, and she claims it will broaden her future career prospects (not sure if she made that up!) She is alomst fluent in Italian and speaks it all the time but it is frustrating for her that nobody at home can understand LOL. But I have heard of all the gypsies and Mafia and rapists and murderers in italy! especially the cities so I am worried. She would be staying with a host family and oging to school in Italy but I am soooo worried!
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1 :
Couldn't hurt, and it would be good for her to see more of the world.
2 :
Let her do it. It is a great opportunity for her and it will look good in the future.
3 :
There are mafias and rapists everywhere honey. Right now is one of the only opportunity for your daughter to be able to be free and learn about other parts of the world. I think you should let her go.
4 :
Sounds to me like she wants some italian guy to *coughs* immersed in her...I wouldnt let her until she is a bit older. That way when she comes home with an italian mans baby, youll be more relaxed when shes older. Im totaly serious.
5 :
I don't know. Now a days its too much violence I wouldn't rust it. Last thing you would want to do is get your daughter mixed up in something or someone you done know the first thing about.
6 :
The ups outweigh the downs. In some places, Italy is like a museum you can touch. You think the US doesn't have all that? Check out the news, the stats.
7 :
Yes, you should let her go! She can learn about the culture and everything there and what it's ike to live there. Also, if you give her money to see if she buys things but is responsible and still brings some amount of money back! And, well, I may be only 11, but I know what I'm talking about. Hope this helps! P.S. Your going to have to let her live her own life sometimes. :D
8 :
It's true that doing a foreign exchange program can help future career prospects. Anything to set you apart from the crowd.
9 :
I would have loved to have an experience like that as a teen. It sounds like a great opportunity and a lot of fun. I'm sure a lot of Italians worry about their daughters coming to America (here I am assuming you're American) because they hear stories about shootings and gangs and so on. I would imagine that Italy would be no more dangerous than America. If you let her go though, make sure you have talked to her about safety, how you expect her to act around stranger, what she is allowed to do and not allowed to do, where she is allowed to go and with whom, and when she is allowed to go out. Also think about giving her pepper spray (if that's legal in Italy) for a little piece of mind. You know your daughter and how mature she is, so you will have to decide. If you think she is ready though, don't hold her back. Ask yourself if she is the one who is not ready, or if it's YOU who isn't ready. You'll have to let her go sooner or later and if you do it while she's young you can influence her in the right way. If you don't let her go until she is 18, then she will be outta there without looking back and you will have no control over what she does and what she gets into.
10 :
let her go, but find out where, get contact details with her and the family she is staying with, use a translator site if they don't speak english and don't think about what can go wrong! the first time i got on a plane was the day after i watch a movie about a plane crash, not the smartest thing to so, but i realized the odds of our plane going down and i went anyway, the odds of anything happening to your daughter are not very high, plus it sounds like a school organized trip so they wouldnt send her to an unsafe place.
11 :
I think criminals be everywhere in this world, there is no place be safe enough. the day which she face the whole society will definitely come. so now she is 15 years old and it's time for her to learn more by individual living. she is right, let her go and god bless her.
12 :
definately!!!you should let her go. its going to be a great experience for her..and dont worry that something might happen..she's 15 now and by sending her on this program,she'll learn more about the world around her,and become a mature person.
13 :
i am 15. i already when abroad for 2 weeks all by myself (with friends) to a summer school and i went alone to beijing for a week. i think maybe she has an italian friend she doesnt say you about or something like that. but i would let her go especially if shes going to live with a host family. but make sure that you contact a host family before she goes because they might not be good people and that is the case you should worry about more.
14 :
let her do it!!!!!! i'm italian and i live in milan. in july i'm going to nz for 6 months for an exchange program and i think that it's a very important experience. please believe me, italy is not so terrible and it isn't absolutely as dangerous as you say!!!!!!!!!!!!!! last year i went to L.A. and it is more dangerous than milan! mafia is everywhere in the world and not only here! this idea is only a prejudice! italy is very beautiful for its nature, for its history, for its culture and its art! and milan is fabulous for shopping(even if it's quite expensive)!!!! ^^ the best parts of italy where to live, in my opinion, are lombardia (where there is milan), toscana, umbria, piemonte and emilia romagna. but every area is fantastic!!! my mom is worried too. it's normal! i will go to the other side of the world alone!! but she knows that this experience is very important and it's my dream. (i'm sorry for my terrible english...)
15 :
about the mafia you shouldn't worry..they won't hurt her! rapists and murderers are everywhere, they don't have their general headquarters in italy!there are gypsies(but not everywhere!), she just have to pay attention to where she goes especially in the evening..but generally if she avoids some areas it's safe!
16 :
im an exchange student now in germany. and personally i think you should let her go. it might not open her prospects,. only being gone three months, but shell certainly become more independent. but i would honeslty only let her go if shes already pretty independent. otherwise its going to suck for her and shes going to feel like a total loner not knowing the language and if shes staying with a host family, most european host families are wealthy and live in safer areas ;D
17 :
Let her go!!! It will be an amazing experience and she will come back much more worldly! It will also look good for colleges! I don't think you should worry about rapists, Mafia, or murderers in Italy. It is a very 1st world country and is generally pretty safe. I wouldn't worry about the host family. These people are mostly just curious about other cultures and want to have an intercultural experience too! It would be really awesome for her!
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