Interviews

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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Turning a Love for Food into a New Life in Italy: Sara Shepherd’s Story from Australia to Fabriano

02/01/2026

Turning a Love for Food into a New Life in Italy: Sara Shepherd’s Story from Australia to Fabriano

By Anna Costa

Australian Sara Shepherd shares her move to Fabriano, creating Fritto Misto Comune, and advice for expats considering life in Le Marche.

Interviews

Betting Everything on a €1 House in Mussomeli – Here’s How Sicily Changed George Laing’s Life

23/12/2025

Betting Everything on a €1 House in Mussomeli – Here’s How Sicily Changed George Laing’s Life

By Anna Costa

Discover how George Laing transformed his life by purchasing a €1 house in Sicily after hitting rock bottom. Explore his inspiring journey and the realities of revitalizing a new home.

Interviews Property

From Vancouver to Italy: How Jesse Andrews Has Spent 20 Years Showing the World Italy’s True Beauty

01/12/2025

From Vancouver to Italy: How Jesse Andrews Has Spent 20 Years Showing the World Italy’s True Beauty

By Anna Costa

Discover how Jesse Andrews turned a chance summer teaching job in Calabria into a thriving career documenting and promoting Italy’s hidden gems.

Guides Interviews

Finding Yourself Again Abroad: Anita Fordin-Giese’s Journey from the US to Trento

20/10/2025

Finding Yourself Again Abroad: Anita Fordin-Giese’s Journey from the US to Trento

By Anna Costa

Anita Fordin-Giese shares how she rediscovered herself after moving to Italy. Learn how she rebuilt her identity and now helps other expat women do the same.

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Living and Working in Italy as an Expat: Imelda Hertono’s Story from Indonesia to Brescia

19/08/2025

Living and Working in Italy as an Expat: Imelda Hertono’s Story from Indonesia to Brescia

By Anna Costa

Explore how Imelda Hertono’s global journey—from Indonesia to Italy—inspired her to found WEAPN, empowering women in Italy’s vibrant business scene.

Interviews

Kathy Jackson Christ’s Experience Living in Bari with a Digital Nomad Visa

01/08/2025

Kathy Jackson Christ’s Experience Living in Bari with a Digital Nomad Visa

By Anna Costa

Discover Kathy Jackson Christ’s inspiring journey from Florida to Italy, driven by a quest for warmth, adventure, and a new life chapter on the Adriatic coast.

Interviews