Thanks to advances in communication and transport, travelling around the globe has never been easier. It’s significantly cheaper too. However, adopting this kind of adventurous life does require a certain amount of preparation and dedication. Here are a few tips to get you started.

One of the most important things to do is to reduce the number of possessions you own. There are a number of reasons to do this; firstly, selling any items that you do not use frequently will help you to save up money for traveliving. Secondly, paring down the amount of ‘stuff’ that you own, means that you will be able to leave on a trip abroad at a moment’s notice. If you own a lot of things, then you’ll need to put these possessions into storage before jetting off for a long-term trip. Basically, the less you own, the freer you are to travel around as and when you wish.

Another key, which relates to the previous point, is the importance of simplicity for those who want to travel. Having a complicated life, with a high-stress job and other responsibilities, means that there is less time to spend exploring other countries. A job that offers flexibility, or remote working, is ideal for someone who wants to put travel as their first priority, but still wants to have an income whilst they are abroad. With a job that is not demanding in terms of time, you’ll be able to take advantage of opportunities such as last minute hotel deals and cheap deals on adventure holidays. Although many assume that nomad lifestyle requires a high-paying job as it can be expensive, the irony is that a job that pays less, but offers flexibility, is more suitable for someone who wants this kind of lifestyle.

Another vital point to keep in mind is to ‘go with the flow’. Anyone who has travelled will know that things rarely tend to go as planned. You might miss a flight or a train, your luggage might get lost; these things happen all the time. However, many travellers have said that this is when they have the most unexpected and interesting experiences; when they end up staying a couple of extra days in the city because their flight was delayed and make some new friends whilst they are waiting to leave. This kind of attitude is essential for those that want to have adventurous lifestyle, as travelling, especially on solo holidays, will always have its up and downs; an accepting and relaxed demeanour can make all the difference when things go a bit pear-shaped. Solo holidays can also be lonely at times, so a positive perspective is an absolute must.

Life in travel can be an incredible experience, however it can take time to get used to this way of living. Make sure to begin the process gradually, by reducing the amount of things that you own and taking shorter trips away to begin with. Eventually, you’ll become a savvy traveller with the kind of thrilling lifestyle that you’ve always wanted.

AUTHOR BIO
Emily Richardson writes regularly on family adventure holidays for a range of travel websites and blogs. She has been a full-time travel writer for several years and is well established in her industry.

Many people all around the world are faced with a question of how to combine work and travel. Of course, those who were far-sighted enough, have chosen travel professions to avoid this problem. I’m talking about geologists, sailors, pilots, conductors of passenger trains, truck drivers as well as travel journalists. But for some reason it is considered that office clerks don’t have this opportunity to travel the world.

I, personally, think that this is not true. Don’t look for causes and analyze the obstacles, seek a solution! When I was an ordinary office clerk my annual leave was also limited to 21 working day, but I wanted to travel so passionately, that invented a thousand and one reason to extend it.

In other words, where there’s a will there’s a way! You can try to find ways to travel working at your current position or to find a temporary “professional shelter”, earn a certain sum and head off for your lifetime travel. And when you’re back home, you can try to apply for the same position you had before the journey. Or to find another temporary job to earn money for your next trip. Last, but not least – consider freelance work. It’s not that easy and requires a high level of self organization, but there’s nothing impossible if your will to start a nomad lifestyle is strong!

There so many destinations in Asia that are definitely worth visiting when you are in a lifetime travel. But among them all Bali is the most tempting. Small cosy island with picturesque nature, beaches and mountains, rich culture and friendly people. If moving to Bali is in your schedule, then take a look at the article to have an impression of approximate budget for life on this island from experienced travelivers Maria and Ajay.

Long term apartment or house rental in Bali

There is a wide choice of rental properties. You can rent a mini house in the inner yard of Balinese house for 500 000 Indonesian rupees (IDR) per month. For same price you can also rent a very modest studio apartment or a room at the guesthouse. Average 1-2 bedroom apartments or houses cost from 2 millions IDR/ per month. Higher level rental properties with nice furniture and garden – starting from 3 millions IDR. Price usually includes charges for water and electricity, sometimes even cleaning services.

Scooter, motorbike and car rental in Bali

Living in Bali is more comfortable when you can move around the island. Most popular means of transport are scooters and motorbikes. A scooter for a short period of time would cost from 40 000 per day, motorbike – from 50 000 – 60 000, cars – from 100 000 per day without driver or 200 000 with driver.
If you rent for long term then price will be significantly cheaper: scooters – 450 000 per month, bikes – 500 000. Gasoline in Indonesia costs about 4 500 rupees per litre.

