PISA, 26 EUROS FOR 3 CAPPUCCINOS+PASTRIES, 1000 EURO FINE(AGI) Pisa - When he was presented with the bill, 25,80 euros for 3 cappuccinos and 3 pastries, he paid without a word.
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I am fast approaching the need to renew my driving licence as it is due to expire this mid year.
Mon, 01/16/2012 - 05:43
I have a regular sum of money sent over from the UK every month. This month however the money left my UK account and has yet to arrive here in Italy (Banca della Marche).
Thu, 01/12/2012 - 08:30
I saw this comment from a Californian news item............Emerging Cuisines from Emerging Markets - As the world grows smaller, the selection of cuisines grows larger and guests’ palettes are begging to try new flavours.
Sat, 12/10/2011 - 10:43
It will take a quite monumental event to prise us from our wonderful life and friends here. BUT,................. what/where is the future for the younger generation here ?
Fri, 11/25/2011 - 13:30
Being a full time resident here in Italy, we are having a month or so on holiday in another EU country (not in the UK, our country of origin). Does anybody know what 'travel' related health cover are we 'entitled' to ?
Mon, 11/21/2011 - 01:43
I'm sure someone here will advise (hopefully)............I have some 30/40 false acacia trees (the ones with the spikes - ouch !), they have grown in the last 5 years to some 15/20metres high.
Sat, 11/19/2011 - 03:50
"Mr Berlusconi told Italian television: "Life in Italy is good. The restaurants are full. It's difficult to get a seat on a plane they're so busy; holidays are all booked up."There you go then, no financial crisis here !?S
Sun, 11/06/2011 - 02:04
We go to this area every few years.............such a disaster for the people there..............A number of British holidaymakers have been left fearing for their homes and their lives after severe flooding swept away properties and cars and kill
Wed, 10/26/2011 - 10:08
Over 3 days since last post ??!!We're doomed!S
Sat, 10/15/2011 - 09:44
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I've been fine at this end ogni giorno............you weren't wearing mittens were you ????
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Good news...........Once I get into the routine (18 months down the road, and now in the calendar!),......... my neighbour's car seems to be getting through its health checks and has 177,000 kms on the clock ! On that basis, mine has only just been 'run in' with 33,000kms! Originally, when we bought it, we thought we'd renew every two/three years or so, but I think I may extend that period now ! ciao ciao, S
I have a BIG question mark on the value of being 'resident', other than it being the 'right' thing to do. The extra tax that you allude to would become payable 18 months after the acquisition of your property if you remain non-resident. The health insurance is (I believe) only required for two years, I'm not aware of it being an annual hit? The 'only one of you' option of taking up residency would work I think ONLY if that one person is the sole owner, if the property is jointly owned, I would assume that the other half would have to pay the extra taxes. If you were to agree to change from joint ownership to single ownership, there would be significant costs associated with that. The half a house would have to be sold from one to the other at the 'going rate' and therefore you would have notary fees and taxes associated with that !! As mentioned earlier, I am an ex-pat, not an ex-pert ! Good luck! S
Thanks Capo Boi, I've JUST heard some news on Sky that the Inter game was interrupted yesterday due to some idiots chanting racist comments. In the background they showed the winning goal, and......................the match commentary was in English !!! S
I'd pay the tax and claim a refund at the end of a given month. That way you'd be legally in the clear whilst driving across the UK? Why on earth anyone would re-register in Italy is beyond me............check what your (just) 3rd party insurance costs will be before you do it !!!! S
Assuming you have residency, I thought that she in effect could piggy back on your residency? Do you jointly own the house? Interesting what-ifs that you have raised.........My wife and I both have residency(ex UK)............but beyond the EU boundaries could indeed be a very large can of worms? S
Here is a link http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freiburg_im_Breisgau S
You're obviously well up to date with modern lounging techniques Annec !! I did see it before the carafe was empty ! S
There is always risk when you buy a property anywhere.............BUT...........if you can read and understand the basics I'd go without the lawyer. The notary has responsibility in making sure the legal ownership etc is identified and rules are adhered to. He will not do a survey on the property so things such as who owns the road , white goods, boiler are in working order etc are your responsibility, I got away with it S
Good stop off place.............the oldest hotel in Germany is there. S