Sunday, September 29, 2013

Info about talking with your hands like an Italian

(LAST EDITED/UPDATED: 25 JUNE 2016)

Here are some links about talking with your hands like an Italian:

 TALKING WITH THEIR HANDS IN ITALY
VIDEOS
  • Source: YouTubeIT – "Language: English • Country: Italy" 
    • Italian Hand Gestures - Speak Italian Without Saying a Word –  "Ah, the Italians... What are they up to now? Learn Italian hand gestures in 30 easy lessons and learn to speak Italian without saying a word. Now you can understand what your boyfriend or girlfriend is really saying with that special gesture. Or how about all those Italian movies you've seen? Remember that particular hand gesture used? Did you know what it meant??" – Uploaded on Mar 17, 2008  – by: TMWMedia
    • Italian Hand Gestures PART 1 – "Many people don't know that 50% of the Italian language is spoken, while the other 50% is communicated through a specific code of hand gestures..watch this video to find out!" – Uploaded on Sep 2, 2008 – by:      
      • Italian Hand Gestures & Expressions PART 2 – "More fun Italian hand gestures!!! This time Nada and her friends have added some useful Italian expressions that you can easily learn before your trip to Italy!" – Uploaded on Dec 8, 2008 
    • Rude Italian Hand Gestures: explained by Skyscanner – "Italians are famous for their hand gestures; Yara from Skyscanner explains how to insult someone in Italian. . ." – Published on Apr 18, 2012 – by: Skyscanner 
    • TOP 20 ITALIAN HAND GESTURES – "" – Published on Sep 24, 2014  – by:      
  • Italian Hand Gestures: A Short History – "Can Italians talk without using their hands? Gestures that insult, beg and swear offer a window into Roman culture." – Source: Found in the Europe section of The New York Times  – "U.S. Edition"
  • X – "" – "" – "" – Source: X – ""
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That's it for Sunday, 29 September 2013: domenica, 29 settembre 2013

Ciao, Ben

Moving2Italy2 – #1 source of links About, For or On Italy for those individuals moving, traveling or already living in Italy. 

Today’s quote is an Italian proverb / saying, author unknown.

"Fatti maschi, parole femmine."
"Facts are male, words are female."

When you have a free moment or two, please read my wife's interesting and entertaining blog about our life in Italy with photographs: Friends and Family in Italy

Going to Spain, read my new blog: Info About, For or On Spain – a source of links About, For or On Spain for those individuals traveling or already living in Spain.

Please note: The time listed below for this posting is Central European Time (CET)/ GMT+1.

(LAST EDITED/UPDATED: 25 JUNE 2016)

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Sunday, September 22, 2013

Info about hotel security and safety in Italy and beyond

(LAST EDITED/UPDATED: 6 JUNE 2016)

Here are some links about hotel security and safety including B & B's, apartments and other rental properties in Italy and beyond:

HOTEL SECURITY AND SAFETY
LISTS
RELATED
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The above links as of this date are/were current. If anyone has any suggestions for any other additional web sites and/or links for reference, please feel free to post your comment and I'll update this blog entry.

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Please note: I do NOT represent or endorse any of these links nor do I receive payment for listing them in my blog.

That's it for Sunday, 22 September 2013: domenica, 22 settembre 2013

Ciao, Ben

Moving2Italy2 – #1 source of links About, For or On Italy for those individuals moving, traveling or already living in Italy. 

Today’s quote is an Italian proverb, author unknown.

"Ama, ridi, sogna, e poi vai a dormire."
"Love, laugh, dream, then go to sleep."
 
When you have a free moment or two, please read my wife's interesting and entertaining blog about our life in Italy with photographs: Friends and Family in Italy

Going to Spain, read my new blog:

Info About, For or On Spain – a source of links About, For or On Spain for those individuals traveling or already living in Spain.

Please note: The time listed below for this posting is Central European Time (CET)/ GMT+1.