Taxi

As always in Asia, do not take words “counter is broken” too serious and don’t ask the price before getting into the car. Just sit down, tell the address and make sure that the counter is on. It turns out quiet cheap.

Public transport in Bali

Foreigners might find it hard and confusing to use public transport in Bali… There are small minibuses called bemo running between Ubud and Denpasar. In Denpasar they depart from 4 different bus terminals, in small towns bus station is usually located near the market. They don’t run very often, so you’ll probably have to spend a lot of time waiting for bemo on the station and then sitting inside, waiting till the minibus gets full. Drivers usually try to cheat on foreigners, asking a much higher price. The best way to save money is to sit silently, pretending that you live in Bali for ages. Check how much do locals pay and pay the same. Usually a ride within the city costs 2 000 – 2 500 IDR, between the towns – 12 000 – 15 000 IDR.

Internet

If you plan to move to Bali for a longer period, then you’ll probably need Internet connection for work and leisure. There are various internet providers in Bali, but Maria and Ajay has chosen Smart. This is one of the few companies which provides unlimited mobile internet. Rates are from 45 000 to 275 000 per month, but you’ll also need to buy EVDO-usb-modem (approximately 1 million) or router (about 1,4 million), if you don’t have one.

Food

The choice is huge!
1. Small mobile cafeterias looking like wooden cupboards on wheels offer local fast food: soup bakso (meatball soup), cooked noodles mie rebus and chicken soup soto ayam. Portions are not large and cost 3 000 – 8 000 depending on size and ingredients.
2. Filthy little cafeterias under the eaves alongside the roads. The choice is little more varied, prices are from 8 000 for a good portion of something with meat.
3. Warungs – simple restaurants with traditional Indonesian food, mostly for locals. The menu, if there is one, is usually written on the board hanging on the wall. Prices are from 8 000 to 15 000 for a full meal. Basically, all dishes include meat, but there are also roasted vegetables. Drinks are from 2 000. The most common drink is iced tea with ice (es teh), but there is a local coffee and juices.
4. Warungs for foreigners. Usually they have a paper menu, choose of fresh juices, local alcohol. This is generally a cross between a restaurant and a local cafe. Full meal will cost you around 20 000. These warungs usually offer Indonesian cuisine, but sometimes you may come across European dishes, like spaghetti.
5. Western-style fast foods – KFC, McDonald’s etc. Burgers all sorts for 30 000, local dishes (like rice and chicken) – 15 000 IDR.
6. Restaurants where you will hardly meat locals. Expensive, absolutely same as a restaurant in any other part of the world.

In general Maria and Ajay spend about $900 per month. This sum includes all the above mentioned: apartment rent, scooter rent, food (mostly at home, but also once in awhile a visit to warung for locals), Internet and also clothes, which is very cheap, just like elsewhere in Asia.

Boasting a clement year-round climate Lanzarote is generally considered a beach resort where visitors can go to relax and unwind whilst baking in the sun. This is very true, but the Spanish-owned Island just off the coast of Africa has far more to offer than surf, sea and sangria. With accommodation being plentiful and flights to Lanzarote being affordable it is a perfect destination for traveliving. If you decide to visit this beautiful island, then be sure not to miss the most interesting Lanzarote attractions mentioned below.

Timanfaya Volcano Park

With one million visitors a year, the number one tourist attraction in Lanzarote is the Timanfaya Volcano Park and with a phenomenal landscape offering breathtaking views it´s easy to understand its draw. This surreal rock formation came about in 1730 when the volcano erupted, a tremor so powerful reverberations could be felt on the island for six years and most of the islands farmland was lost.
Visitors to Timanfaya today witness the results of the expired volcano and are treated to some incredible freaks of nature such as the collapsed lava tubes of Gullies and Jameos together with changing colours and twisted shapes of dried molten lava. After exploring the park retire for lunch in the one of the world’s most unusual restaurants -Devil´s Diner which offers spectacular panoramic views looking out over Volcano Park and meat cooked using volcano heat.

