Stay Fabulous
Stay Fabulous is the travel podcast for dreamers, seekers, and design-minded travelers who crave more than just checklists and tourist traps. Hosted by Anastasiya, founder of Fabulous Vita Travel Agency and expert in curated travel through Italy, Greece, and France, each episode is a blend of insider insight, personal storytelling, and soulful advice on how to travel beautifully and live intentionally.
From navigating the chaos of Rome to finding stillness in the Cyclades or discovering hidden towns in Provence, this podcast offers practical tips, emotional takeaways, and honest reflections from someone who’s helped thousands of Americans design unforgettable journeys through Europe.
Whether you're planning your first trip to Italy or dreaming of a summer on the Amalfi Coast, Stay Fabulous is your companion for travel that feels as good as it looks.
Stay Fabulous
Living in Rome - Beautiful, Chaotic, and Utterly Addictive
What’s it really like to live in Rome, Italy? Not the Instagram fantasy, but the real life of moving to Rome, from breathtaking sunsets over the Colosseum to endless bureaucracy, transport strikes, and the kind of chaos that only Italy can deliver.
In this episode, I share the beautiful, chaotic, and utterly addictive reality of living in Rome. You’ll hear stories about golden light in Villa Borghese, sleepless nights thanks to blaring alarms, navigating Italy’s famous bureaucracy, and learning why Rome doesn’t change for you - you change for Rome.
If you’ve ever dreamed of moving to Italy, curious about expat life in Rome, or just fascinated by the romance and reality of Italian culture, this is your inside look. I’ll also give practical advice for anyone considering making the leap: how to handle the frustrations, embrace the magic, and decide if living in Rome long-term is truly for you.
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0:00 Intro: The Truth of Life in Italy
1:26 The Allure of Rome: History, Food, and Italian Culture
2:17 Chaos, Bureaucracy, and Life in Rome
5:18 Transport Strikes and Unexpected Delays
6:09 Why Rome Is Addictive: Beauty That Keeps You Hooked
8:10 Lessons for Expats: Moving to Italy and Thriving in Rome
11:44 Closing Thoughts: Why Living in Rome Changes You Forever
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Connect with me:
Fabulous Vita Travel Agency : https://fabulousvita.com
Youtube Channel : https://youtube.com/c/StayFabulousTL