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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
Money People – The World’s Biggest Problem
What’s that old saying? Ah yes, “money is the root of all evil”. From what is happening in Italy and elsewhere around the world, there
Italy’s Rome Mafia Case
Italy’s capital, Rome, has been run by a mafia-type gang of criminals and politicians for years is what investigations and arrests have been revealing. Although
Listen to Italian Christmas music this Festive Season
If you’d like to add a little interest to this coming festive season, why not fill the atmosphere of your home, office or even Italian
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
Money People – The World’s Biggest Problem
What’s that old saying? Ah yes, “money is the root
Italy’s Rome Mafia Case
Italy’s capital, Rome, has been run by a mafia-type gang
Listen to Italian Christmas music this Festive Season
If you’d like to add a little interest to this
Ferrari Gets a New Boss
Luca Cordero di Montezemolo is to leave the helm of
Italy
Turning Round La Brutta Figura
Italy is a very image conscious country – just wander down any Italian street and you will see beautiful shops and elegantly dressed passers by.
The Shocking Case of Stefano Cucchi
Causing a stir in Italy at the moment is the controversial case of Stefano Cucchi who died while in custody after being arrested for dealing
Bad Italian Post Office Bonds
An ill wind is blowing from the direction of the Italian post office service, and said bad wind emanates from a quietly brewing storm.
What’s Daily Life in Italy in Summer Like?
If you have ever wondered just what daily life in Italy is like in summer, this post may interest you. Once the warm weather hitsItaly,
How to Avoid Fines while Staying in Italy
If you are coming to Italy this summer, and have booked into a hotel in the central area of an Italian city, such as Florence or Pisa, and you are coming by car, either your own or a hire car, then watch out!
Do You Pizzoccheri? If not, then perhaps you should.
Have you ever heard of pizzoccheri? Possibly not, until now, that is. Pizzoccheri is a hearty Italian winter pasta dish. Ideal for vegetarians, it uses a
Corruption and Extortion in Italian
Those of you who are not Italian, but read Italian newspapers, will often come across the words ‘corruzione’ and ‘concussione’. Do you know what ‘concussione’ means?
Italy and its Demons
Constantin Gurdgiev makes some good points in his Tweets reported
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
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
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.
Places to stay in Italy
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.
Baur Bed and Breakfast, Acqui Terme, Piedmont
“You may have the universe if I may have Italy.“ – Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901) Is the quotation which greets you when you visit the Baur B&B website, demonstrating how enchanting the owners find Italy.
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.
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.