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
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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
Comments posted
Probably because most frequent posters live in Marche!.....sort of joke!
Too cold for most Italians to brave the water until at least August!
Our first firefly arrived 3 nights ago, must be the advanced guard, we are at 400mtrs and the evenings are still chilly, poor thing it must be frozen!. But they are magical to watch.
Dont know about on-line Robert, but you can buy them in most large supermarkets here in Italy.
Well you could always borrow our cats, tailess lizards around here, but they like stones and rocks to hide in , lawn?...I wonder if it is the lizards?, build a large rockery and they will be happy.
We used an all purpose close meshed wire from the local Feramenta for our run. Also put a mesh roof on the run to discourage anything climbing/jumping in.
Have sent you a pm.
The doctor will probably just give you a print out of drugs taken and treatment given, takes a few seconds. You then can present this to your new Italian GP, names of drugs may differ, but you should not worry about the need for it to be translated. As long as you just gen up on some basic Italian for whatever you have been treated for, you should be fine.
First session went well today, book donations and borrowers. Its also worth a visit just to see inside the beautiful old Palazzo, with its painted ceilings and doors. May I remind people that there is another opening on Friday afternoons between 3-5pm.
As Penny says it is essential to have an accountant, especially for peace of mind, the last thing anyone needs is to be investigated by the finance police. We actually do not find ours expensive and the initial consultation was free.He has other English clients in the same position as ourselves, if anyone in the Montegiorgio area wants his details will be happy to pass them on.