F.A.Q.s

Each week a Student at Torre di Babele will answer the questions posted by prospective students regarding Rome, the lifestyle in Italy and tips on how to live in the Eternal city.

Do you think it is difficult to find a job / part-time job in Rome?

Do you think it is difficult to find a job / part-time job in Rome?

Hello! I’m Marta from Barcelona, Spain. I would like to do an italian course in the school for 8 or 12 weeks. But I’m afraid I will need to gain some money to pay the acomodation, food…
Do you think is difficult to find a job/ part-time job in Rome? (in a restaurant, disco, shop…)
Thank u!!
P.D. [...]

How should I carry money overseas?

Sandra wrote:
Hi… Sandra from Venezuela….
I’m preparing my bags to come to Rome and begin my Italian course on the first week of January. I can’t wait to start the new year by learning another language. However, I don’t know how should I carry money overseas, what methods are secure and if there are particular agencies [...]

What is on in Rome?

Alex wrote:
Ciao from New York! The city that never sleeps. I’m Alex Rossi… I am an Italian American finally getting in touch with his culture. I have family in Milan and I have visited several times. Excellent city for the night scene by the way. The only problem??? My family lives there and I haven’t [...]

Is it possible to see the sights of Rome on a Budget?

Meike wrote:
Hallo… I’m Meike from Köln, Germany. Me and boyfriend are considering the possibility of spending two weeks in Rome. However, I must confess, we are on a tight budged. I was wondering whether it would be a good thing to visit Rome on a budget, or shall we wait for a while until we [...]

Any transportation tips about Rome and Italy?

Carlos wrote:
Hola desde Mexico. I’m Carlos from Monterrey. I’m looking forward to not only learn Italian in Rome, but also have the chance to travel throughout Italy during my time there. I was wondering if you have any tips regarding Roman transportation system and low cost flights or trains that I can buy before hand [...]

How much should I budget for living expenses in Rome?

Hi…
I’m Marko Hietanen from Finnland. I’m planning a trip to Rome. I thought the best way to cruise around Rome would be to have some knowledge of the language. Even though I speak English, I think it’s best if I know some Italian. So why not go down to Italy to learn while traveling. Now [...]