(LAST EDITED/UPDATED: 6 JUNE 2016)

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Sunday, September 15, 2013

Info about traveling with prescription medication to Italy and beyond

(LAST EDITED/UPDATED: 10 APRIL 2016)

Here are some links about traveling with prescription medication to Italy and beyond:

TRAVELING WITH PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS
  • How to Travel With Prescription Medicine – Jacqui Lane, Demand Media – Source: Found in Travel Tips subsection of the TRAVEL section of the USATODAY – "Latest World News and US News"
  • How to Travel With Prescription Medication – "Just because you are traveling and going away from your regular routine, doesn't mean that taking your prescription medication gets put on the back burner. If you are traveling and will have prescription medicine with you, here's how to travel with your medications safely." – by an eHow Contributor – Source: eHow™ – "Discover the expert in you"
    • How to Carry Prescription Medicine on Airplane Flights – "With the new, post-9/11 security restrictions, it can be hard to determine what you are allowed to carry on-board an airplane, and the last thing you want is a delay because of a non-permitted item in your carry-on. Luckily, it is allowable to carry on most prescription medication on airplane flights, but it is wise to familiarize yourself with the process before you fly." – By Carrie Simmons, eHow Contributor
    • How to Pack Prescription Medication for a Trip – "Medication can mean the difference between life and death, so it must be available to travelers at any moment. With all the laws on the books concerning what is admissible and what is not, it is essential to know the difference. Traveling by bus, train, car or air all have different options for your medication. Airlines have the most stringent rules. If you follow the airline plan you should have no trouble with the bus or train." – By Delores Williams, eHow Contributor
  • Italy Travel Tip- Buying Medications in Italy – "Packing Prescription Drugs and Going to the Pharmacy" – By Martha Bakerjian – Source: Found under the Italy Travel and Safety Tips within the Plan Your Italy Trip - Italy Travel Planning Guide subsection of the Italy Travel section of About.com
  • Travel Packing Medications – "Packing Prescription (Rx), Over the Counter (OTC) medicines" – Source: Found in the Travel Tips section of Snapshotjourneys.com – "where in the world do you want to go?"
  • Travelling with prescription medications – "Travel Doctor-TMVC gets countless enquiries about taking medicines overseas and international customs regulations. In many cases such medicines are essential for an individual’s health and the ultimate success of their holiday or business trip. Issues surrounding taking prescription medicines overseas can cause a great deal of stress for travellers, especially elderly travellers, who often have pre-exiting health conditions and increased health concerns. This should not be a barrier to travel if you follow a few simple rules: . . ." – Source: Travel Doctor-TMVC – "Traveller's Medical + Vaccination Centre"
  • X – "" – Source: X – ""
OTC (OVER THE COUNTER) MEDICATIONS FOR USE OR IN ITALY
TRAVELING WITH PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS: GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS

 AUSTRALIA
  • Travelling with prescription medicines – "If you are planning a trip overseas, organising your medicine is one of the most important things you can do. If you require prescription medicine, it is important you have this medicine with you so you remain in good health while you are away. . . It is illegal to take Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines out of Australia unless the medicine is for your personal use, or the personal use of someone travelling with you. . ." – Source: smartraveller.gov.au – "Every traveller, every trip" – within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade  – "Advancing the interests of Australia and Australians internationally"
CANADA
  • Travelling with Medication – "Prescription medications for legitimate health conditions may come under intense scrutiny by foreign officials. In some countries, drugs that are legal and readily available in Canada are considered illegal, require a prescription, or may arouse suspicion among local officials and customs and immigration authorities. It is always best to contact the Foreign Government Offices Accredited to Canada of the country you plan to visit to confirm the status of your medication." – Source: Travel.gc.ca – "the Government of Canada's website for Canadians travelling or living abroad" – In English, French
GREAT BRITAIN (GB)/UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
  • Can I take my medicine abroad? – "You need to check what rules apply to taking your medicine . . ." – Source: NHS choices – "Your health, your choices"
  • Travelling with medicines (Travel Health Information Sheets) – "If you need to take medicines abroad, remember that some drugs that are legal in the UK could be banned in other countries. For example - codeine-based medicines can currently be bought from UK chemists, but are prohibited in other countries." – Source: NaTHNaC (National Travel Health Network and Centre)  – "promotes standards in travel medicine, providing travel health information for health professionals and the public." 
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (USA)

