As you may have heard, Genoa has been flooding and since we are only an hour south, things have been a bit wet along the Versilia Coast as well. We decided to head to higher ground for the day and …
Italian Beach Club Opulence
From the Adriatic to the Mediterranean to the Ligurian Sea, Italians love their beach clubs. Living in Forte Dei Marmi, however, I am reminded of just how long this love affair has lasted. I grew …
When You Must Carry On
It dawned on me this week, as we were housebound on laundry day, that we have been living out of five carry-on bags (one for each of us) for over a year. Yes, it means we can’t leave the house on …
Where Are You Headed?
One year ago, this week, we found ourselves wandering the cobbled streets in Cortona, Italy without a plan. We arrived there without knowing where we were headed and we stayed there until we figured …
Grandfathered In: Laws And Their Role in Everyday Life
As a Realtor, I've spent a great deal of time writing and reviewing contracts, and discussing shoreline management and property line disputes. From fence lines to “grandfather” clauses, the answer is …
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Picture Perfect Portofino
Portofino is picture-perfect. The drive to this flawless harbor village is stunning as the road tumbles along the Italian Riviera past Sestri Levante and Santa Margherita Ligure. Portofino is visually …
