The first time Mark Eley went on a family holiday to Lake Como he was smitten with the place, and after two more trips to this scenic corner of Italy, it was just a matter of time before he realised his dream of buying a home there.
We’ve all heard about Italy’s one-euro homes, but in practice, does anyone ever buy one? And many of us have imagined starting afresh in a new country and making a real difference in the world. One man who moved from a flat in north London to Sicily shows just what opportunities are out there, at minimal cost, if you’re willing to be bold.
We spoke to the “man with a van” who has been moving people’s belongings to Italy for the past 12 years. He kindly shared what he has learned about moving and driving in Italy.
What a wonderful world we live in when we can maintain a career in London but spend a third of the year in Italy. I caught up with one of our readers who ‘trulli’ has the best of both worlds!
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