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Useful resources about life in Florence, Italy, focusing on the international community.

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Mary McCarthy

Mary McCarthy’s 'The Stones of Florence' (1959) still has much to offer.

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Where writers write in Florence

For writers and poets, finding a place to work in Florence can be harder than you would expect.

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Competitive Sports at the International School of Florence (Upper School) 

Sport, whether in teams or individual, has been a fundamental part of life at the International School of Florence since the school began in the 1950s. Today, after some challenging ...

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When everything blossoms: Editor’s letter

The March issue of The Florentine concentrates on all things nature as well as spotlighting the inspiring women of Florence.

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Children’s Lending Library

Co-chair at the Children's Lending Library Valerie Perkins shares her experience.

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Danielle Leite: Move to Florence

Danielle Leite, founder of relocation service Move to Florence, talks about her own move to the Renaissance city and more.

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Reminiscing about Florence with Valentina Castellani-Quinn

Exploring the best of both worlds with Valentina Castellani-Quinn as she takes us through her life between the US and Florence.

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Meet Maria Chiara Pozzana of Firenze Greenway

Maria Chiara Pozzana explains the Firenze Greenway association's aims to improve the city's relationship with nature.

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Samone Rich: @aperilife88

"Florence is like a ballet. There's chaos, but it's beautiful; it's controlled." Content creator and international jet-setter Samone Rich tells all about her content, her life, and how Florence has become a home.

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Destination Poppiano: a new start

An unexpected move to the Tuscan countryside finds a plethora of treasures inside a rundown-turned-beautiful Poppiano apartment.

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Black History Month Florence 2023

February means Black History Month. The BHMF cultural association explains the events organized to celebrate Black culture.

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The 100,000 euro flat tax regime for new residents in Italy

What is the flat tax for income from abroad? Individuals who transfer their residency to Italy can benefit from a substitute tax on income produced abroad, by paying a fixed ...

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Digital nomads in Florence

Learn about Florence's increasing population of digital nomads and the range of co-working spaces on offer across the city.

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Moving on from school: college counseling at ISF

ISF has appointed a new College Counselor, Rhonda Carr, to guide students through the difficult process of applying to international universities.

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The Festival of Song by the International School of Florence

The annual Festival of Song by the International School of Florence brings impressive musical talent and holiday cheer.

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What are the eligibility requirements to apply for Italian citizenship by descent?

This article will provide you with an overview of the requirements you must meet in order to qualify for Italian citizenship by descent.

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Sunday Riley: the woman behind the beauty brand

Entrepreneur Sunday Riley discusses skincare, Florence and the power of intuition.

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Digital nomad community Boundless Life expands to Tuscany

Coworking, schooling and fully furnished apartments welcome remote workers to Pistoia, Tuscany.

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Ode to a chosen home

A love letter to the Renaissance city.

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My intern experience at The Florentine

Florence through the eyes of a magazine intern and how the experience impacted her time in the city.

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Intercultural dating in Florence: university edition

What is love? Here are three accounts of dating from a foreigner’s perspective in Florence.

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Coming soon: Editor’s letter

Our January issue looks at the year ahead and focuses on inspiring individuals to help you move to Florence.

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CoWork-It Mamma: childcare meets coworking for mothers

International mums can now co-work while making sure their children are kept safe and entertained.

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Florence Book Club: finding fellow readers

The Florence Book Club promises good reads, interesting conversation and new friendships.

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