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Co-founder of Magic Towns and Expatax. I am a serial expat with a background in digital media, market research, and banking, honed in global cities from London to Malta.

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How to Handle Driving Tickets in Italy as a Foreigner
Driving Tickets in Italy
How to Handle Driving Tickets in Italy as a Foreigner
26/11/2025
How to Handle Driving Tickets in Italy as a Foreigner
Luca Falda By Luca Falda

Facing driving tickets in Italy from speed cameras or ZTL zones? This guide explains how to pay, contest, or ignore Italian traffic fines as a foreigner—including deadlines, discounts, and whether they can actually collect abroad.
Guides Relocation
Federico Faggin: From Microprocessor Pioneer to Consciousness Explorer in Vicenza
Federico Faggin
Federico Faggin: From Microprocessor Pioneer to Consciousness Explorer in Vicenza
21/11/2025
Federico Faggin: From Microprocessor Pioneer to Consciousness Explorer in Vicenza
Luca Falda By Luca Falda

Experience the captivating journey of Federico Faggin, the Italian-American visionary who invented the first microprocessor, as he returns to Vicenza. Faggin explores profound questions about technology and consciousness, blending his scientific insights with a deep philosophical quest.
Italy’s Land Consumption: How Development is Changing the Italian Countryside
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Italy’s Land Consumption: How Development is Changing the Italian Countryside
06/11/2025
Italy’s Land Consumption: How Development is Changing the Italian Countryside
Luca Falda By Luca Falda

Italy’s land consumption is surging, with natural areas rapidly yielding to development. Discover the details and drivers behind this accelerating trend.
Culture Guides
Internet Speed in Italy Is Getting Faster: What It Means for Where You Live
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Internet Speed in Italy Is Getting Faster: What It Means for Where You Live
23/10/2025
Internet Speed in Italy Is Getting Faster: What It Means for Where You Live
Luca Falda By Luca Falda
Guides Relocation
Beyond Umbria: Le Marche Is the Smarter Choice for 7% Tax Towns
Le Marche 7% tax towns
Beyond Umbria: Le Marche Is the Smarter Choice for 7% Tax Towns
16/10/2025
Beyond Umbria: Le Marche Is the Smarter Choice for 7% Tax Towns
Luca Falda By Luca Falda

Discover why Le Marche rivals Umbria’s charm with more 7% tax towns, seaside access, and modern comforts—your ideal Italian retirement destination.
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Italian Property Auctions: Bargain or Bad Idea?
Italian property auctions
Italian Property Auctions: Bargain or Bad Idea?
03/10/2025
Italian Property Auctions: Bargain or Bad Idea?
Luca Falda By Luca Falda

Discover the opportunities and complexities of Italian property auctions. Learn how to navigate the system, find great deals, and avoid common pitfalls.
Property
Is Autumn Wet in Italy? Regional Weather Differences Explained
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Is Autumn Wet in Italy? Regional Weather Differences Explained
26/09/2025
Is Autumn Wet in Italy? Regional Weather Differences Explained
Luca Falda By Luca Falda

Autumn in Italy is full of surprises: while Milan and the Dolomites can be drenched in rain, the south may still offer sunny stretches – the details might change how you see the whole country.
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Is Italy a Poor or Rich Country? Understanding Italy Through Recent Data
is italy a poor or rich country?
Is Italy a Poor or Rich Country? Understanding Italy Through Recent Data
19/09/2025
Is Italy a Poor or Rich Country? Understanding Italy Through Recent Data
Luca Falda By Luca Falda

Explore Eurostat data, regional contrasts, and quality of life indicators that reveal Italy’s unique blend of economic struggles and enviable living standards.
Guides Relocation
Italian Bank Accounts for Expats: Wise, Revolut & Traditional Banks
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Italian Bank Accounts for Expats: Wise, Revolut & Traditional Banks
12/09/2025
Italian Bank Accounts for Expats: Wise, Revolut & Traditional Banks
Luca Falda By Luca Falda

Navigating Italian bureaucracy as an expat can be challenging, especially when opening a bank account. Discover how fintech options like Wise and Revolut simplify managing finances in Italy.
Expats