Category Archives: Rules and Regs

Getting To Bagni Di Lucca….

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Melonie

Getting to Bagni di Lucca…reposted without pictures from an amazing Blog writer Debra…www.bellabagnidilucca.com. I have added my comments in ( ) ! I know this will be helpful or our guests this summer! Posted on April 27, 2013 The most … Continue reading →

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“Off the boat from Italy…”

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Melonie

After being married to Italian’s from New York I have often used the phrase “off the boat” to mean…authentic, original, Mamma Mia, etc, After our interest in Italy grew so did my hubby’s interest in his past. His Mother and … Continue reading →

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6 hours to take-off…

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Melonie

When packing for Italy I have learned one thing…they have stores there. Medicine, my Keens, a toothbrush…everything else I can get if needed. I NEVER check baggage…what a JOY to waltz right by those poor people waiting in customs and … Continue reading →

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The sound of the printer…

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Melonie

I love the sound of the printer…when it is printing my tickets to Tuscany!!! It is always such a relief -why? Because I am always on a budget and I spend hours searching for the best flight with the cheapest rate … Continue reading →

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Renting, driving, parking in Tuscany

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Melonie

After a few emails regarding this I thought I would share what I know regarding renting a car in Italy…So here is the good news…yes-they drive on the same side of the road as in the States. Bad news-No..they do … Continue reading →

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You want to buy in Tuscany?

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Melonie

I had a request to give more information about the process of the purchase… Although as I stated I highly recommend Sarita with Italian Property Galleries, but here a few things you should remember. Do not offer anything site unseen-pictures … Continue reading →

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Real Estate across the mountains…

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Melonie

I’ve been a Broker for over 10 years here in Tennessee, I consider myself fairly knowledgeable about the subject. I’ve been a top agent since I began my career, managed agents, recruited, even trained across the Nation on the subject. … Continue reading →

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Credit Cards and Parking Attendants…

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Melonie

I learned something this trip…the new groovy debit/credit cards the banks are issuing that do not have raised numbers do NOT work when trying to rent a car or make a big purchase in Italy. Thank gosh my Aunt was … Continue reading →

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Hilltop Towns….yeah right

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Melonie

So I admit I have read over 20 books on Italy-Frances Mayes, DeBlasi, Franco, tourguides, tourbooks, language books, American goes Italian…blah blah…they always discuss the lovely “hilltop villages” , it sounds romantic, primitive, private yet homey, views to die for … Continue reading →

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