As we all know, time is of the essence and we are all busy people: I sometimes think that it is this very reason that many of us want to move abroad to a more relaxed lifestyle! Anyway, bearing this in mind we have come up with a more reader-friendly newsletter format. Have a look - it means that you can click through on the links listed below to something that is of particular interest to you - or not!!

The olive harvest is upon us and if you want to know what it is like, simply have a look at any ancient Greek vase depicting olive gathering and you’ll see that things haven’t changed in centuries. Women lay nets below the trees while the men clamber up into the branches and beat them with a cane so that all the olives drop down into the nets. The only difference between how we do it today and how the ancient Greeks did it back then is that we are all, thankfully, dressed. Perhaps it is the difference in climate. It is a little chillier here in November than in Greece…having said that, autumn is the perfect time to visit Italy. The countryside is coloured with autumn hues, the sun is still deliciously warm, the crowds have mostly evaporated and there is a peacefulness and calm that settles over everything.

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In this months newsletter:

Help is at hand… I was talking to someone in Italy a while back – and I am very excited to share my findings. They have come up with a brilliant service that I thought I must pass on to you.

Is the world about to come to an end? by Smart Currency’s Charles Purdy. Let’s face it, we all need all the help we can get in these trying times and it is imperative that you look closely at your currency strategy – every little bit helps!

A home in Perfect Piedmont…Piedmont is an area that has been a well kept secret, even from most Italians, until recently. Now, however, it is a Mecca for ‘foodies’ from all over the world!

Liability of the estate agent in Italy What an Italian lawyer has to say..

Fireworks... going up in smoke It’s that time of year – wood smoke, pyrotechnics and reams of autumn leaves…But just as every recreational explosive carries a health warning, there’s no point making sparks in life without taking sensible steps to protect yourself against the unforeseen.

Top Tip – a romantic wedding in Italy! Ever dreamed of getting married in Italy? Even if you are a non-resident is actually not very complicated. Here's how to do it if you are thinking of a civil ceremony.

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Kind regards till next time,

Gianna Williams
Italy Buying Guide
The Overseas Guides Company
Gianna@OverseasGuidesCompany.com