Ricky Bean
Articles in Italy by Ricky Bean
The Italian property market is looking hot for 2017
Find homes in Italy via our property portal. Rising demand for Italian property looks likely to fuel price rises in 2017. This could be the time to make your move whether for investment or a holiday home
Befana and The Magi
Find homes in Italy via our property portal. Who is the old Christmas witch seen in Italy and what is her connection to the Three Wise Men?
New Year’s Eve Tradition
An Italian New Year’s Eve goes on until sunrise and is full of sparkle and loud bangs. Find homes in Italy via our property portal. Italians love fireworks, and they light up the sky at every festive occasion from weddings to Saints Days. But, a satellite view of Italy on New Year’s Eve must be totally amazing, as every town simultaneously illuminates with glittering light. On the ground, even the drink is sparkling, as everyone raises a glass of Prosecco or Spumante as corks pop across Italy. Many even believe that the loud bangs will scare off demons and bad spirits from the New Year: “il Ca