Those seeking to buy Umbria property can enjoy many features of the landscape and townscapes in the region as they do so, not to mention many special events.One particularly major happening takes place in February in the town of Norcia, which hosts its annual Black Truffle Fair.Although regarded as second best to white truffles, the [...]
The Italy property scene is becoming increasingly popular, an expert has stated.Liam Bailey, chief market analyst at overseas property site Property Abroad, noted that Italy property rose two places in the site's list of most popular overseas buyer destinations in the last fortnight and explained that it is the perception of it as a safe [...]
Those investing in Tuscany property will find more prospects than just old homes in the countryside, it has been reported.In a feature on urban holiday homes, the Times noted that the Tuscany property scene has witnessed a recent shift of buying to urban centres such as Florence, according to Knight Frank.Discussing rental property in the [...]
In news that may interest those thinking of investing in Tuscany property, a poll has shown that Italy is the favourite European destination for UK travellers.The country came out top on the continent among readers polled by the Daily Telegraph.Although the high value of the euro against sterling may have reduced the number of visitors [...]
Demand in the Italy property market may be bolstered by an economic recovery package agreed by the European Union (EU).The European commission has urged the 27 EU member states to accept a 200 billion (£167 billion) package of fiscal measures similar to those introduced in Britain this week in the pre-Budget report.Such measures, which would [...]
Among the many events that may attract visitors to stay in Umbria property in the run-up to Christmas is one that involves an object heavily associated with the event - candles.The Cera Una Volta takes place in the town of Assisi in early December and is a huge festival of all things to do with [...]
Those seeking to buy Tuscany property may look to the relatively undiscovered Lajatico area, it has been suggested.In a report on the area, the Times has stated that while it is off the beaten tourist track, it still has the same scenery of rolling hills, cypress trees and olive groves that is typical of that [...]
Those interested in investing in Italy property may be interested in checking out Alpine resorts in winter, in which case December could be a great time to go and see Santa.On December 4th and 5th the Val Gardena resort at Santa Cristina will host the FIS Men's Downhill Slalom Championships, with the snow-covered pistes being [...]
The Tuscany property market is one that may often be boosted simply by people visiting the region and being drawn back by its charms, so like any major event the Florence Marathon may provide a significant boost to the sector.Held on November 30th, the event will see thousands of competitors and those just trying to [...]
In news that may be seen as a positive indicator of the health of the Italy property market, an international real estate firm has announced the establishment of a new office in the country.Chesterton has said it is setting up an office at Como in the Lombardy region of northern Italy, with the facility specialising [...]