Manta Diving

Lanzarote is home to some of the best dive sites north of Africa and Manta Diving boasts numerous sites. Lanzarote has over 500 species of fish, ship wrecks, volcanic caves and colourful reefs. The majority of dive sites are easily accessible from the shore whilst others require a boat and they are ideal for divers of all levels of experience. Water temperatures are warm which make it ideal for a swim as much as it does for spawning a remarkable array of fascinating marine life. With Manta Diving you can explore reefs and lava caves and discover tropical fish like barracuda, sting ray and angel sharks.

Cesar Manrique Foundation

Cesar Manrique is something of a legend in Lanzarote and his home never fails to impress – though you may leave feeling green with jealousy. The artist and architect built his home into five volcanic bubbles in 1968 and as a result this unique and ingenious feat of architecture is a work of art in its own right. Manrique´s example of how you can build a living space into a natural environment is an inspirational and conventional idea even today and it has to be seen to be believed. The Cesar Manrique Foundation is a non-profit organization but instead focuses on promoting artistic activity and cultural reflection.

Mirador Del Rio

Another must-see creation of Cesar Manrique is the Mirador Del Rio which offers the most spectacular views to be found anywhere on the island. The Mirador is a former naval gun battery and was originally transformed into a restaurant with an impressive dining room featuring curved windows from where diners could admire the majestic views. Although snacks are still available here today, the sites primary purpose is for framing the incredible scenery of the surrounding islets of Montana Clara and Alegranza and looking out over the El Rio Strait to the neighbouring island of La Graciosa.

Jameos Del Agua

Another of Lanzarote´s star attractions formed as a result of the 1730 volcanic eruption is the Jameos Del Agua. The twisted 6km lava tube is not only an incredible space of natural beauty, but has been enhanced with a spectacular subterranean auditorium by Cesar Manrique featuring tropical gardens, bars, restaurants and an underground lagoon. There is also an opulent swimming, but this is reserved for the sole use of the King of Spain, but visitors are welcomed into the classical music hall which provides a stunning backdrop for numerous avant-garde concerts.

Living on Lanzarote is a great experience and, taking into account that it is quiet budget, you should really give it a try!

Traveliving (from the words travel and living) – means a life in travel. It’s a particular lifestyle, when people leave their homes and embark on a lifelong journey. Do not linger in one place for more than a month, well, maximum for few months, don’t have an exact schedule or travel plan. But, nevertheless they live full life, work, build a family and enjoy each day.

Exciting.
New places, new people and new experiences every day. Have you seen panda babies in China? Have you tried caviar with strawberries in Magadan, Russia? Or a traditional Tibetan delicacy – yak meat? All this and much more is a part of travel lifestyle. You get too know 2-3-5-10 times more when you travel then when you stay in one place.

Freedom.
No 8 to 5 business week in the office, no monotony and dullness of everyday life, no bosses and a fixed salary. You do what you want and when you want. Of course you’ll have to work anyway to pay for your traveling lifestyle, but you can do it according to your own schedule and in your own rhythm. Sitting on a beach, lying in bed etc.

Not comfortable.
You have to leave your home, friends and relatives behind. You can’t stick to things as moving from one place to another means having all your belongings to fit in 1-2 bags. Then there’s another thing: when you travel without a fixed schedule, there might be problems with finding accommodation or hiring a car, buying food (stores might be closed for national holidays) or finding a bus station.

Each coin has to sides and you should be aware about all the difficulties that nomadic lifestyle brings. Yet according to my own experience and the experience of other travelivers, the advantages exceed disadvantages and you get even more then you expect!

Your dream is to live a life in travel and get paid for it? Well, some of careers with travel are mentioned in my article “A guide to free traveling”, but there’s also another way to earn money and travel – writing. Articles to travel magazines, guidebooks and books about travel might be a stable source of income. If travel journalist work is what you are eager to get, then before starting the writing process check tips provided by Valery Shanin – a successful travel journalist from Russia, author of many travel articles and guidebooks.

How to write articles for periodicals?

Magazines and newspapers only pay for what is written in the “correct” style. Of course, the notion of “correct” style, is different in each company. Each newspaper, magazine or professional travel site has its own standard.

So, it makes no sense to write an article if you don’t know where you would like to offer it. First choose a magazine and make a little research: talk to editors or journalists who work for it or at least carefully look through several editions to get at least basic guidelines. Editors are always too busy to waste time for an article that requires major changes and revision.

So if your article will be more or less same as all others in this magazine, then your chances to get published increase dramatically. And another thing – don’t be shy to call/write and remind about yourself. Patient is a great feature, but in this case perseverance is much more useful!

