Category Archives: Vacation

The Englishwoman discovers Fiorenzuola di Focara

Posted on 24 Jun, 2016 by An Englishwoman in Italy

We were inspired to visit this area by an article in the Daily Torygraph (alias Telegraph), which I saw on Facebook,  extolling the delights of Gabicce Mare and  the San Bartolo nature reserve (parco naturale). About time too! Le Marche … Continue reading →

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The Englishwoman in Corinaldo; a personal take

Posted on 30 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

One of the most beautiful small towns in Italy. It actually belongs to an association called “I borghi più belli d’Italia” (“Italy’s most beautiful small towns”) which claims to have strict entry conditions. When we take our guests round the town, … Continue reading →

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Some hill towns; the Englishwoman survives in Cingoli, Gradara, Matelica, Mondavio, Urbania, Urbino.

Posted on 23 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Cingoli Small town known as the balcony of the Marches, for its spectacular views. Touristy, but consequently clean and beautifully kept. I visited it at lunchtime in October – it was deadly quiet and there were no restaurants open within … Continue reading →

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Return to Corinaldo (continued)

Posted on 23 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Let me take you round some of our favourite places and activities in Corinaldo. Where we ate and drank. I’m pleased to say that Corinaldo’s Corso has livened up a lot since our last visit. In our opinion this is … Continue reading →

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Return to Corinaldo; the ups and downs of owning a second home

Posted on 22 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

  Living in Italy is a switchback of emotions for foreigners, whether you are an expatriate or a second home owner. For us, second home owners, there is the anxiety of the return to our holiday home after the cold, … Continue reading →

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Fossombrone:Winged Victory, Roman mosaic and smart shops

Posted on 22 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

  We have visited Fossombrone twice before, and this time were pleasantly surprised. The first time, the whole of the centro storico, or historic centre, appeared to be dug up for drainage renovation, and we had to pick our way between sewer … Continue reading →

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Torno a Corinaldo

Posted on 19 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Gli stranieri che vivono in italia, sia residenti che proprietarii di una seconda casa, vivono delle vere e proprie montagne russe emozionali. Per noi, che abbiamo una seconda casa, c’è l’ansia del ritorno dopo l’inverno freddo e piovoso. Ci sarà … Continue reading →

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Morro d’Alba, territorio del vino Lacrima di Morro d’Alba

Posted on 8 May, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Questo piccolo borgo è conosciuto per l’ottimo vino DOC, il Lacrima, e la cinta muraria col camminamento interno coperto, detto La Scarpa. Il primo non vi deluderà; il secondo ha il suo fascino, ma un lungo tratto del camminamento è … Continue reading →

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Morro d’Alba, home of Lacrima wine

Posted on 28 Apr, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

This little borgo is mentioned in guidebooks for two things: for its excellent wine: Lacrima di Morro d’ Alba and the internal covered passageway (the “Scarpa”) built into its walls. The former will not disappoint, and the latter has its charm, but a … Continue reading →

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Nominate il vostro borgo preferito dell’entroterra Marchigiana; create il graduatorio dei borghi

Posted on 22 Sep, 2013 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Con ringraziamenti a The Sunday Times travel section 15.09.2013 Secondo The Sunday Times, i francesi hanno trovato il loro village preferito. Qual’è il vostro borgo preferito nelle Marche? Ecco una lista delle attrezzature e impianti necessari perche un borgo possa concorrere, liberamente … Continue reading →

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