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Perfect weather for a trip out today,after yesterdays storms, so we went to Caldarola to see the Caravaggios and others at Le Stanze del Cardinale in the main square  ( ends 12th Nov) and then on up to Castello Pallotta an ancient fortified castle

Fri, 09/18/2009 - 09:26

This is probably a question for Gala. My friend has started her road trip of Italy, to finally arrive in Marche in 8weeks time, and will be using internet cafes to keep in touch . She arrives in Lucca tomorrow, will she find one there?.

Sat, 09/12/2009 - 04:41

We have friends who are house hunting here and have come across an interesting site of a company called Country Sunsets who are based in Termoli, has anyone come across them or had any experience of dealing with them?.thanksA

Mon, 09/07/2009 - 04:20

Writing again in praise of the healthcare I have received in Marche.

Tue, 08/25/2009 - 03:15

Yet another incentive from those great people at Osteria del Lago at San Ruffino.They have opened a small English library, novels non fiction and some reference books.The idea is that the novels can be swapped or that you can add to their numbers

Fri, 08/14/2009 - 08:49

I feel this might be a question that comes under Caroles expertise, but just assuming I am a pensioner soon, what would be the advantages , disadavantages of having it paid here or in the UK?. I am being given the option, interesting that the post

Mon, 08/03/2009 - 15:13

I am having a problem getting the right perscription for glasses here in Marche and wonder if anyone has any experience or advice to give.The route as usual is via the GP and then on to see the specialist at the hospital and then the optician to m

Thu, 07/30/2009 - 06:25

The weather seems set fine for our fundraising BBQ on the 15th of July, this is our fourth attempt and thanks to all who have born with us and the weather!.The event is hosted by our friends Sarah and Mark at their home Villa Conti, between Amando

Sun, 07/12/2009 - 09:05

One of the main topics at the G8 summit held in L'Aquila this week will be the environment and climate change and a drive to reduce carbon emissions. Mr B might be well advised to look closer to home on this subject.

Thu, 07/09/2009 - 04:03

The weather forecast for Sunday the 21st the day of our much planned BBQ, is looking iffy, we will be reviewing the forecast tomorrow at 6pm and will then make a decision as to whether we cancel it until the following Sunday the 28th June.So finge

Fri, 06/19/2009 - 09:34

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Mon, 10/17/2011 - 14:34

But important to try to give the correct information and use the correct words...nits aside!.

Mon, 10/17/2011 - 08:28

Small point, but 5yrs residency qualifies you for permanent residency...with its attendant health cover which gives you the same rights as Italians. I think Citizenship is something else again, no doubt Penny has good information on this.

Wed, 10/12/2011 - 04:01

In my experience as a permanant resident here in Italy. Public sector pensions taxed in the uk, private pensions as Fillide says taxed in Italy, and any monies earned in Italy also taxed here. Would advise the use of a good commersialista who understands the English and the Italian tax systems, and who already has clients with these particular requirments, can recommend a very good one in Marche if anyone is interested. 

Answer to: Collapse ?
Wed, 09/21/2011 - 03:51

Love your positive post sagraiasolar.....and the site loaded this morning in double quick time!. They may not be buying in Tuscany, but they certainly still are in Marche.

Tue, 09/06/2011 - 17:31

We always send detailed instructions to our apartment, however some seem to leave this at home and rely on dumb dumb.....hence lost, lost. Last guests found by neighbour and hand delivered to the door, must have wondered what this toothless 80yrs old was taking them to....welcome to Marche!....sweet. neighbourhood watch at its best.

Tue, 09/06/2011 - 17:22

And slower...

Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:54

I sympathise Penny, frustrating and annoying. When we were selling our house in Sussex, we would spend precious Saturdays cleaning, making sure the garden looked good and then the so++ didnt turn up. Nothing more weird than the potential buyer. You will get there in the end!.

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Sun, 08/28/2011 - 04:24

I am spraying the chicken coop and a corner of the pen with the garden hose, so that Rose gets a nice cool mud-bath I may well join her!

Wed, 08/10/2011 - 09:02

I have found that blood stains (the next gory challenge to apartment owners!) will come out by soaking in salt and cold water, and then an enzyme wash, and then the full sun drying. Tedious, but effective, as for other linens as Raggio suggests, buy bright colours for towels and bathmats.

Mon, 08/08/2011 - 15:04

And you will probably get it at Fermo, we luckily have never had a problem with them.