Italy property news
You can browse the latest Italy property news at Italy Property Guides. Here, you’ll find updates on all things to do with the Italian property market, essential if you plan on buying a property in Italy. We cover many topics, including market forecasts, new laws and regulations, and property trends.
Discover 6 pretty villages on Lake Como’s shores
On Lake Como’s Western shore, there is a string of pretty villages with lake-view properties for sale. Lake Como is conveniently located north of Milan in the Lombardy region of Northern Italy. Both tourists and those working in the city of Milan find it so easy to get to, that they visit time after time. Some even buy second homes here. Its close proximity to the Alps also makes it a great location to enjoy all kinds of sports and activities in a breathtaking landscape.Read more...
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My experience of Italian healthcare
Following a ride in an ambulance to the Emergency department this month, I can share first-hand what’s it’s like to use the Italian healthcare system.Read more...
Italy awarded two more UNESCO sites
Italy now has 53 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, more than any other country in the world. For anyone planning a home there, such a grand history of building, architecture and culture should be a real inspiration.Read more...
Traditional summer events in Italy
An Italian summer is full of local events, usually involving great food and free concerts in the town piazzas. But what is a festa, sagra, notte bianca, carnivale, palio and corteo storico?Read more...
Taking your dog to Italy
A diplomatic incident was avoided this week when the (great) Danes allowed an Italian chef to take his Argentinian mastiff, named Iceberg, back to Italy after more than a third of a million Italians pleaded for his life. Confused? Thankfully the rules about taking your dog to Italy are a little simpler to follow, reports our dog-friendly writer in Italy, Julia.Read more...
Rent-to-buy: Unlocking doors in Italy
The rent-to-buy scheme in Italy is opening more doors to potential house buyers wanting to move into their dream home sooner, rather than later.Read more...
Houses of the Itria Valley, Apulia, Italy
The Itria Valley is the most popular area in Apulia for British house buyers and tourists alike. Three towns I like to take family to see are Alberobello, Martina Franca and the famous “White City” of Ostuni.Read more...
Italian heatwave: gelato or granita?
If you are combining an Italian holiday with checking out potential areas to buy a property, you are going to need regular refreshment stops. What do you fancy? A gelato or granita?Read more...
Are these the most gorgeous places in Italy?
Italian sea view properties don’t always come with million-euro price tags. Even near top destinations like Cinque Terre, the Amalfi Coast and Puglia you can find affordable seaside homes.Read more...
Dads in Italy, how does six months off work grab you?
If the man of the house is looking forward to resting his poor feet on Fathers’ Day this weekend, he might have a shock when he gets to Italy. You get paternity leave, but are expected to chip in with more childcare these days.Read more...
Italian house sales on the rise
Italy’s property market looks in good health thanks to low prices, high sales and long-term investment security.Read more...