Don’t try to start your journalist job in such “monsters” as “National Geographic”, you’re most likely to get disappointed. First try out local newspapers, medium size travel sites etc. Thus you’ll collect a convincing portfolio that will help you to conquer bigger and more popular magazine.

How to write guidebooks?

Every book store is full of guidebooks about each and every corner of the world. But the need in new books will never be satisfied – information gets old, new revisions and editions are required. Therefore, new authors are required continuously. The problem, though, is that newcomers may face quiet an icy welcome by experienced authors. Anyway, the most important thing is to start.

As soon as you have at least one written and published guidebook, you’ll start to get new offers on a regular basis: publishing houses regularly launch new guidebook series and usually invite “tested” authors. Just keep in mind that you have to write your guidebook, following the style of an exact series, just like with articles to periodicals.

Valery Shanin also proposes another way of starting an online writing career as a guidebook author. He says at the very start of his own career he wrote and published a guidebook for own money. When he started to sell it, an editor from popular publishing house noticed his work and offered to make another edition – an updated version. This time without any investments from Valery’s side and for a decent fee from publishing house.

Freelance writer’s job is what many people seek for, but only few get. To become one of them be persistent, patient and keep trying again and again. Even you hear 100 “No”, for 101 time you might hear “Yes”.

Another articles on work and travel:
Make money while in travel: vol.1
Make money while in travel: vol.2

The recent rise of simple, cheap global communication, coupled with the amazing travel opportunities offered by low cost air fares, mean that for more and more people travelling has become less something they do on their holidays and more a way of life.

With an increasing number of people being able to work freelance or on the go, there are now really no limits as to where an individual, or even a family, can spend their time. People search for opportunities to balace work and life and it’s now not uncommon for individuals and families to spend large parts of the year, and in some cases years, in different locations. This is what we can traveliving or travel lifestyle.

When you’re spending a large amount of time abroad, be it for an adventure travel experience or a family vacation, there are a number of factors you should bear in mind to make sure you get the most from the experience that you possibly can.

The first thing you should consider when you travel is that regardless of your destination, it’s absolutely vital that you attempt to integrate with the local people. This will make your life in travel experience so much richer as you pick up tips and insider information, and you’ll also find that you gain a far greater understanding of the culture that you’re living in. If you’re a stranger in a strange land, the sooner you can make local friends the better, as they’ll not just provide much needed company and camaraderie – you’ll also find that in most cases locals are incredibly proud of their country and will do everything they can to make sure that you have the best experience of their homeland possible.

But no matter how many friends you make, you’ll also have to get used to the idea that you’ll always be an outsider. Whether it’s the colour of your skin or your command of the language or accent, you must appreciate that it will be impossible for you to ever truly blend in. This doesn’t have to be a negative thing at all, but it does mean that you’ll have to treat the local way of doing things with respect – nothing is guaranteed to make you unpopular more quickly than if you come across as being scornful of local culture or having an air of superiority. This is particularly important if you’re taking part in an adventure travel holiday, as often these holidays involve visiting places that are important, and in some cases sacred, to local people and so should be treated with due reverence and respect.

Another thing to bear in mind is that you should try and see as much of your particular destination as possible. If you’ve been to a place several times on family vacations, try to do different things to those that you’ve done before. It’s easy to get into the mindset that once you’ve chosen your destination you should stay there, but there are great experiences to be had by taking a car ride up the coast or getting a train inland. After all, a nomad lifestyle supposes a lot of moving from one place to another. Besides, most places you visit, you don’t know when you’ll be coming back, so you should do everything you can to make sure that your travel lifestyle is as rich, fulfilling and varied as possible.

Jez Gee is a freelance writer who lives in London and loves both adventure travel and family vacations. He’s spent a year circumnavigating the globe and has driven across America with family and friends twice.

Life in travel is one of the most exciting ways to spend months and years. Unfortunately package holidays and international flights can ruin any family budget. Luckily there’s another way to see the world without using your wallet and credit cards. You wonder how to travel without money? Free travel is not a myth and here’s a convincing proof:

Think of applying for work in the airline. Getting a job of pilot, flight engineer, navigator or flight attendant means getting an opportunity to wear beautiful uniform and travel for free. Of course, you will not be able to choose time and route and will have to fulfill your duties during the flight, but it’s nothing compared with all the above mentioned. If frequent flights is not your aim, then consider positions of manager or administrative personnel – in many companies these employees are entitled to free flights. Some companies even provide the right for free travel to family members of their staff.

