ITALY CHRONICLES
Latest Posts
New! Italy Photo Contests – Show Off Your Photos of Italy
If you, like me, you think Italy is extremely photogenic, you might be interested to hear that Italy Chronicles is to run photo contests. The
Wild Boar Hunting in Italy
Ever thought about wild boar hunting in Italy? Maybe not but perhaps you might like to. Italy has a bit of a problem with wild
Berlusconi Heart
On Thursday in Italy headlines were dominated by the news that Silvio Berlusconi, a former and controversial prime minister, required an urgent heart operation and had
Ferrari Gets a New Boss
Luca Cordero di Montezemolo is to leave the helm of Italian sports car maker Ferrari in mid-October. Rumours about the change had been flying around
Recent Events and Italy’s Ferguson
Last week was, as usual, rather hectic and peppered with announcements from Italy’s vociferous prime minister. Italy’s Prime Minister is forging ahead with announcements, if
Wild Boar Hunting in Italy
Ever thought about wild boar hunting in Italy? Maybe not
Berlusconi Heart
On Thursday in Italy headlines were dominated by the news
Ferrari Gets a New Boss
Luca Cordero di Montezemolo is to leave the helm of
Recent Events and Italy’s Ferguson
Last week was, as usual, rather hectic and peppered with
Italy
Italy – The Vatican and the Mafia
When mention is made of Italy mixed in with thoughts of pasta and wine will be the Vatican and, the mafia.
Festivals and Traditions in Alberobello: Celebrating Puglian Culture
Alberobello, a charming town located in the Puglia region of southern Italy, is not only famous for its unique trulli houses but also for its
Driving in Italy – Toll Road Problems
If you are driving in Italy, or plan to drive in Italy, you will probably come across the nation’s toll motorways, or autostrada, as they
Monti Says No to 2020 Rome Olympics Bid
After mulling over the subject, today Italy’s Mario Monti led government said no to Rome making a bid to host the 2020 Olympics. Had Italy’s
Atmospherically Foggy Milan
In the past, Milan, where I live, was known for its pea souper fogs. In recent years, however, the fogs have become something of a
Moratti v The Prostitutes
Letizia Moratti, for those not in the know, is the Mayor of Milan, Italy, and she’s at war. Yes, she’s battling the city’s prostitution problem.
Rome’s Rip Off Passetto Restaurant?
Situated a mere stones-throw away from Rome’s famous Piazza Navona, a romantic meal for two Japanese tourists in the Passetto restaurant turned out to be such as costly experience that it probably left a bad taste in the two diners mouths.
Is Life in Italy So bad?
At the end of the day, despite bickering politicians and dodgy organisation, life in Italy is not that bad.
Properties
The Admirable Admiral’s Villa in Taormina
If you know your history pretty well, you may be aware that one of England’s most celebrated Admirals possessed a rather charming villa in the scenic Sicilian town of Taormina.
How to Find Property for Rent in Italy
Maybe you are coming to Italy to work or study here for a while, in which case, you’ll need somewhere to live. If that’s the
The Admirable Admiral’s Villa in Taormina
If you know your history pretty well, you may be aware that one of England’s most celebrated Admirals possessed a rather charming villa in the scenic Sicilian town of Taormina.
How to Find Property for Rent in Italy
Maybe you are coming to Italy to work or study here for a while, in which case, you’ll need somewhere to live. If that’s the
Places to stay in Italy
Chaplin Bed and Breakfast Rome
Perfectly located in a safe and quiet but extremely central Rome neighborhood, the Chaplin Bed and Breakfast Rome is the ideal base for your Roman holiday.
Casa Villatalla B&B, Liguria
By far the most important members of the Casa Villatalla household are Nellie (an elderly but loveable chocolate Labrador), Bonnie, a fluffy and rather scatty American Spaniel, and Pickle, aneccentric cat who walks like John Wayne.
Villa Miller Bed and Breakfast, Puglia, Italy
Located well off the main road in the depths of the Puglia countryside, Villa Miller the only sounds which disturb guests are those of the crickets and the ringing of the bells worn by the areas cow and sheep population.
Chaplin Bed and Breakfast Rome
Perfectly located in a safe and quiet but extremely central Rome neighborhood, the Chaplin Bed and Breakfast Rome is the ideal base for your Roman holiday.
Villa Miller Bed and Breakfast, Puglia, Italy
Located well off the main road in the depths of the Puglia countryside, Villa Miller the only sounds which disturb guests are those of the crickets and the ringing of the bells worn by the areas cow and sheep population.