Simple gestures measure life in Italy: a harvest done with hands dirty from the soil, the olive harvest with entire families working in the fields, and tasting the new oil on warm bread. Choosing to live near these excellences is not just about landscapes or personal taste: it is an […]
In Italy, you can legally rent out your property on Airbnb鈥攊ncluding a historic home鈥攂ut there are specific rules you need to know. When it comes to setting up an Airbnb historic home in Italy, things can get a bit more complex. Renting to tourists typically falls into two main legal […]
For those looking at Italy from the outside, owning a home in a historic center in Italy may seem like a real gem. Being immersed in a small, secluded area far from the chaos of a big city, surrounded by centuries (or even millennia) of history, offers a clear boundary […]
If you鈥檙e thinking about moving to Italy with your horses or farm animals, you鈥檙e probably wondering about the differences in regulations and management costs compared to your home country. Italy boasts a long equestrian and agricultural tradition, offering breathtaking landscapes and vast rural areas where you can find great real […]
Investment Opportunity in Pienza, Italy A Charming Town with Year-Round Appeal Introduction Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Pienza offers a rare opportunity to experience the quintessential Italian lifestyle. We are excited to present a spacious two-level property located in a historic building at the very center of town. Combining […]
If you are thinking about moving to Italy or spending some time here, English is quite widespread, especially in the larger and more touristy cities. In this article, we will try to understand if it鈥檚 possible living in Italy without speaking Italian, and what are some phrases you need to […]
The Italian real estate market can seem complicated if you don’t know the language or local customs. In this article, I will guide you step by step, explaining everything you need to know about renting a house in Italy smoothly. If you want to familiarize yourself with the terminology of […]
If you鈥檙e planning to move to Italy, one of the first things you鈥檒l need to do upon arrival is apply for a Codice Fiscale (tax code), one of the first documents you鈥檒l need. It鈥檚 the Italian equivalent of the Social Security Number (SSN) in the United States. Still, it鈥檚 required […]
Italy follows international regulations such as the Washington Convention (CITES), which protects endangered species and imposes restrictions on the importation of certain animals for public health reasons. So, suppose you are moving to Italy with your exotic animal (in Italy, exotic animals include birds, reptiles, fish, and some species of […]
Italian Food PIZZA OK, I like American pizza once in a while – but Italian pizza is a very different thing. The establishments which specialize in pizzas are called “pizzeria” and often they have menus listing 20 or more types. In Italy, pizza is always made to order (with somebody […]