FORUMS/DISCUSSIONS
RELATED
  • 10 Things to Do in the First 24 Hours of Your Trip – Source: Found in the Travel Tips section of the  IndependentTraveler.com – "Real Travelers. Practical Advice."
  • Country Restrictions – "Although we try to keep up with changing customs requirements around the world, please note that the following list may contain outdated and/or incorrect information and should only be used as general guideline. We recommend contacting your local customs office in order to get the latest requirements for your specific country." – Source: InternationalPharmacy.com – "Your trusted source of high-quality medicine from the USA since 1994" – In multiple languages
  • Medicines & Chemists – "How to get medication in Italy" – Source: Found in the Italy section of Just Landed – "Everything you need to live abroad - connecting expats worldwide." – In multiple languages
  • TSA Carry on Rules for Prescription Drugs – "The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is the government agency in control of implementing and enforcing security measures for airlines and airports, including what items are allowed to be carried or checked onto a flight. With the restriction in liquids allowed to be carried on, implemented in August 2006, it can be confusing what are you are are not allowed to bring with you. These rules are implemented to ensure the safety of all passengers." – By Alexis Devan, eHow Contributor – Source: eHow™ – "Discover the expert in you"
  • X – "" – Source: X – ""
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The above links as of this date are/were current. If anyone has any suggestions for any other additional web sites and/or links for reference, please feel free to post your comment and I'll update this blog entry.

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Please note: I do NOT represent or endorse any of these links nor do I receive payment for listing them in my blog.

That's it for Sunday, 15 September 2013: domenica, 15 settembre 2013

Ciao, Ben

Moving2Italy2 – #1 source of links About, For or On Italy for those individuals moving, traveling or already living in Italy. 

Today’s quote is an Italian proverb, author unknown.

"Vivi Bene, Ama Molto, Ridi Spesso."
"Live Well, Love Much, Laugh Often."

When you have a free moment or two, please read my wife's interesting and entertaining blog about our life in Italy with photographs: Friends and Family in Italy

Going to Spain, read my new blog:Info About, For or On Spain – a source of links About, For or On Spain for those individuals traveling or already living in Spain.

Please note: The time listed below for this posting is Central European Time (CET)/ GMT+1.

(LAST EDITED/UPDATED: 10 APRIL 2016)

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Sunday, September 08, 2013

Info about, for or on Italian food culture

(LAST EDITED/UPDATED: 13 MARCH 2014)

Here are some links about, for or on Italian food culture:

BLOGS/BLOG ENTRIES
ITALIAN FOOD CULTURE
  • The Italian Food Culture – "The Italian food culture concerns not only what we see at Italian tables or in a rich Italian restaurant menu.It is something much deeper in Italians’ DNA." – by: Ana Maria Da Costa Vasconcellos – Source: FoodEditorials.com – "is part of the Streetdirectory.com and Food Advisor Network. It provides an extensive coverage of popular food topics such as Cooking Guide, Pastry Baking, Health Food, Cuisine Menu, Snacks Recipe, Beverage Guide & Meal Ideas that will not only whet your appetite but also inspire you to cook new dishes!"  
  • Italian Food Culture – "" – Source: Cosi BuonoTM – "Italian is a Way of Life" – "About"
  • Italian Food Culture – "Wondering what culture surrounds the unique Italian cuisine? Find out how the eating etiquettes of the Italians and the traditions that surround the activity." – on March 29, 2010 – Source: globe rove  
  • Italian food culture – "Italian food culture: Italian cuisine is always culture. It is known all over the world, is a collection of flavors, tastes, creativity, history and traditions of all parts of Italy, is actually "the gastronomy of Italian regions"." – Source: Italy-Facts.net – "Italy facts and information"
  • Italian food culture – "" – Source: kwintessential – ""
  • Italian Food Culture – "There is much more to Italian food culture than many people outside Italy realize. Mastering the art of Italian cooking is not just a matter of learning recipes but rather requires coming to understand a whole approach to the preparation and eating of food. This approach can be understood, among other ways, through a series of unwritten “rules” that guide most Italians' culinary habits. (I use the term loosely, as there are exceptions to most of these 'rules.' And there is no Italian food police to arrest you if you break them.)" – Source: Memorie di Angelina – "Italian Home Cooking Made Easy"
  • Italian food culture – Published: January 12, 2013 – Source: Nutrition freak – "Nutrition articles and interesting facts" 
  • Italian food culture, all about joy, familyand tradition – "Certainly Italian food and culture go hand in hand, we may say there is no difference. For Italians food is not merely a means for survival. Food defines us. It belongs to our history and culture as much as Raffaello and Leonardo da Vinci do." – Source: DiscoverItalianFood.com – "Indulge in La Dolce Vita" – "Discover gourmet Italian food products and recipes"
  • x – "" – Source: X – "" 
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The above links as of this date are/were current. If anyone has any suggestions for any other additional web sites and/or links for reference, please feel free to post your comment and I'll update this blog entry.

