how easy is it to move to Italy

[hannah123]

ok well i want to move to Italy or Cyprus i know some Italian but not alot i am trying to learn though is there many Jobs for beauty therapist or Hairdressers in Italy or would i be better to learn somethink else? also what is the prices to rent or buy over there? are the people friendly and nice? and any more help would be great thanks x

[Nardini]

Originally Posted by hannah123

ok well i want to move to Italy or Cyprus i know some Italian but not alot i am trying to learn though is there many Jobs for beauty therapist or Hairdressers in Italy or would i be better to learn somethink else? also what is the prices to rent or buy over there? are the people friendly and nice? and any more help would be great thanks x

At the risk of seeming to be rude, I suggest that you spend time looking at the reasons you wish to move to either Italy of Cyprus. Perhaps you would be best served, also, by actually visiting the area you are considering moving to before making a decision that will cost you much time and money when you get it wrong.

You MUST have a reason for moving - not just an idle dream of a new life in the sun. Living here is NOT the same as coming here on holiday. You must explore your reasons first and then research your thoughts properly. Remember - Italy is a country - not just a holiday camp. I would also suggest that you look at learning rather better skills than just as a hairdresser/Beauty Therapist. There are many thousands of them here already - many, many thousands, it seems at times.

[pudd 2]

Originally Posted by Nardini

At the risk of seeming to be rude, I suggest that you spend time looking at the reasons you wish to move to either Italy of Cyprus. Perhaps you would be best served, also, by actually visiting the area you are considering moving to before making a decision that will cost you much time and money when you get it wrong.

You MUST have a reason for moving - not just an idle dream of a new life in the sun. Living here is NOT the same as coming here on holiday. You must explore your reasons first and then research your thoughts properly. Remember - Italy is a country - not just a holiday camp. I would also suggest that you look at learning rather better skills than just as a hairdresser/Beauty Therapist. There are many thousands of them here already - many, many thousands, it seems at times.

why poor cold water in such a way to discorace this person italy is many peoples dream and rightfuly so dont be a wet blanket threre is nothing wrong with chasing your dreams

[Nardini]

Originally Posted by pudd 2

why poor cold water in such a way to discorace this person italy is many peoples dream and rightfuly so dont be a wet blanket threre is nothing wrong with chasing your dreams

Perhaps I can respond this way then:

"I am think of move to america or japan. I speak a little english and want learn better, but where is the cheapest? I clean house and am very good scrubber."

Sometimes it is the kindest thing to be straight forward and blunt when someone expresses a "dream" that is not even remotely possible, given their presented situation.

If, by asking a few difficult questions, one can prevent them making a potentially disastrous move to a country that is foreign to them (in fact, the poster posited either Italy OR Cyprus) then a great service has been afforded to them.

[Genzana]

Pudd 2,
It's very difficult and very rewarding to change country. I think it's something everyone should try, but you'll need a lot of conviction to get you through the tough times.
Speaking the language will help you help yourself, and you'll be able to make friends. If you're on your own, it's very important.
Italy's prices vary hugely from North to South, both for rent and to buy. Look on some estate agents' sites to get an idea.
There's high unemployment here at the minute. Jobs are often given to people employers know, rather than people with qualifications. Your unique ability is your mother tongue language, and your best bet is probably English teaching. Working in a school would give you a good grounding until you have some experience. But you'll need a TEFL qualification, which takes a month and costs quite a bit.
Good luck!