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Welcome to Naples

Hiking Vesuvio

A last minute cancellation resulted in a fun surprise on this half-day tour hiking Vesuvio in Naples, Italy.

Welcome to Naples

Our 2025-2026 “Welcome to Naples” magazine is a guide for newcomers and is a vital resource for understanding your new home in the Naples area.

Gluten free in Napoli

Being gluten free isn’t always easy, but in Napoli it’s a breeze. Check out these tasty options.

The Italian Farmacia

PCSing to Italy in 2026? Here’s what you should know about pharmacies. There are no chain pharmacies in Italy, but a pharmacy, or farmacia, is universally recognizable by the green cross sign. 

The Italian healthcare system

Healthcare in Italy can be a little different than in the US, here is what to expect at a doctor’s appointment and in the hospital for those PCSing in 2026 or 2027.

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