I moved to Italy without ever visiting. Here's how I chose a home city — and why I don't regret my unconventional approach.

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Author Katie Carson smiling with dog in Italy
It's unconventional to move to a place without ever visiting it, but I'm glad I took a chance on myself and moved to Florence.

Katie Carson

I moved to Italy after studying abroad there. I was shocked by the low salaries, but I don't think I'll ever move back to the US.

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A woman posing seated in Italy.
Kaitlin Landolfa moved to Florence, Italy, after studying abroad there.

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How ADX Florence actually works, according to a former supermax inmate

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Eric King served almost two years at the federal super-maximum security prison ADX Florence in Colorado.

I went on a weeklong trip to Italy. Here are the 4 best things I did and the 2 I'd skip next time.

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A cliffside with buildings in Cinque Terre.
As a frequent traveler, I think tourists should skip sightseeing indoors in Cinque Terre.

Carinne Geil Botta

I've visited 21 cities and villages in Italy. There are 4 places I can't wait to return to, and 2 I'd leave off my itinerary next time.

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The view of a seaside town with colorful buildings and tall cliffs from a hiking trail.
Cinque Terre is one of my favorite places to visit in Italy.

Alison Van Glad

I've eaten my way through over 20 countries in Europe. These are the 5 cities I can't stop thinking about.

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Split Image: The skyline of Florence and the author's truffle pasta and wine at Osteria Pastella in Florence.
As a frequent traveler, I think Florence is one of the best cities in Europe for foodies.

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I've been to over 50 countries. Here are 5 of my favorite destinations for a romantic getaway.

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A view of Ipanema Beach in Rio de Janeiro showcasing a mosaic of sidewalk and mountain Dois Irmao in the background.
Some destinations lend themselves better to romance than others.

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I've traveled to some of Italy's most popular destinations. Here are 7 things I wish I'd known before visiting during tourist season.

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Tourists gathering in a crowded spot in Rome with a fountain and buildings in the background while bubbles are blowing.
Visiting Italy during peak tourist season can be hectic.

Lauren Breedlove

I've traveled to many of the most popular spots in Italy. Here are the 4 places I'd return to and the 2 I'd skip next time.

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An aerial view of Florence and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
Florence was one of the many cities I visited in Italy.

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'Venice has been lost, but we can still save Florence:' Italy's fight against Airbnb

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An aerial view of the Arno River in Florence, Italy.
Around 30% of homes in Florence, Italy's historic city center are on Airbnb/

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