Americans are well aware of this method and often use it. Many airlines offer the system, converting miles, carried on board in the Bon, which ultimately gives the right for free flight.
In addition, there are special credit cards that bear a bonus for every dollar paid using such card. And bonuses can be redeemed for free flight. There are also credit cards that offer a bonus in the form of free flight for the purchase of a certain amount.

If you are willing to combine free travel with doing something good for society, then choose to be flight companion for elderly or disabled people. This requires a certain expertise, patience and responsibility, but on the other hand, gives the opportunity to travel free. You can apply for this job on sites like www.flyingcompanions.com. or search for such opportunity on official site of AuPair program www.greataupair.com.

There are hundreds of international volunteer organizations, accepting new members on a regular basis. It won’t be a leisure travel, as volunteering involves some hard work, yet you’ll get see the world and meet new people, as well get to know new cultures and learn languages. A perfect free traveling option for young and active.

Here’s a list of volunteer organizations to choose from:

1. World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms or Willing Workers on Organic Farms
www.wwoof.org.
WWOOF operates in 53 countries, from Australia and the United Kingdom to Hawaii or Taiwan.

2. The World Organization of the speaker called Turtle Teams
http://www.seaturtles.org / www.cccturtle.org
Thousands of small groups around the globe, helping sea turtles, which are on the verge of extinction..

3. Conservation Volunteers, Australia and New Zealand
www.conservationvolunteers.com.au
The overall objective of the participants – the protection of nature and the development of ecotourism.

4. Sudan Volunteer Programme, Sudan
www.svp-uk.com
Program focuses on teaching English language to Sudanese children

5. Appalachian Trail Conference, U.S.
www.appalachiantrail.org
The main purpose of Appalachian Trail Conference puts the preservation of 2.175-mile heritage organizations, 250,000 acres of green land from Maine to Georgia.

6. Trip Leader for HF Holidays, Europe
www.hfholidays.co.uk
The main objective of this organization is to train people to become guides and group leaders for hiking tours of Europe and show its beautiful nature to foreign visitors. A great answer for “how to travel for free” question.

7. Help Exchange
www.helpx.net
This website lists a list of all owners around the world in need of a pair of extra hands – in a farm or a small garden, in school or church, for construction of a building etc.

8. Peace Corps
www.peacecorps.gov
A unique chance to live and work in a foreign country, working in areas ranging from health care, saving the environment, etc.

9. United Nations Volunteers
www.unv.org
Provides a wide range of assistance, ranging from health care and ending with help after natural disasters. Free international travel guaranteed!

10. Kibbutz Volunteer, Israel
www.kibbutzvolunteer.com
Kibbutz is an agricultural commune in Israel, characterized by common property and equality in employment and consumption. The number of jobs in the kibbutzim is much higher than the number of labor, so volunteers are waiting here with open arms at all times.

Work and Travel related articles:

Make money while in travel, vol.1
Make money while in travel, vol.2

Nomad lifestyle supposes a lot of traveling. And traveling is not only a source of new experiences and new friends, it also has a lot to do with difficulties that you might encounter while being abroad. One thing is health. Make sure that you have a good insurance and have all the necessary vaccines. But apart from health there are some other important issues that you should be aware of. Take a closer look at this article as we all know that “forewarned is forearmed”!

1. Loss of personal belongings

One of the most common problems travel problems – loss of personal belongings. To avoid this, you need to follow a few basic rules. First of all, never leave your luggage unattended. It should not only be close to you, it should also be in your field of vision. The second rule is that leaving the plane, train, bus, hotel room, cafe, etc., you should carefully check if all your bags and sacks and with you. This is the case when you shouldn’t leave without turning back. If you are lucky enough to have scattered attention, make a list of your belongings, which you have to collect, leaving the hotel. This will help prevent forgotten hairbrushes in the bathroom and sunglasses left on the windowsill.

2. Harassment

The beggars, pickpockets, intrusive salespeople, aggressive locals are an integral part of life in travel. How to protect yourself from such audience? First, avoid places where these guys gather together. If it’s not possible, then don’t stand out from the crowd and if you are lucky, noone will pay attention to you. Continue your way and don’t get involved in conversations with suspicious people. Be firm and vigilant.

