The 10 best places to buy in Italy in 2025

The 10 best places to buy in Italy in 2025

Italy offers many great places to buy property, from charming hilltop villages to elegant city apartments. The landscape is so varied and beautiful, the dilemma is whether to buy a chalet in the mountains, a farmhouse in the countryside or an apartment with sea or...
Let’s retire to Lake Trasimeno in Umbria

Let’s retire to Lake Trasimeno in Umbria

Lake Trasimeno is the fourth-largest lake in Italy, and one of the most beautiful. It’s the perfect place to retire to, as it offers all the beauty of nature on the lake, as well as in the surrounding hills. The villages are rich in tradition, art and good food. The...
Greek islands under two hours by ferry from Athens

Greek islands under two hours by ferry from Athens

There are several charming Greek islands that can be reached by ferry from a port near Athens. Mostly they depart from Piraeus port, however, you can also catch ferries from Rafina and Lavrio too. Both of these ports are less than 30 minutes’ drive from Athens...
Lake Como in the wintertime

Lake Como in the wintertime

Lake Como in the wintertime is simply magical, with the reflections of sparkling lights on the shimmering waters, Christmas markets and snow-topped mountains. The air is crisp and rather chilly, but you’ll soon warm up on a walk, through breathtaking lake scenery,...
Best provinces in Italy for quality of life

Best provinces in Italy for quality of life

A move to Italy can greatly enhance your quality of life, especially when you find that perfect location in a province that meets all your needs. We all love the Italian scenery, the food, the architecture, the traditions, the sunshine and the relaxed way of life. But...