Has anyone seen the article in the London Times today (19 Aug) about Basilicata? I don't have a subscription to their site so will need to see if I can track down a print copy.
I use Currency Online and the exchange is usually within 2 points of the interbank rate. They will hold the funds and then I can transfer from there to any bank with an IBAN for no charge (with mininum amount).
Karen, I have been to Irsinia and found it charming but I like remote, off the beaten path places in the south. If you have never been to this area of Italy I would recommend you visit first as it is not like Central or Northern Italy. You will need your own transportation to get to most places and your nearest airport will be Bari. This company has bought up a bunch of the centro storico that was abandonded by the locals and are making this offer. It is positive that it helps to restore a neglcted part of town but also be aware there will be others close to you in your same situation - expats and not locals.
Ascoli Piceno obtained a good deal of her wealth in the Middle Ages from these sheep, the wool merchants were the wealthiest guild in town. Just south of town in the mountains of northern Abruzzo you will find Le caciare dotting the higher elevations. These were stone huts built by the shepherds for shelter. This would be an interesting trip but I too see the regions having problems getting this off the ground.
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I use Currency Online and the exchange is usually within 2 points of the interbank rate. They will hold the funds and then I can transfer from there to any bank with an IBAN for no charge (with mininum amount).
Karen, I have been to Irsinia and found it charming but I like remote, off the beaten path places in the south. If you have never been to this area of Italy I would recommend you visit first as it is not like Central or Northern Italy. You will need your own transportation to get to most places and your nearest airport will be Bari. This company has bought up a bunch of the centro storico that was abandonded by the locals and are making this offer. It is positive that it helps to restore a neglcted part of town but also be aware there will be others close to you in your same situation - expats and not locals.
Ascoli Piceno obtained a good deal of her wealth in the Middle Ages from these sheep, the wool merchants were the wealthiest guild in town. Just south of town in the mountains of northern Abruzzo you will find Le caciare dotting the higher elevations. These were stone huts built by the shepherds for shelter. This would be an interesting trip but I too see the regions having problems getting this off the ground.