Whatever your reason for travelling to Italy – a business trip or a romantic getaway – you need at the very minimum a basic understanding of the Italian language. Your little phrasebook must be at hand to help you greet your business partners, read shop signs, make an order at the café or ask for…
The Italian language stands out thanks to its musicality and beauty. In mastering it, you will be able to enjoy well-known Italian operas and cultural productions, films and literature all in their original language. Learning this language isn’t too difficult. It’s known for its relatively simple pronunciation, in comparison to French and even English. For…
Traditional Christmas and New Year celebrations in Italy are similar to those in Russia, which is why many of our compatriots head to Italy for the New Year. How do Italians celebrate the New Year? All Italians love the Christmas and New Year celebrations, which is why they prepare for them thoroughly. Aside for the…
If you have Italian friends or you’ve decided to spend your winter holidays in this wonderful country, you will definitely need to be familiar with the vocabulary associated with the New Year and learn some Christmas greetings in Italian. It’s always nice to hear kind words and good-willed greetings in your own language, let alone…
The first time I went to Sicily was in 2017. I immediately fell in love with everything. The breathtaking nature: The Mediterranean Sea. The flowers popping up everywhere, already in March, a wonder for a Norwegian after a long winter. The palm trees are always an immense pleasure to see. And Mount Etna, which I…
When planning a stay in Italy, many people wonder what the minimum vocabulary in Italian should be to know in order to interact with native speakers. Is it enough to be able to ask the price in a store, ask for directions, know your way around, be polite, and be able to make small talk,…
by Hannah Lotherington A year ago, I decided that I wanted to travel to Italy and explore my interest in food culture and all that goes with it. I thought that in order to make the most of this experience, I would also learn Italian as this would deepen my understanding and bring me closer…
by Grant Rocco, student at Centro BABILONIA in Taormina, Sicily My time in Taormina, at the Italian language school Babilonia, was unique for a few reasons: it was my second time studying Italian at Babilonia, it was during COVID epidemic, and I was there to prepare for the CELI exam. Most Babilonia students have not…
If you’ve ever wondered this, then this is the article for you. In this article, you will discover all the secrets to how you can choose the best time for your trip as we explore each season’s advantages and disadvantages.Whilst Italy’s stunning coastlines make summer perfect for sun worshippers and beach lovers, its snow-capped mountains,…
by Stephen Jacobs Study abroad experiences are encouraged for a variety of reasons. Most often cited are improved language skills, a better understanding of oneself, intercultural exchange, increased job prospects, and above all, the experience of living in a completely new environment. While these are excellent outcomes, one’s classroom impact at the home institution is…
