Author: AGARAGRADY

Before I began my journey to Italy, I was a bit worried about how I would adjust to speaking a new language, and how easy it would be for me to communicate with others/get around. These concerns were easily mediated as I soon realized that many Italians also speak English and if you have difficulty…

A strong aspect of Italian culture that I have experienced since my time abroad has been their differing concepts of time — which often influence various aspects of their life including their work/life balance, dining, and others. Even in a large city like Rome, locals tend to live slower-placed lifestyles that allow more time for…

I think one of the most identifiable aspects of American culture is the fast pace of life that many U.S. Citizens live; this often applies to multiple facets of one’s lifestyle including their work-life, eating/dining, traveling, communicating, etc. Americans value convenience, and often convenience comes with the expectation that things will be done for you…