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How to learn Italian fast?

The time needed for learning a second language is an important factor to consider. Whether you want to apply for a job or finally decided

Italy

Rome’s Most famous Piazza?

One of Italy’s bewildering number of fine piazzas, charming Piazza Navona is a must see for most visitors to the eternal city of Rome. This week’s images of Italy photograph is of said piazza, only it has been processed using a special technique called HDR to give the image a certain extra little something.

Le Marche

This is not really a video, but it does have some nice images of the Marches region of Italy.  The accompanying song is by the

Is the Mafia Still Powerful in Italy?

Even people who have never been to Italy have probably heard of Italy’s infamous mafia organised crime groups. Just how powerful are Italy’s mafia groups today?

Properties

House For Sale near Milan

Gaetano Salvo, friend and Blog from Italy researcher wants to sell his house. For those who might be interested, or may know of someone or

A House and all that Jazz For Sale in Umbria, Italy

How would you like to have your very own a country retreat in a quiet medieval village in the heart of Italy? A place which enjoys glorious views of the surrounding countryside, and which is not far from Italy’s eternal city -Rome. If so, there is a house for sale which might be of interest.

So, you want to buy an appartment in Italy?

Wonderful……but you should read this post on possible pitfalls regarding buying apartments in Italy before committing yourself. Please note that these observations do not apply to detached/semi-detached houses in their own grounds.

Places to stay in Italy

Little Italy Bed and Breakfast, Rome

When looking for accommodation in a popular tourist destination like Rome, the main requirements are a central location, a comfortable room, friendly and knowledgeable service and, of course, affordable prices.

Discover Bliss in this Bed and Breakfast in Anghiari, Tuscany

I did not want to tell you about this particular bed and breakfast. Why? Because I am envious of the people who run it. Envious of the fact that they live a stone’s throw away from the medieval village of Anghiari in Tuscany, which can lay claim to being one of the most beautiful villages in all Italy.

Home from Home Bed and Breakfast in Sunny Sicily

Home From Home Bed and Breakfast Sicily

“Home from home” bills itself as ‘a small comfortable bed & breakfast with cosy rooms where you will be able to rest in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere in the splendid Palermo countryside’.

The Castelbrando Hotel by Night

The Castelbrando Castle Hotel – For Luxurious Romantic Getaways

Situated in the foothills of the alps 50 minutes drive away from Venice lies the spectacular and luxurious 80 room Castelbrando hotel.

The romantic location of this castle hotel in Italy is straight out of a fairytale.

The Castelbrando Hotel is embodies romance and Italian style, making it an ideal hotel in Italy for romantic getaways or simply to use as a base from which to explore the beautiful area in which the Castelbrando finds itself.

Medieval Tranquility at Casa Dell’Amorino, Abruzzo, Italy

This week, Blog from Italy’s new series of features on expat run apartments for rent in Italy takes a look at an attractive recently refurbished 200 year old town house, Casa Dell’Amorino, which would make an ideal base for skiiers in winter or early spring, and would also be perfect for one of those getting away from it all summer vacations.