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Please note: I do NOT represent or endorse any of these links nor do I receive payment for listing them in my blog.

That's it for Sunday, 8 September 2013: domenica, 8 settembre 2013

Ciao, Ben

Moving2Italy2 – #1 source of links About, For or On Italy for those individuals moving, traveling or already living in Italy. 

Today’s quote is an Italian proverb, author unknown.

"La buona cucina rende allegri."
"Laughter is brightest where food is best."

When you have a free moment or two, please read my wife's interesting and entertaining blog about our life in Italy with photographs: Friends and Family in Italy

Going to Spain, read my new blog: Info About, For or On Spain – a source of links About, For or On Spain for those individuals traveling or already living in Spain.

Please note: The time listed below for this posting is Central European Time (CET)/ GMT+1.

(LAST EDITED/UPDATED: 13 MARCH 2014)

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Sunday, September 01, 2013

Info about, for, or on senior travel AKA mature travelers to Italy

(LAST EDITED / UPDATED: 12 APRIL 2016)

Here are some links about, for, or on senior travel AKA mature travelers to Italy:

SENIOR TRAVEL AKA MATURE TRAVELERS TO ITALY
RELATED
  • The Baby Boomer Generation: Who we are and how we affect the travel industry – By Kim Weiss – on OCTOBER 4, 2011 – Source: TravelforBoomers.com – "IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO TRAVEL"
  • Canadian Senior Years – "A site specifically designed for Canadians over 50." – Source: web site – "Here you will find the best information, articles, news and Canadian site links available for seniors on the web today!"
  • ElderTreks – "A WORLD OF EXOTIC ADVENTURE TRAVEL FOR THE OVER 50 TRAVELER" – Source: web site – "About ElderTreks"
  • How to Get Ready for a Foreign Trip as a Senior – "Senior travel to foreign countries can be just as rewarding and fun as at any younger age. Careful planning well in advance and paying attention to special health needs will make the difference between a memorable trip and a nightmare. Here are specific steps that will get the mind and body ready for an extended trip." – By Robert Karr, eHow Contributor – Source: eHow™ – "Discover the expert in you"
    • How to Get Senior Travel Health Insurance – "Before you plan an overseas trip, check if your health insurance provides coverage outside the United States. Most, including Medicare, fail to cover a lot of health problems in other countries. It's a good idea to consider purchasing a temporary travel health insurance plan in case of an emergency." – By an eHow Contributor
    • Travel Tips for the Elderly – "Many older people enjoy their senior years by traveling around the globe to experience the sights and cultures of other nations. These vacations and holidays can be very enjoyable, but planning what to do and when to do it before leaving for any destination is essential. Here are some travel tips for seniors that can keep stress to a minimum and travel experiences memorable." – By Julie Richards, eHow Contributor 
  • Senior Travel – "About Us" – Source: Found in the Travel Tips section on the IndependentTraveler.com® – "Travel Tips, Trip Planning and Discount Travel"
  • Senior Women Travel Solo: Tips for Safe and Stimulating Holidays – "Story and Photos by Elaine Mays" – Source: Travel with a Challenge – "Discover the new world of cruise and land vacations for mature travelers, their families and friends"
  • Retirement, vagabonding style – October 29, 2012 – by Rolf Potts – Source: Rolf Potts' Vagablogging – "An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel"
  • X – "" – Source: X – ""
MISCELLANEOUS
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The above links as of this date are/were current. If anyone has any suggestions for any other additional web sites and/or links for reference, please feel free to post your comment and I'll update this blog entry.

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Please note: I do NOT represent or endorse any of these links nor do I receive payment for listing them in my blog.

That's it for Sunday, 1 September 2013: domenica, 1 settembre 2013

Ciao, Ben

Moving2Italy2 – #1 source of links About, For or On Italy for those individuals moving, traveling or already living in Italy. 

Today’s quote is an Italian proverb / saying, author unknown.

"Nel pollaio non c'è pace se canta la gallina e il gallo tace."
"There's no peace in the chicken coop if the hen crows and the cock is silent."

When you have a free moment or two, please read my wife's interesting and entertaining blog about our life in Italy with photographs: Friends and Family in Italy

Going to Spain, read my new blog:Info About, For or On Spain – a source of links About, For or On Spain for those individuals traveling or already living in Spain.

Please note: The time listed below for this posting is Central European Time (CET)/ GMT+1.

(LAST EDITED / UPDATED: 12 APRIL 2016)

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