Im sure some of you have done that. Then there were the minor damages, breakage, staining, and theft. But I would need some help to do this. As I had added an additional 3 miles on to yesterday to get to the B&B Roccamorice, we get a lift to the start of the trail. We were hooked. Mom wasnt big on us having pets, so once I got married, all bets were off. Whether you need primary care or complex And it has always stuck in my mind. Why? I am as ready as I can be but I know the elevation gains and descents on a few of the sections are going to be tough. Thank you! Another great dinner planned for this evening to refuel and enjoy the local cuisine, Alberobello Locorotondo, 19.9 km/ 10.5 mi. There is a moderate number of youth and I believe the town has about 1700 people residing there. Being unsure of what we might accomplish, we had to try. The lower apartment, we successfully rented out short term through Airbnb and Booking.com. This stone house belonged to his grandmother and he took ownership 10+ years ago. Though it is not a circular route, and car transporting is necessary, its such a spectacular cammino, how could we not do it! Our cats, Pierre and Sofie, will have few levels to run up and down as well as a new cat enclosure for the terrace. Nor will my husband, John. The bathroom consists of two rooms joined by a very narrow opening. Six stages that allowed us to visit 2 abbeys and 7 hermitages, retracing the steps of Petro Angeleri the hermit who was elected Pope in 1294. Whether you have settled as an expat in Italy or are still living in the United States of America and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Italy Then there were the solid bonds built between me and the people of SAR, whether in my group or throughout the state. This bathroom was originally all pink, a color very popular years ago. Along the way, not very far from San Spirito, a man was working with his 6 horses and mules to bring firewood out of the forest. Even after six years of living in this beautiful country, John says, I still feel like a kid in a candy store. Making plans is a concrete way to exhibit hope, and so I made some. WebAbruzzo is a region to the east of Rome, characterised by majestic mountain ranges, rugged coastline, charming medieval villages and vibrant city centres. John finished painting the house and it glowed. One of the biggest surprises of today, which absolutely wowed the three of us, was walking through the expansive area of shepherd huts ( le capanne in pietra a secco) and pasture enclosures of dry stone, hundreds and hundreds of acres. It was my pride of being an Italian and the love of Italy that spurred me on to apply for recognition as an Italian citizen by blood (Jus Sanguinis). It encompasses all of this, and more. Abruzzo is in the center of Italy, with its western border a mere 31 miles from Rome. Long considered part of southern Italy politically and culturally, it enjoys a central location that is bordered by the Adriatic Sea on the east, Le Marche on the north, Lazio on the west, and Molise to the south. This particular hermitage can also be reached by a hard surface road so, along with it being beautiful to see, it is very accessible. The access point to our next hermitage, San Bartolomeo in Legio, was via a narrow steep descent into a canyon. Bursting with history and character, the Youll see in the pictures below where he added a step for us to enter the deeper style tub/shower combo. We wanted the size to be about 1/2 of what we had in Rocca, move-in ready, a small garden would be nice, but most of all we wanted a view. The inside is all modern, with new utilities and lots of marble and porcelain tiling. Expat Story #3. I thought Id share some of what we have been doing to prepare for this chock full of hermitages, amazing scenery, medieval villages, deep valleys, jaw-dropping mountains and of course great food 90 km 6 day walk in the Parco Nazionale della Majella. Roccaspinalveti now has a couple more rentals and B&Bs and we are happy to see this trend in our town. divided into 6 stagesIt is entirely covered on foot on the Official Path Network of the Park, following the paths that, in all probability, Pietro used to move from one hermitage to another, from one valley to anotherThe departure takes place at the Badia Celestiniana in Sulmona and after touching Pacentro, Roccacaramanico, Caramanico Terme, Roccamorice and Lettomanoppello it ends at the Abbey of S. Liberatore a Maiella in the municipality of SerramonacescaFor travelers who undertake the Way, the Charta Peregrini (or Pilgrims Credential) is available which can be stamped in the Park Information Centers along the route and which, once completed, entitles you to receive the Celestine Cross, the Testimonium which certifies the entire journey of the stages. But you will find that a