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Author Mark Tedesco



Our House Renovation Journey in Tuscany
PART 148: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
5 days ago6 min read


Unforgettable Views: Hiking Monte Amiata, Tuscany
This week, let's explore hiking and trekking around Monte Amiata.

Mark Tedesco
Jul 64 min read


A Knights Templar Adventure
The Knights Templar story encompasses themes of idealism, faith, greed, power, and everything in between.

Mark Tedesco
Jun 295 min read


Is Tuscany Affordable?
PART 146: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
Jun 225 min read


An Intense Weekend in Rome: At The Funeral of Pope Francis
PART 145: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
Jun 1510 min read


The Mystery of the Missing Toilet Seat in Italy
PART 144: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
Jun 83 min read


Do I need to be afraid of driving in Italy?
PART 143: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
Jun 19 min read


Our Home Featured on Youtube (Brad’s World)
Our Home Featured on Youtube (Brad’s World) This is an “out of sync” blog which I am posting mid week because this just happened! PART...

Mark Tedesco
May 284 min read


Property Taxes, Trash Collection Fees and our local Government Office
PART 142: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
May 255 min read


The Real Estate Market in Our Area - Southern Tuscany
PART 141: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
May 184 min read


Our Adventure over Easter Weekend in Rome
PART 140: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
May 1111 min read


Purchasing Real Estate in Italy
PART 139: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
May 46 min read


Is It Worth Buying a Home in a "Dying" Italian Town?
PART 139: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
Apr 275 min read


Deciding to Sell our Home in Tuscany
Deciding to Sell our Home in Tuscany PART 138: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year....

Mark Tedesco
Apr 225 min read


Balancing Act: Navigating Life Between Palm Springs and Tuscany
PART 137: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
Apr 134 min read


Mixing Italian Charm with American Comfort: Renovating a House in Tuscany
PART 136: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
Apr 69 min read


Exploring Rome: The Magnificent St. John Lateran Basilica
What is the history and the legends contained in St. John Lateran?

Mark Tedesco
Mar 305 min read


Keeping warm in Tuscany
PART 134: It might be interesting to share how we pulled off living in Italy for part of the year. I will post some steps and what we are...

Mark Tedesco
Mar 236 min read


Pros and Cons of Living in Italy During Each Season
What is our experience of living in Italy during each season?

Mark Tedesco
Mar 166 min read


The Schengen Shuffle
What is the Schengen Shuffle and how can it facilitate staying in Europe for longer than 90 days?

Mark Tedesco
Mar 96 min read
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