WHY I MOVED TO ITALY 🇮🇹 + How did I choose Rome?

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I'm back with a new, UPDATED video on why exactly I moved to Italy and why I chose Rome over Milan! There were a few aspects I definitely had to weigh before making the leap across the pond from the U.S. as an expat in Italy. It wasn't always easy, but it definitely paid off. Plus, sharing a bit of gratitude and reflection on the previous years abroad while living in Italy. Ciao for now.
Chapters:
00:00 Why I moved to Italy
03:52 How I chose Rome
07:09 Reflections on life in Italy
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Ciao y'all! My name is Kenya, and I'm an American living in Rome, Italy sharing my experiences and travels while living abroad. After beginning my obsession with Italy at the young age of 9 years old and visiting for the first time during a study abroad/Erasmus vacation about 5 years ago, I hatched a plan that somehow... someway... I would make it to Italy, and here I am!
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@M.Clarke790 3 жыл бұрын

Feel the same way but towards Sweden. Always dreamed of moving there. And yes especially compared to Scandinavia the work/life balance in America is cra-zy. Like we have to beg for two weeks off of work the entire year and lord forbid you get sick and you have to use all your pto. It’s such a mess and doesn’t allow any room for accidents, long vacations, or illnesses or just life in general. Reason why everyone is so stressed out here. It’s all about go, go, go make money, make money. It’s so amazing to me how in Sweden everyone gets a 1 month vacation with any job.

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, the vacation days in Europe, in general, are much more reasonable. Thanks so much for sharing your perspective as well in relation to your desire to live in Sweden. I studied abroad in Stockholm for six months, and everything was great (minus the weather. I found out I'm not a cold/snow/darkness kinda girl). haha! The quality of life is there for sure, though!

@stewartthomas970 2 жыл бұрын

Helpful content and thanks so much for sharing.

@zitrandy 2 жыл бұрын

Nice videos. Thanks for posting.

@NaturallyKenya 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Italianhome 3 жыл бұрын

I hope Italy continues to give you a rich life! Avanti tutta Kenya!! Love your videos!

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Anthony. It means a lot! Thanks for watching.

@leominerva3494 3 жыл бұрын

Hai un'energia pazzesca , ti auguro tutto il bene del mondo! Non è facile fare quello che hai fatto tu , e poi si legge nei tuoi occhi una grandissima soddisfazione 🍀🍀🍀

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Grazie mille!!! Alcuni giorni sono più difficili di altri, ma sono molto felice di essere qui!! 😊 Thanks for watching!

@janetlombardi2314 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are very well explained and informative 👏 👍 I hope you are still happy with your choice to live in Rome. Thank you 😊 💓

@NaturallyKenya Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes! Happy I made it this far on my Italian journey. 🇮🇹❤️

@saabinah 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely video!! I would love to see more vlogs and everyday lifetime videos 😊

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, Sabina! We’ve been in a more strict lockdown until early February, so there hasn’t been much to see. Haha! But I’ve been recording more and plan to share it with you all soon! Before the next lockdown comes....... 🤣🤣

@shotelco 3 жыл бұрын

...don't think we _didn't_ notice that ring on your left hand... 😊 Because of your - and others like you - influence and sharing of your experiences, my daughter will be transferring to the Universitat de València, Spain to complete her undergrad in Engineering. Question: What is your opinion on the overall perceived value of a EU Engineering degree vs. a US Engineering degree?

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Which one? I was wearing a few on my hands. 😉 Haha! Also, so happy your daughter will be experiencing studying abroad!! Truly an eye-opening time in one's life. Thanks for the question as well. I'll try to address it in another upload on my channel more focused specifically on studying Engineering in Europe.

@kalabrisella8675 3 жыл бұрын

Aaaaaawww girl!!! You did exactly like i did for us!! 😍 I fell in love with United States when I was 12 and my dream is to live there! Unfortunately I'm 35 and I'm still here in Italy!!! But i still hope for so! 😍 Bravissima e bellissima! Baci

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Ciao!! Non è mai troppo tardi! Spero che tu viva il tuo sogno americano! Thanks for watching!

@staserapagoio2999 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!!!

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@AlexBfetrop 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! Compliments for your passion for Italy! Ps: sei bellissima 😍

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Grazie mille! L'Italia è come la mia seconda casa a questo punto.

@selvakumar.k4177 3 жыл бұрын

Really your videos are quite good👍

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for watching!

@CulinaryGuide 2 жыл бұрын

I love this vlog. Thank you. I'm torn between Italy and France. I want to travel abroad for a year straight and then choose someplace to settle.