tribe of like speakers (in our case, English) may be necessary for you to develop a social group in your area. After graduating from college and getting her TEFL certification, she moved abroad to teach English and learn Italian. Not sure of the exact terminology but it was definitely a deep fissure in the landscape. WebShe is a city girl with a love of country music. The forests were mystical with fog and I hoped that we would see a wolf or fox. We also chose to stay at B&Bs and hotels instead of camping. So to reconnect and add joy to my life, Im building a tribe of English and Italian speaking friends. And during this search for my family, John received his Italian citizenship by being married to me (Jure Matrimonii). Once we completed that, we headed out onto the trail, skimming the edge of the valley as we worked our way down to the river. We did have some lovely guests from Belgium in October, just before we closed for the season. I think other workouts are needed to make you stronger and flexible, for sure. The pathway was quiet and soft under foot and eventually we started to lose altitude to arrive at the hermitage. Weve added a pellet stove in the living room to give us some heat on the main level and our plumber arrives soon to add our gas line, boiler and radiators. It did make the longer days a challenge, but such a great experience! Also, we can happily say we can now meet again with my entire family of cousins, living 40 minutes from us. When the trail left the woods for a moment, we saw large dairy farms and some more trulli. Our guests couldnt have been kinder with their reviews! But it still was another amazing hike to remember. Virginia Department of Emergency Management, Abbazia Di San Liberatore in Serramonacesca, Follow Navigating Life in Abruzzo on WordPress.com, My grandfather, Carlo De Felice, and his wife, my grandmother Maria Laura Paciello, Brooklyn, NY, De Felice Family Business, Blacksmiths, San Salvo, Filippo De Felice, father to Michele De Felice, San Salvo, Michele De Felice & Adalgisa Maccarone on their wedding day, San Salvo, Raffaele De Felice, 1st cousin to my grandfather, Carlo, and grandfather to Michele, San Salvo, My mother, Helen Mary De Felice, Brooklyn, NY. They assist you with the weight of the pack, give you stability, protect your knees on long, steep descents and give you the feel of having 4 legs instead of 2 when you head upwards. My fathers family was from Naples (Giordano Americanized to Jordan) and my mothers family was from Abruzzo. A note about lunches, every day we packed Il pranzo al sacco, whether a pizza, panino or some other bar type food. From Polignano a mare to Castellana Grotte. But as of June 1, it appears that COVID restrictions on inside eating will be lifted. This cammino consisted of 6 tappas (stages/days) with the last two days being the longest (20 & 16 miles respectively). We had run out of steam and wanted our cammino passports stamped and to receive our certificate Testimonium. Sicily If youre seeking island life in your golden years, Sicily is a great choice. The sad outcome of the phone call was that a meeting was not immediately arranged. I did notice that the hosts were glad to see tourists returning after a long and painful year of Covid. Family can unintentionally instill a drive inside us. We previously had visited Sulmona a few years back, but never took the time required to truly appreciate this city. Our contract gave us a few months leeway to get packed to move but we needed to find our new home. Why would a distant cousin, such as I, be important to them? On a personal note, we are loving this cammino. Now that I think about it, it was a big deal for me to hike with lady friends. When you spend so many hours together, whether training or at searches, its inevitable that you come to view your group members as your extended family. As we settled into life in Roccaspinalveti, I decided to reach out to find if I had any living relatives in Abruzzo. We stopped at the pass for our lunch and sat back to enjoy the majesty of the mountains. Abruzzo is like that, it does have many national trains, just they go north not across the mountains to Rome. We stopped at a small lovely hamlet; Roccacaramanico, that is slowly repopulating. Family was everything and my mom had 4 siblings, although my dad was an only child. The day closed with us returning through pastures in the cold rain as evening approached. We also decided to open a doorway between our two small bedrooms in our home, creating a suite. There is so much more work I want to do on my family tree, but mostly I just want to enjoy being a part of my Italian family. I To be honest, the region is going through a bad period, the honda and sevel two of the biggest factories of the abruzzo are currently in trouble but we all hope that the situation will