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Practical advice and valuable insights for traveling through Italy, covering regional traditions, useful tips, and expert knowledge to ensure an effortless journey.

Anna grew up in Bassano del Grappa and knows the Veneto region inside out. As a local, she loves sharing genuine tips with the audience, from relocating advice to hidden spots to explore in Italy. Through MagicTowns, she helps expats and retirees feel at home, making the move easier and more exciting.

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How Pharmacies Work in Italy

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06/03/2026

How Pharmacies Work in Italy

Par Anna Costa

Navigating Italy’s pharmacy system can be challenging for expats. Discover the differences between farmacie and parafarmacie, and learn when prescriptions are needed.

Guides How Italy Works

What People Say About Living in Monza

living in monza

26/02/2026

What People Say About Living in Monza

Par Anna Costa

Discover what living in Monza in Lombardy is really like through official data and the firsthand experiences of its residents.

Guides Lombardia Monza e della Brianza Where To Live

Why Moving to Italy Isn’t for Everyone

moving to italy

23/02/2026

Why Moving to Italy Isn’t for Everyone

Par Anna Costa

Moving to Italy sounds like a dream – but here’s what expats really need to know before making the move.

Culture Guides How Italy Works

“Careful What You Say”. Understanding Italy’s Defamation Laws

Italy's defamation laws

19/02/2026

“Careful What You Say”. Understanding Italy’s Defamation Laws

Par Luca Falda

A practical guide to Italy’s defamation laws: risks, social media pitfalls, and how to express opinions safely without legal trouble.

Culture Guides How Italy Works

What People Say About Living in Modica

living in Modica

19/02/2026

What People Say About Living in Modica

Par Anna Costa

Discover what living in Modica in Sicily is really like through official data and the firsthand experiences of its residents.

Guides Ragusa Sicilia Where To Live

An Attempt to Explain Italian Supermarkets to Foreigners

Italian supermarkets

18/02/2026

An Attempt to Explain Italian Supermarkets to Foreigners

Par Luca Falda

Explore Italian supermarkets and their diverse chains, each with a distinct personality.

Culture Guides How Italy Works

Making it in Sardinia: Charlotte Fortier-Mutzl’s Journey from North America

Charlotte Fortier-Mutzl

17/02/2026

Making it in Sardinia: Charlotte Fortier-Mutzl’s Journey from North America

Par Anna Costa

From North America to Rome, then Sardinia: how Charlotte Fortier-Mutzl found her place in the world.

Expat Stories Guides

Best Towns to Live in the Italian Alps (2026 Guide)

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13/02/2026

Best Towns to Live in the Italian Alps (2026 Guide)

Par Anna Costa

Explore affordable, charming towns in the Alps perfect for year-round living. Discover five top picks that offer stunning views and cozy communities.

Guides Where To Live

What People Say About Living in Todi

living in Todi

12/02/2026

What People Say About Living in Todi

Par Anna Costa

Discover what living in Todi in Umbria is really like through official data and the firsthand experiences of its residents.

Guides Umbria Where To Live