@NaturallyKenya 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea! I always tell people to live in the city they THINK they'd desire (and rent, not buy). Things may be different than they appear. I feel like Rome is one of those cities. 😅

@joemoschetta1541 Жыл бұрын

no comparision ,italy wins it hands down

@SimpleNClassy1 3 жыл бұрын

Great video

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@StevenBrener 3 жыл бұрын

Agree with the work-life balance comment....here in the US, it leaves something to be desired, esp in the NYC area.

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, NYC is definitely on another level when it comes to work-life balance! The city that never sleeps... literally.

@akheresilas2454 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Almost same with me. I fall in love with Italian language when I was 16.

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Really? That's crazy! I thought I was the only person with this story. Haha! 😊 Nice to know you share the same journey. Thank you for watching.

@akheresilas2454 3 жыл бұрын

@@NaturallyKenya lol.anyways y'all doing well.so how did you manage to learn the language.did u want to the school over there.or you figure it out yourselves

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

At first, exposure and Netflix! It helps to be around Italian 24/7 in Rome. I immediately was occupied with my university classes in Italy (in English) when I arrived. If you can set aside months for full intensive Italian courses, it’s much better. It took some stumbling and falling for me to run on my own. Haha. Not sure if I 100% recommend my route. 😂

@akheresilas2454 3 жыл бұрын

wow,that calls for a sacrifice. When I grow up I'll be like you. Haha

@shwetabajaj2444 3 жыл бұрын

@@NaturallyKenya could you recommend some good and not so pricey language courses / schools? Maybe you could do a video on that topic? its my DREAM to live in italy and learn italian (isnt it the most SENSUAL Language of all times? :D) and eventually work or teach german or english (grown up in germany)

@urbanaj4472 2 жыл бұрын

NICE.

@NaturallyKenya 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@emanuele7094 3 жыл бұрын

Ciaooo !!!🙋🏻‍♂️

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Ciao!

@bethpunzalan 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I can visit Italy🙏🙏🙏

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

You will! Soon enough... 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@celena7564 2 жыл бұрын

I love italy and usa i will expérience life first of all in both if them and after I will choose where to live 💖💖

@NaturallyKenya 2 жыл бұрын

I agree! Live life and see where it takes you!

@alexandrac.macarthur4785 3 жыл бұрын

My husband and I have to choose between Rome and Milan. OMG I have fallen far down that rabbit hole. I can see reasons for moving to both cities. The beauty of Rome entices me but I worry I won't have an easy time making friends or networking (I'm in UX and animation). What do you think? Are you happy in Rome or would you move to Milan if you could?

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

I'm happy in Rome, but for your type of industry and the desire to create an excellent job network, I would recommend Milan. I think the city is more international with more job opportunities, hence more of a chance for you to meet more people. (To be honest, socializing is a bit limited with the pandemic restrictions in Italy right now, though). Not saying you won't have the same success in Rome, but you may find more stability for you and your husband in Milan. I love Rome, though! Just my two cents. Haha!

@alexandrac.macarthur4785 3 жыл бұрын

@@NaturallyKenya Thank you so much for your advice. My gut is still telling me Rome but we shall see!

@beaconeersofthesevenmaps3467 2 жыл бұрын

Also, Milano and Roma just 3 hours away by bullett train, center to center!

@dino8970 6 ай бұрын

I like seeing Non-Italians (Italian origin) appreciate Italian because Italian culture is diminishing in the US and it is sad. I am thinking about moving to Sicily and leave the USA

@ItsMaatlove 3 жыл бұрын

Has your experience been overall positive in Italy? A lot of people love Italy and some mention racism . What has your experience been , and do you see yourself moving back to the US .

@NaturallyKenya 3 жыл бұрын

Ciao! Yes. I’d definitely say my overall experience in Italy has been positive. If you haven’t already, make sure to check out my pros and cons videos about living here. I have been approached with discrimination, which has also happened in the US, so I can’t say one place is better than another, just that I consider the US more diverse overall. Will I ever move back to the US? Who knows! Life is unpredictable... Haha!

@rjh2772 Жыл бұрын

How did you manage to get your drivers license

@NaturallyKenya Жыл бұрын

I use taxis and public transport mostly. Otherwise, you need to enroll in driving school, etc.

@rjh2772 Жыл бұрын

@@NaturallyKenya I heard it was a real nightmare

@NaturallyKenya Жыл бұрын

@@rjh2772 it’s not easy, for sure, especially because you have to learn Italian. Nothing in life is worth having without a little bit of a challenge. Haha! 😅

@danacummings2214 2 жыл бұрын

Work life balance in the US is horrible. I worked about 80 hours/week for almost 10 years as an RN. The US has a lot to learn from other countries in that department.