3. Robbery

Also quiet one of the most common travel difficulties. When choosing a destination, devote few minutes to researches: how serious is the criminal situation in this region or city; what are the places where foreigners are not very welcomed etc. Choose your rental and plan the route according to these dates. Do not leave money in the back pockets of your jeans or pants – it’s a real gift for thieves. If you are surrounded by a crowd of people, be vigilant, their intentions might not be very friendly… Also choose ATMs located in crowded, but safe parts of the city.

4. Lost on the road

Nomad lifestyle with lots of traveling, flying and moving from one place to another requires careful and detailed planning. But we all make mistakes, on one is immune. To avoid any unpleasant surprises use the achievements of modern technology: GPS, electronic maps etc. Write down the exact address and telephone number of all the places on your route, get a subway map in advance. Find out the phone number of a local taxi. If with all those precautions you still got lost, do not hesitate to ask passers-by the way.

5. Lost friend/ travel partner

Luggage is not the only thing you can lose. You come out of the metro or cross the crowded square, turn around and see that your companion has disappeared behind. Well, ensure to always have a Plan B. Discuss the situations that may occur and discuss methods of solving them. For example, what would you do if you get lost in the subway? Pick a meeting place. Ensure you both have money, mobile phone and the address of your apartment/ hotel so that even in case one you is lost, he can easily and safely get back home.

Life in Italy is relatively expensive, if you compare it to Asian countries – favorite traveliving destination. Still if Europe is in your destination list, then Italy is a country to put on the first place – beautiful nature, fresh local food and great wines as well as friendly and outgoing Italians are absolutely worth every penny spend.

Just like everywhere, cost of living in Italy is depends on your demands and wishes and varies from region and city. For my article I have chosen Rome as this is one of the most popular as well as expensive Italian cities, so you’ll know the upper limit on spending.

Rentals in Italy

Rentals in Italy, Rome, are expensive. Most people, even adult and working, rent rooms, not apartments. That’s, actually, quiet common for Europe nowadays. To rent a room in a nice district not far away from the center will cost from 400 to 700 euros. Price depends on room, building, infrastructure, and the number of people who live in this apartment
To rent an entire apartment would cost from 800 euros for a studio (approximately 30 square meters) to … well, infinity! For example a 2-bedroom furnished apartment near city center will cost 1100-1500 euros per month. And if you want a 3-bedroom apartment at the Spain Square (Piazza di Spagna, center of Rome), it can easily cost 4000-5000 euros.

Actually, locals do not recommend to rent apartments in historic center, whether it is Rome or any other city in Italy. That’s a great option for holidays, but not for life. Parking spaces and crowds of tourists are major problem. Besides, old buildings usually do not have elevators.
If Rome is not your destination and you have chosen a smaller city for your life in Italy, then count for lower prices – for 400 – 700 euros you can rent a spacious apartment somewhere in Bologna, Verona or Bergamo. Cost of living in Milan and Venice is more or less same as in Rome.

Another important issues in life in Italy are utilities. Electricity, gas, water – everything is expensive. It is therefore important to specify in advance if rental price for your apartment includes all the above mentioned. Pay special attention to – payment for condominium. It can cost as much as 30 euros a month, and even 200 – depending on the size, availability of concierge, courtyard or garden, elevator and so on.

Transport cost in Italy

Transportation is not very expensive: a ticket for the metro / bus / tram costs 1 euro per trip for a duration of 75 minutes. Monthly Pass – 30 euros. You can actually reach any corner of Rome using public transport as network is well developed. In extreme cases you can take a taxi – usually it costs about 10 euros for a 10-15 minute drive.

Other expenses

Catering, too, vary in price. The average price for dinner in a middle range restaurant is about 30-35 euros per person. The cheapest food is pizza and the dinner offer “pizza + beer” will cost some 15 euros. Of course, if you want to taste fresh fish with the view to Pantheon, then prepare to pay at least 60-100 euros per person.

Medical services in public institutions are relatively inexpensive, some are even free. But usually you’ll have to wait and sometimes it might take up to few months. In such cases you can opt for paid services, but the prices are quite high. However, if you work in Italy and declare income and expenses, 19% of the cost of medicine shall be reimbursed by the state, which is very nice!

In fact, to live a normal life without major restriction and “Oh no, I can’t afford this” you should count for 1700-1900 euros per month (around $2500). Yes, living in Italy will reduce your savings and may even make a hole in your budget. Nevertheless, if you visit this beautiful country with rich history and ancient cities at least once, you’ll never get rid of a dream to spend there at least a small part of your life!