Ciao all!

I'm an outgoing young professional who has just moved from Philadelphia, USA to Lugano for work at a local college. I'm an avid traveler, runner/skier, and espresso drinker. I'm excited to explore a new city, meet new people, and continue learning Italian. I'm also interested in joining any social activities/meet-ups. If you're in the city and want to meet for a run, drink, or anything else, please give a shout!

-Heather

Hello and welcome to the Forum, you shiny young professional! There's a nice crowd in the Ticino area; keep an eye open for upcoming events on the calendar or even start one yourself

Grazie, Uncle Max! I'm looking forward to a new life chapter in Lugano. Glad to hear there's a good crowd here. I'll definitely keep my eyes and ears open to some upcoming events. And nice suggestion on organizing something...I'm thinking aperitivo would be fun

If you need some furniture or a car, let me know. I'm leaving in 2.5 months.

A longtime (20 year) friend of mine owns the only bars near that college!

Tom

Hi, flamango/Heather.

Such an event is taking place this Wednesday when the Internations group are meeting at 19.00 at the Villa Saroli Ristorante, Lounge & Bar.

Joining is free. www.Internations.org

Choose Switzerland then find Lugano expats.

At the moment there will be 105 attendees (11 from the USA) representing 38 different nationalities. Plenty of English is spoken but you can certainly practise your Italian if you wish !

Best of luck in Lugano !

hi Heather

I am also fairly new to Lugano, have moved out here without a job at the moment!!. I like to jog,ski,glass of wine.... I was considering going to the internations night but am still unsure...

Let me know if you decide to brave it!

Ali

Good luck with the new job! I'll be new in town from next month also so would be good to meet up with you and the others here from EF at some point...

Thanks all, especially for the advice and best wishes. I'm planning to attend the Internations event tomorrow, so hope to meet some of you there. A doppo!!

Not new but always happy to meet new people so up for chat, walk, etc, too