improve. This town is at the edge of Abruzzo with Molise (the next region south of us) just across the Trigno River. John and Giacomo are on the upper level finishing some plastering and tomorrow they will continue on the tiling. The views are stunning, the wind turbines enormous, and a beautiful valley to complete the loop. With fourth and final search dog, Romeo, and our house completed, I returned to K9 Alert for my final active years in SAR. I can remember fondly all the daylong meals the entire family would have, whether in New Jersey, where I was born and raised, or in Brooklyn, NY. The town boasts plenty of amenities; bakery, bar, pharmacy, post office, museum, grocery store, goat cheese maker, library, churches, doctors office, weekly market and travelling vendors. So it began all about woods and dogs but it morphs into so much more! Were using the lower-level kitchenette as our working kitchen as John assembles the cabinets for the main kitchen and we await gas hookup. Our accommodations range from B&Bs, hotels and an agriturismo, and I used various sites and apps to make reservations. We were able to buy the perfect tub online from Manomano as well as the duel-head shower system. We will keep you posted as things progress with our next exciting adventure. Our destination this afternoon was a bit further than expected as we had booked a B&B in the town of Roccamorice. But undaunted, we entered this evocative and challenging valley. We knew these 6 days would be a challenge, but oh so rewarding. The list was varied with such lasting experiences they enjoyed as well as for us, meeting and hosting them. The information that I got from my father, was that they were from Naples. Im sure most people felt the same about isolation. I am always so blown away by the land we live in. The hotel is family run and set up as a ski lodge, but I am sure as COVID restrictions are disappearing, many guests will return also for the local hiking trails. John and I along with our good friend, Alex, are getting ready to hike the Cammino di Celestino in a few weeks. What ensued was me obtaining my dual citizenship and then the decision was made to retire in Italy. I am 100% Italian, Italian/American that is, with dual citizenship with the United States and Italy. This successful venture not only gives us some additional income but allows us to share the love we have for this region with others. And it is such a day to experience. These rooms were traded back and forth amongst families and neighbors throughout generations, and ownership could be by a handshake, word of mouth or who has the lock on the door. Below are some of the towns & areas we will be staying in. All my clothes can be washed with me in the shower and dry in a matter of a few hours tops. So in this post, I wish to share some of the different facets of preparation; physical fitness, safety, gear, reservations, etc. Leaving Roccaspinalveti isnt an easy decision, but the pull of family and the sea are calling us. I have to proudly say that we did this rental well. There are important things to consider before going into the mountains for 6 days, even thought these can be considered day hikes all strung together. The house has been a restoration project that reflects the artistic talents and expertise of Giacomo Ottaviano (owner/contractor), but upmost the work is from his heart. The air cooled, we gave a sigh of relief and caught our breath. Yes, Tim Allen (The Tool Man) is one of his heroes. It was a grand gathering with six of my cousins! But not only having to say goodbye to our dear boy, but also a final goodbye to a way of life for close to 30 years. And Giacomo. I contacted the comune office in Tufillo and was put in contact with the deputy mayor. Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad A forum community dedicated to expatriates and enthusiasts. Buck and I, after two years (this is about normal) became an operational team for the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, as eventually my second and fourth dogs, Luce & Romeo. We will have some great stories to share! Its close to our house, just a few hours to the start town of Sulmona, right here in our region of Abruzzo. We felt that the kitchen space, hallways and eventually the master bathroom should all flow with one tile. Others went hiking, headed to the beach for the day, went house hunting, and others came to work in the area. Unfortunately, we didnt quite make it and the morning stretched on hot under the clear skies until we reached the most beautiful beech forest. I almost backed out of trying to reach out to them. So the packing of remaining household items continues. There is just so much to see and experience and we hope folks will continue to make their way to this part of Abruzzo. It offers its own private entrance and parking