Learn essential Italian phrases, vocabulary, and practical tips for traveling & engaging with locals

Essential Italian phrases and vocabulary from traveling to engaging with locals and everyday necessities 

Discover how to reveal Italy's hidden gems, regional festivals, and off-the-beaten-path destinations

Navigate Italy with confidence and have meaningful experiences anywhere you go

Immerse yourself in Italy's culture by becoming a regular at cafés, shops, and local hangouts

Get the tools to understand, behave like, and connect with Italians

Curriculum

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    Benvenuti! (Welcome!)

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    2. Benvenuti! Free preview
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    6. Italian Basics: Greetings, Introductions & Essential Verbs Free preview
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    Resource: Online Course Text

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    Eating Like a Local

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    Coffee Culture to Cuisine: Discovering Italian Dining

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    La Bella Figura, Shopping, and Social Norms

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    Traveling with Ease

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    Maximizing Your Italian Adventure

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Meet Your Expert Guide

Ciao! I'm Dr. Patrick Tunno, your companion on this cultural discovery of Italy. With a passion for sharing insights and experiences, I'm here to equip you with the tools to experience Italy meaningfully. Join me in unraveling the secrets of Italian culture, language, and connections, and let's make your Italian journey truly unforgettable! I'm an author, professor, language enthusiast, and Italian voyager. As a professor at Penn State and Virginia Tech, I've developed and led study abroad programs throughout Italy and Switzerland’s Italian-speaking region. I earned an MBA from Milan's SDA Bocconi University and a PhD from Penn State University. I research and regularly speak about the development of global competencies.