Why We Started YouTube Channel In Our 60s: Croce & Carol’s Story

Croce and Carol share how they started and what you can expect: people, language, food, travel, culture, lifestyle, cost of living in Italy, and more.  We’d love to connect with you.

Croce and Carol are the dynamic duo behind the YouTube channel ‘The Sicilian Life.’ In their 60s, they started this channel to document their experiences and insights into living in Sicily, primarily for their family and friends.

However, the channel has since evolved into a resource for anyone interested in Sicily’s rich culture and lifestyle.

Croce, a native Sicilian, and Carol, who hails from the United States, bring a unique blend of local authenticity and international perspective to their content.

The channel is a platform to discuss various aspects of Sicilian life, including language, cuisine, travel, and local customs. It provides in-depth analyses of the cost of living, adapting to local challenges, and the overall experience of resettling in Sicily.

Their content is crafted to appeal to individuals with Sicilian heritage and those fascinated by the culture. Through their weekly videos, Croce and Carol aim to connect with viewers by sharing authentic stories and practical insights into the Sicilian way of life.

‘The Sicilian Life’ is not just a channel; it’s an invitation to explore Sicilian culture through the eyes of two passionate locals.

Whether you are considering a move to Italy or just looking to learn more about Sicilian culture, Croce and Carol provide valuable content that bridges the gap between curiosity and understanding.

So, join Croce & Carol on their journey and discover the beauty and charm of Sicily.

▶️ Video Chapters:
00:00 – Why We Started YouTube Channel In Our 60s: Croce & Carol’s Story

00:10 – Connecting with Italy and Sicily Enthusiasts

00:16 – Channel Content Overview

00:28 – In-Depth Videos on Sicilian Lifestyle

00:36 – Channel’s Origin Story

00:44 – Challenges Faced and Lessons Learned

00:50 – Authenticity and Expertise

01:09 – Future Connection Opportunities

Why We Started YouTube Channel In Our 60s: Croce & Carol’s Story

Benvenuti al nostro canale, La Vita Siciliana. Yes, welcome to our channel, The Sicilian Life. I’m Carol, this is my husband Croce.

Connecting with Italy and Sicily Enthusiasts

We are so glad you’re here. If you are interested in Italy and Sicily, we would love to connect with you. Whether you have family roots or not, we would love to get in touch.

Channel Content Overview

We cover language, Italian food, travel, the people, the culture, the lifestyle. We’ve done videos on the cost of living in depth, what it’s like, some of the challenges. And we are open to suggestions.

Channel’s Origin Story

We started this channel originally to document our journey in Sicily for our kids, for our family, and our friends.

Challenges Faced and Lessons Learned

And then, after we’ve lived there for a while, we found out that we had some challenges, right? And we learned a lot.

Authenticity and Expertise

So we thought we could help other people that were wanting a little bit of a glimpse from an authentic Sicilian. He’s born and raised in Sicily, so you get the real deal at this channel.

If this resonates with you, hit the subscribe button so you don’t miss any of our videos that come out every week.

Future Connection Opportunities

Who knows? Maybe someday we can meet for an espresso. That would be fun. Oh, wouldn’t that be neat? That would be great.