area, long balcony looking out over the mountains and hills of southern Abruzzo our backyard. When I was young, I would camp out in the backyard. It was amazing. Expat Story #3. It was our first cammino and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Now the goals for updating our home here in Rocca are a sweet response to us finding family! Until next time. Deep ravines, canyons, tumbling waters, alpine meadows, precarious ledges were all a part of our week. Alex has an Osprey Eja 38L, John a Quechua Forclaz 40 Air+ and I have an Osprey Tempest 40L. And I highly recommend any guided hike with Ercole! We passed on by and continued our trek with the forest opening up to spacious meadows and views of the Gran Sasso. It was much larger than we needed and it came with two apartments and a large backyard. Is Italy good for expats? But know this about John and I; we have a higher compass that we trust. So I did my research and made a list of some village to village treks as well as some mountain trails. William Russell's private medical insurance will cover you and your family wherever you may be. My daughter solved the problem by saying to me Mom, go live your dream. No, I have not forgotten my fathers side of that family. The blog is run by Katy and Susanna, two expats residing in Sulmona. If you move to one of these stunning and very friendly towns, you will be welcomed with open arms. In small towns you can find rentals from $300 and up. During this time with NCSO, with Mike Hull, a world renowned Man Tracker and Massie Saunders, local search manager, we formed the local search group, F.I.R.S.T., Fast Initial Response Search Team. Finally we got a break with cooler Fall temperatures arriving. We have found a house but not just any house. What a great week. Since the house we purchased has two apartments, with us living upstairs, we turned the lower apartment into Casa Serre Holiday Apartment. This would be one of my favorite days as the views are long and wide and very green this time of year. Before We actually loved our original kitchen tile, but it was way too soft to stand up to heavy traffic. And of course we have been hiking, whether a road trek, some trails around Roccaspinalveti or now back out in other areas. If you are looking to connect with expats in Italy, then this page brings together all the latest expat blogs Italy written, any interviews, articles and news items we have here at ExpatsBlog.com. And once we get settled, travel is definitely in the works. It will be a small adjustment as I havent lived without a garden and some land around me in almost 50 years, but Im ready. Thankfully just wet boots and socks, no major bumps and we climbed a short steep path to the remnants of the hermitage San Onofrio AllOrfento. Not worth it was it because it was never large enough but certainly annoying enough. It has virtually no rainfall and a rustic, easygoing lifestyle. What next ensued was serendipitous and I honestly believe I was pointed in the right direction at the right time. Without a professional guide, I took on the responsibility to put this all together. We've compiled a list of the 12 best places to live in Italy based upon expats' But let me back up a bit prior to this new lockdown. Touring Abruzzo was able to give me a contact name and number of one of my cousins (more like a fifth cousin). Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. I shifted gears, got certified with a police dog association and became a Special K9 Officer (strictly volunteer) for the Nelson County Sheriffs Office. We discussed our ideas for the new look and he is was full steam ahead. Our two favorites were Ristorante Antiche Mura in Polignano and Gaonas in Martina Franca. Outside management may be worth considering for those thinking of doing this type of rental. What can I say we couldnt resist the view, great condition of this more modern house (built in mid70s), the price (which I had followed for three years as it slowly came into our budget), good size yard, private parking area, etc. I am thankful that I was able to serve the community of Virginia and very thankful for the gift of my four great dogs. I have to say that I am one of the lucky ones. It began with the woods and dogs, both which I were very comfortable with. Whether its having Italian radio or TV on in the background, listening to YouTube and TedTalks, comprehension will improve. We gave the apartment a name: Case Serre Holiday Apartment; Serre being the neighborhood that we lived in. Monday morning we picked up our pets at the kennel and headed home for a long week of rest and naps . The weather, rural setting, friendly folks, and the mountains reminded us of our home in Virginia, but of course, we were in Italy. I wouldnt say I got a balanced workout (even though I did try with some hand