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From useful resources about life in Florence, Italy, to interviews with members of the vast international community, spot familiar faces and get to know others as we share the helpful tips, endless creativity, and innovative enterprises offered by both Florentines and Florence-adoptees, and all the need-to-know info about life in the city.
An interview with Rose Byfleet around her fragrance-based research.
On May 9, the International School of Florence proudly inaugurated this year’s edition of the Primary Years Programme Exhibition—an inspiring culmination of student-driven inquiry, creativity, and reflection. Held in the ...
Living in Italy is undoubtedly a valuable choice. As a foreign resident, you have a unique opportunity to contribute to the country’s economic growth. The InnovInvest Club Deal, an exclusive ...
The piazza del Carmine jewellery school is a sanctuary for students from all over the world wishing to perfect their craft.
On May 9, the International School of Florence proudly inaugurated this year’s edition of the Primary Years Programme Exhibition—an inspiring culmination of student-driven inquiry, creativity, and reflection. Held in the ...
The piazza del Carmine jewellery school is a sanctuary for students from all over the world wishing to perfect their craft.
Students from the International School of Florence shine in “Shadow Dance” and “The Odyssey” at the Teatro Comunale di Antella.
From March 21-23, an inspiring display of young minds gathered for the Florence Model United Nations event at The International School of Florence.
edited by Marco Bracci + Marco De La Pierre
Studying abroad in Florence is a life-changing experience that will have a positive impact on your future. Studying in Italy means discovering a culture that has shaped the philosophy, aesthetics and lifestyle of the world.
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A study abroad student shares her initial thoughts of the city.
The multi-functional Oltrarno space reflects the founder's many passions, from fashion to life coaching.
See the places that inspire the Canadian creative and support theatres in Florence.
Whether you’ve just arrived in the city or have been here for a longer haul, becoming part of the community is an essential part of feeling at home in Florence, Italy. Get to know who’s here and what they’re up to with interviews with many members of the community, from content creators to entrepreneurs, talking to both Florentines and Florence-adoptees about their life here.
With video series and in-depth interviews, we speak to inspiring members of the community so as to share their stories and to help you find out more about the people out and about making Florence what it is. Florence attracts endlessly interesting individuals, meaning we’re never short of someone to reach out to.
Find out key info for local life depending on your interests and needs, such as schools, mental health services in English, childcare in Florence, where to worship, visa schemes for digital nomads and legal advice to make living here more manageable.
Read our writers’ witty takes on life here, or be sobered by serious experiences as our wide network of contributors share their perspectives on linguistic misadventures, cross-cultural confusion, or the sometimes struggles involved in life as an expat.
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