Italian home truths
Mike McDowall explains his trials and tribulations of buying a property in the Italian countryside, and why even uncovering a couple of white lies haven't put him off
New life, new beginnings
For those chartering a course for Italy, Jo Lamb takes us through some helpful tips
The ideal destination
Sicily is fast becoming a very up and coming area, extremely popular with foreign visitors wishing to purchase the more particular and up market properties
The art of living
Without doubt, lifestyles in the world's major cities are becoming more and more stressful, chaotic and dangerous as each year passes. Are you looking for the best of both worlds?
The Italian experience
Nestled in the rolling hills of Emilia Romagna, this stunning property is located in one of Italy's most picturesque and unspoilt landscapes
Venice: a slice of the good life
It's one of the world's most beautiful cities and the home of good food and culture – it's no wonder that buyers are looking to Venice for their next purchase
The home of the renaissance
A rare opportunity for those in search of exclusivity, the exceptional and the unimaginable
The southern Italy Riviera
Southern Italy is a beautiful region where the winning combination of exceptional value and high quality design has lead to major growth in the last few years. Calabria is a great example, and Overseas Living has visited one of the only developers in the region
Puglia's rhythm
Italy's southern tip is a landscape rich in heritage, yet perfect for the modern lifestyle
Fair, Verona
The walls of the city, for more than two thousand years, have preserved precious jewels of art, history and culture. The same things that give citizens and visitors from all around the world, a unique and seductive sight today
Discover Tuscany
The walls of the city, for more than two thousand years, have preserved precious jewels of art, history and culture. The same things that today give to citizens and visitors from all around the world, a unique and seductive sight
Lakeside idyll
Overseas Living takes a look at one of the historic villas situated on Lake Como. It's in need of renovation, but has no shortage of character
Best kept secrets
The rolling hills of Tuscany hide countless beautiful villas, verdant valleys and wonderful glimpses into an Italy of old. But rustic charm doesn't always mean a step away from modern comforts
Twinkle toed
Nestled below Naples on the southern most 'toe' of Italy's boot-shaped peninsula, Calabria's recently internationalised airport has opened up the area to overseas investors
A simplified guide
If you're looking to buy in Italy, you can choose from medieval castles to stone farmhouses, from a pad on a sandy beach to apartments on the Grand Canal of Venice, all at a fraction of the price of UK homes. Kim Brown makes the Italian buying process a pisa-cake
Classy in Calabria
With great weather guaranteed almost all year round, the investment potential of Calabria is rapidly heating up
Sicily: Isle of splendour
Arrival in Palermo can be a shock. A bustling, noisy, throbbing urban centre that grabs you by both ears and forces you to take in all the sounds, smells and sights that the capital has to offer
Under the Tuscan sun
What is experienced today in everyday life in Umbria and Tuscany, like in many parts of Italy, was prepared long ago by ancient cultures, like those of the Etruscans and the Roman Empire
Style & substance
Arguably the industrial, commercial and design capital of Italy, Milan is much more than that and its full potential has not yet been discovered by the tourist industry
Italy gets top marks at the traveller awards
Italy scored top marks for its food, restaurants and variety of attractions and came first as favourite country, climbing from fourth place in 2005
