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Petrol and diesel price comparison in Italy and San Marino
6 September 2011. Updated prices including Luxembourg (cheapest petrol) and Austria (cheapest diesel).
Sarnano to Sassotetto and Maddalena snow bus shuttle
13 March 2011. Details of the winter snow bus shuttle from Sarnano to Sassotetto and Maddalena, along with a rough translation.
Introduction to skiiing in the Italian Appenines, Sarnano, Le Marche
12 March 2011. Skiiing in the Italian Appenines, Sarnano, Le Marche, a blog written for beginners to skiing.
Skiing in La Maddalena, Sibilllini Mountains, Italy
12 March 2011. A beginner's guide to skiing in La Maddalena, Sibilllini Mountains, Italy, providing details of how and where to go, as well as 2011 prices.
Sarnano and skiing, hotels, access and prices
12 March 2011. A brief guide wih information about Sarnano skiing, hotels, access and prices.
Ski lifts at La Maddalena, Sassotetto, Le Marche, Italy
12 March 2011. Picture of the Ski lifts at La Maddalena, Sassotetto, Le Marche, Italy.
Baby tow rope at Santa Maria Maddalena, Sassotetto
12 March 2011. Picture of the Baby tow rope at Santa Maria Maddalena, Sassotetto, showing an instructor guiding a novice up the climb.
Hotel at Sasso Tetto, Sarnano, Le Marche, Italy
12 March 2011. Picture of a Hotel at Sasso Tetto, Sarnano, Le Marche, Italy, illustrating the stunning view of the valley 1000 metres below.
Skiing costs in Sassotetto, Sibillini Mountains, Italy
12 March 2011. Picture of the Skiing costs in Sassotetto, Sibillini Mountains, Italy, showing the relatively inexpensive tarrifs.
Italian sayings/Proverbi di Italia
15 February 2011. Proverbi di Italia; i guai della pignatta li conosce il cucchiaio che ci entra ecc.
Polignano a Mare, Puglia, Italy
9 November 2010. Alberobello is situated in the Puglia region of Italy, about 14 miles/22 kilometres inland from the Adriatic coast. I am most thankful to SImonMas for this fascinating picture.
9 November 2010. Taralli is typical of the Puglia region, being a health and tasty food.
9 November 2010. SimonMas's stunning picture is his home city Bari, Puglia, Italy, and features the old town.
9 November 2010. The small Adriatic port of Trani, Puglia, Italy, is almost 27 miles/43 kilometres north-west of Bari, as explored and seen by SimonMas, local musician, composer and academic.
9 November 2010. Alberobello is situated in the Puglia region of Italy, about 14 miles/22 kilometres inland from the Adriatic coast.
29 July 2010. Ferragusto, the traditional holiday on 15 August, falls on a Sunday in 2010. This note explains the implications for public transport timetables.
Petrol and diesel prices in Italy and San Marino
28 July 2010. Updated prices - it's hardly worth driving to San Marino for a fill, unless you're going anyway.
2 May 2010. More information on railway station pitfalls, particularly concerning timetables and non-related stations.
2 May 2010. When considering your residence in Italy, remember that central and southern parts may be subject to earthquakes. This may affect your negotiating and bargaining when buying a property; likewise, poor mobile phone reception may colour your decision.
La Befana, pictured in Le Marche, Italy
12 December 2009. Detailed picture of the witch-like character, La Befana, during a ceremony in Sant'Angelo in Pontano, Le Marche on 6 January 2008.
Children in Le Marche receive presents from La Befana
12 December 2009. Taking place on the same day as the Christian Feast of the Epiphany, La Befana sits quietly and waits for the next child who will receive a present.
Italian Speed Camera Sign showing the Controllo Elettronico Della Velocita message
24 October 2009. Picture of an Italian speed camera sign, warning vehicles about these new devices.
24 October 2009. Updated information on the plastic roadside speed cameras.
Petrol and diesel price comparison in Italy and San Marino
17 July 2009. Updated prices from the UK, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria, Italy and San Marino; the strong Euro in 2009 means that UK drivers no longer get much cheaper fuel, with the exception of Luxembourg and Austria.
Banner of La Quintana, Ascoli Piceno, Le Marche, Italy, taken in August 2008
16 May 2009. La Quintana is an annual historical festival that takes place in the ancient city of Ascoli Piceno, Le Marche, on the first Sunday in August.
Procession for La Quintana in Ascoli Piceno, August 2008
16 May 2009. It is this ancient city's medieval joust, and is preceded by a huge costumed procession through each of the city's six neighbourhoods
La Giostra della Quintana, Ascoli Piceno; Assembly for the Italian medieval games, 3 August 2008
16 May 2009.The joust and games take place in the city's football stadium; this photo shows the processions from the various districts of Ascoli Piceno assembling before the grand proclamation.
Costumed lady at the Quintana festival, Ascoli Piceno, Italy
16 May 2009. Even the children of this ancient city become involved, donning the apparel of their forefathers and engaging in a cultural highlight.
Horse-mounted jouster at La Quintana, Italy, preparing for the forthcoming games
16 May 2009. At the Tournament a (horse) rider represents each Sestieri (borough) and is dressed in their colours.