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3 Tips for Those Planning a Move to Italy
Maria is a MyBelPaese member who is no stranger to both the joy and the challenges involved in making a life in Italy. She relocated to Tuscany many years ago, and she often finds herself in the position of helping newcomers to the bel paese navigate some aspect of...
Safe Haven: A Retreat to Lecce and Lu Leccio
Lu Leccio. Photo by Chiara Torelli.“You must go to Lecce” I’m told. “You need to go to Salento.” It is the southernmost tip of Puglia, the heel of Italy’s boot. I recall the many times I’ve walked behind a pair of high heels in motion, or worn them myself, the...
Cyclotourism in Puglia
All images in this article courtesy of Yuniqly.Cyclotourism : What is it in a nutshell? Well, can’t speak for everywhere but at least in Puglia, Italy, here’s what it looks like: you get an itinerary mapped out for you of ancient towns with more beauty, history and...
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Early Memories of Traveling in Italy
By Earl Jackson, AIA In a past life, before cell phones and digital cameras, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to study in Italy, in Rome, Siena, and anywhere we could get to on the weekends by train. I traveled with a great Pentax K1000 SLR, rolls of film, a...
3 Tips for Those Planning a Move to Italy
Maria is a MyBelPaese member who is no stranger to both the joy and the challenges involved in making a life in Italy. She relocated to Tuscany many years ago, and she often finds herself in the position of helping newcomers to the bel paese navigate some aspect of...
Heat Wave 2022
Mike D. relocated from Florida to Certaldo, Italy in 2022. He share his experiences with the challenges of Italian bureaucracy and the joy that balances out all the challenges. You can read his other posts here. For those skeptical about climate change, come...
Featured Places
Umbria
If a slightly less developed version of Tuscany sounds up your alley, you must discover Umbria. This tiny unpretentious region is rich with beautiful farmland, cultural heritage and charming medieval towns.
Puglia
Yes, the water is actually that color of blue in Puglia. It's gorgeous beyond belief. Discover this of the moment Italian region that earns its reputation for other-worldly beauty, serenity, and chill vibes. Slightly off the beaten path and...
Tuscany
Rolling verdant farmland, towns with celebrity status, Renaissance history in spades... Tuscany earns its iconic reputation. It is likely a region you will get to know early-on in your exploration of Italy, and return to again and again.
Lombardia
City Mouse The city of Milan positions Lombardy as the most populous of Italy's regions, accounting for a large share of the country's economy and urban activity.Country Mouse For the outdoor lover, the area is rich with unspoiled land, moutains, lakes, and vineyards...
Liguria
This tiny crescent-shaped coastal region of Italy is home to some of the most breathtaking and colorful little hilltop seaside towns you'll ever see. You will definitely get those steps in by walking the trails of the iconic Cinque Terre! Liguria is also home to...
Campania
Our description of Campania is submitted by Campania native Ilaria Vicidomini. Ilaria also provides articles and translation services for our website. Thank you, Ilaria!Campania, the region often described in three words: spaghetti, pizza and mandolin... ah, but it’s...