Life in Italy, Real Estate in Italy, Move to Italy
Christmas time in Montecatini Terme Montecatini Terme is set against the backdrop of picturesque hills in the Valdinievole (Valley of Mists), some forty Kilometers west of Florence. I first discovered this elegant and leafy spa resort in the summer of 1998 and was immediately impressed by its elegance and by […]
Kylie in Monza The sun has finally started shining, thank the lord. It’s been a long, long wait – we’re into May now, and half the Milanese population are still sporting coats and boots! I was beginning to think the climate of Milan was rivaling London on the ‘most consistently […]
Aperitivos in Milan Aperitif: wine and a tasty snack It seems Americanism has seeped its way into Milan. The all-you-can-eat phenomenon, once restricted to sizzler and pizza hut, has transformed the Milanese nightlife and halved the cost of a good night out. But unlike in America, the unlimited access […]
Window Shopping Note The following guidelines come from our own experience and are ONLY guidelines , not legal advice. We are not lawyers but personal shoppers. All information on this site is believed to be accurate, and we strive to correct errors and keep our information up-to-date. Please notify us […]
Jewelry Stores in Italy’s Cities Dedicated to the women of the new millennium, free from the constraints imposed by traditional jewelry, women who enjoy themselves and express their femininity by wearing a “jewel” like an accessory, changing it with the ease that one changes purse or shoes, depending on the […]
Bargain shopping You can easily combine a love for travel with a love for shopping in Italy if you know where to look! Most of the major fashion houses have outlet stores, and outlet malls are springing up quickly all over the country. What better way to do your shopping […]
Italy is full of culture, history, fabulous architecture, and artisans of every sort. Tourists flock to Italy for romance, the delicious cuisine, and to experience the wonders of this lush country. But did you know that Italy is also a shopper’s haven? From linens to glassware to ceramics to jewelry, […]
Tucked away in a corner of northern Marche and in the Province of Pesaro-Urbino is the territory known as the Montefeltro, Le Marche. In many ways, it is unexpectedly different from other parts of the region. Yet despite its differences, it still maintains the genuine aspects of typical life in […]
A few Reminders to Keep your Cool During January and July every year, “Saldi” is the talk of the town in big cities and little villages alike. It is time for the sales in Italy! It is customary for stores to begin selling their merchandise at 30% off beginning in […]
Moving to Italy: Forms and Important Items Forms are available through the nearest Italian Consulate or the Italian Embassy. Also recently forms have been available online at the Italian Embassy web site Firearms and Restricted Items: At the present time there is a ban on the importation of firearms into […]