What Is Life Like In Italy?
Those who relocate to Italy from the U.S. often report that the pace of life is much slower than in the States. While this is true in many locales, Rome is quite the busy city, with the streets often crowded with cars, bicycles and tourists hustling and bustling to get to their destinations. The Italian people are friendly and love to talk with their hands; many cities feature scenic piazzas where locals meet up to chat. Italy also has a worldwide reputation for sports, and the folks in the local taverns can get quite boisterous when soccer, or rather football, is being played on TV. There are also plenty of open air markets where merchants sell fresh fruits and vegetables from underneath canvas umbrellas, as well as clothing, accessories and souvenirs. The people of Italy appreciate native English-speakers who have learned to speak the Italian language, but will do their best to help you if your Italian is poor. Gelato, or Italian ice cream, is a big sensation in Italy and in your tra
