DON'T DO THIS! Mistakes I made while living in Rome, Italy

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  • @raspas99
    @raspas99 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes you should tip of course. Everyone will be thankful for it. No matter what other people do or what would your boyfriend says they do you should do what you think it should be done. And if you are person who likes to tip and think it's a good thing always tip. I went to Italy I don't even know how many times and I always dip and was always greeted with a smile and thank you.

  • @CapeGambi
    @CapeGambi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    taking a bus is so funny, when you do get one it is so packed! just have to push on

  • @gidgetnuke107
    @gidgetnuke107 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha that's so interesting to hear about the coffee culture. Whenever we move to our new home we didn't have internet and so I went to the coffee shop and use their Wi-Fi all week and just got a couple coffees a day and it was completely normal. Especially since each coffee was only about $6

  • @simonespinedi9586
    @simonespinedi9586 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    A note: maybe it's not properly fair, but it'obvious (for us) that if you set down for coffee in CENTER of Rome, but as in all Italian historical centers, you will pay 15 to 25 euros. I think it happen all over around the world, if you take a coffee and set in front of the colosseum, or piazza navona, or if you do that in front of Wall Street (leaving aside the different concept of understanding the moment of taking coffee between different countries) it's quite normal that the charge its more espensive.
    But all over the rest of Rome every Bar (café, or coffee shop for foreigners) DON'T MAKE an extra payment for setting down drinking your coffee, cappuccino or piece of cake.

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, thank you! It makes sense now, but as an American for the first time in Rome that was so surprising! Hehe
      Sitting down for coffee in America is free and, as you said, the coffee culture is completely different, so it’s normal for Americans to sit down. So interesting ✨

  • @ahameddodia5739
    @ahameddodia5739 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Please make videos on explore university or college. And which sim card we should buy. Hostel room for students. Etc

  • @attizzoso
    @attizzoso 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    In the name of the hard workers of Rome I'll say: PLEASE DO TIP HEAVILY! Nobody will feel offended I assure you

  • @ahameddodia5739
    @ahameddodia5739 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am coming to Rome for first as I got scholarship thanks for your information that might be helpful. I have also message you in Instagram. Thanks for making vlog really really going to help

  • @jasmineali8210
    @jasmineali8210 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, can you tell us which are the cheap/affordable places to live in Rome? Especially low rent..

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Maisha, It's going to be cheaper the further from the city center you get. I found it hard to find a landlord for shorter term rentals, especially as a foreigner, so I would use airbnb's a lot. Try to look for neighborhoods that are connected by train but not right in the center, if you're wanting something more affordable.

  • @peimanfarshbaf7522
    @peimanfarshbaf7522 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Next month I will be there :D

    • @mohammadfarahani2960
      @mohammadfarahani2960 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      In your view, Italy can be good choice for us?

    • @peimanfarshbaf7522
      @peimanfarshbaf7522 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mohammadfarahani2960 depends on many things and your lifestyle, expectations...

  • @chulitiis
    @chulitiis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hiii, what are the best areas to live in Rome?

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Julieta Giuliani hi there! Depends on what you’re interested in. Trastevere, Monti, Prati are a few I really enjoy ☺️

    • @mauroscarponi9440
      @mauroscarponi9440 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Garbatella. EUR. Testaccio.

  • @solo-angel
    @solo-angel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How is living in Rome now during covid?

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Unfortunately, I went to the US for Christmas and I haven't been able to get back to Italy since. 💔 As soon as I return, I would love to film some updates!

  • @Saldoga.23
    @Saldoga.23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How many years do you stay there now in Rome?

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, about 5 years on and off!

    • @Saldoga.23
      @Saldoga.23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlyssaMaeFriend are you immigrant there in Rome?

  • @Saldoga.23
    @Saldoga.23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How is your stay there in Rome this pandemic?

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm staying home most of the time, but it seems pretty relaxed, other than the 6pm restaurant closures and 10pm curfew. It's very quiet with no tourists.

    • @Saldoga.23
      @Saldoga.23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlyssaMaeFriend so how is your stay now there in Rome?

  • @IngridFredriksson
    @IngridFredriksson 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hahah so accurate😂👌

  • @isobelrigg5738
    @isobelrigg5738 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lots of good examples! Luckily Brits don't tip excessively (nothing compared to Americans or Canadians) so that was an easier adjustment to make. I've never tipped a hairdresser before and find it surprising when Americans tip every time they get their hair cut, nails done or any other beauty treatment. Are the base prices for these services lower because there is an expectation that a tip will be added?

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Isobel Rigg no girl, the prices aren’t lower! I think it’s just a cultural thing because it makes no sense! My cut and color would be $150 (already pricey) and then add 20% = $180. Too much hahaha and yeah, we tip like that for any beauty service.
      When I did makeup I was just paid hourly wage so when people tipped me it was fast cash in my pocket. It’s different in every work place but our service prices certainly aren’t low. I don’t know why we do this... haha 😂

    • @isobelrigg5738
      @isobelrigg5738 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@AlyssaMaeFriend Yeah it's very strange to me. It also means that tipping loses its significance; if people tip for every service, every time, regardless of how good/bad/average it was, the whole meaning of tipping to show appreciation and reward great service is lost.

    • @isobelrigg5738
      @isobelrigg5738 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AlyssaMaeFriend$180 for a haircut is insane! I'm getting mine cut next week and already know it'll cost me £30 as the prices are listed on the website.

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Isobel Rigg I’m getting mine cut next week too and they said it would be €50- I’m gonna try and be European with this and not tip! Haha I’ll let you know how it goes 🙈

  • @ahameddodia5739
    @ahameddodia5739 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much bites of mosquito take care of your 😁😁😁

  • @jasonglobio
    @jasonglobio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can definitely relate on you 😄
    They're rude and unorganized 😅
    I hope I'll see you around here in rome hehe
    What's your instagram

    • @AlyssaMaeFriend
      @AlyssaMaeFriend  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm not on insta these days, sorry about that!