weights) but cycling definitely improved my lower body muscle strength with the added benefit of a good cardio push. Now what should we do with the apartment below us? You may gather that I was excited when Angela set a date for coffee at her fathers house. An enormous Italian breakfast awaits us, but we are ready to get started. My mother always told me the story that he came over by himself at the age of 13, but I found out later that his entire immediate family came over with him when he was 17 years old. We will return there most definitely. A dream realized. The gauge is that your pack, with all your stuff apart from food and water, should be about 10% of your body weight. WebThis program aims to incentivise both foreign and Italian pensioners to take up residency in the south of Italy, and in Calabria, Sicily and Sardinia, in particular, by offering them a 10-year tax holiday on their retirement income for spending a minimum of 6 months per year in their Italian home. They could stay with us and have their own apartment with privacy and the dynamite view. hi all i,ll be in abruzzo mar 10 for three weeks hoping to find somewhere to buy for holiday home semi retirement been in building trade years have great practical skills but the beaurocracy of buying ahouse to renovate seems daunting all the websites seem to tell me to definately use a lawyer and geometra but some say not neccessary by all Bars and restaurants are closed, only allowing takeout (or takeaway as it is called here). WebAmerican Expat Living in Italy - Interview with Alexa Alexa is an American expat living and working in Bologna, Italy. After we stripped the old wallpaper and gave all the walls fresh paint, John was ready for some major tiling work. As the apartment was part of our home, we felt it essential to maintain a level of quietness on our part in order to ensure our guests were not disturbed. We had many positive reviews and high scores with both Booking.com and Airbnb. John continues to do the shopping in our village and Im sticking close to home. Doesnt mean I understand all the words as they speedily talk along, but I understand the gist of what is being said. We had guests who came to relax and hardly leave the property. I found some of my clan (now a part of my tribe) my mothers family. It takes the pressure off of you and you have your freedom to travel. We Americans might think of this more of a canyon or gorge! I felt I had to substantiate my claim as a De Felice. You can also find my story at this link in both Italian and English. During this past winter, I set my bike on a training platform and cycled in our dining room. A very relaxing experience. -storage room for wine and stall area for animal such as donkey.) The two cabinets were spray painted a cream color very similar to the painted tile and plaster walls were painted a calming sand/mocha color. While I waited to hear back from my cousins, I worked on our family tree. As this cammino was a group and John and I are more comfortable on vacations with just the two of us, we decided that I would organize a cammino and invite our close friend Alex. Now these guests were not the norm and we had many wonderful guests, but it was just time for us to move on to another adventure. We added a few more visits to other regions over the past years, but we always made time to visit a small village for a few days in Abruzzo. So it is said that hiking longer hikes and more often doesnt actually get you in shape for hiking. There is much more inside our packs to talk about but it would be a really long post. We can dream and make plans in the hope that restrictions will eventually be lifted. A detailed expat guide to moving to Italy: the pros and cons, residency and property matters, the , Until next time, thank you always for stopping here at my blog to catch up on our adventureshope you are having a great summer! Each expat/resident has different experiences, and I can only share what I know personally. Movement is allowed around our municipality for necessities and health reasons, exercise being one of those reasons. I got us off course a few times, nothing too drastic and we were able to jump back on after a short detour. Did I really want to leave my friends and the mountains of Virginia for a foreign country? The sound of the running water tempted us to enter, but we left the water behind for our first challenge of the cammino Piscia Giumenta: a 100 foot long ledge equipped with a steel rope. The trail undulated through lovely forests, across footbridges, always taking us towards the top of the valley. Do I enlist an Italian friend to come with me to interpret or just take the chance on my own? I want to pack in as many experiences as possible before the ice and snow arrive later this year. The most recent COVID regulations allowed takeway or outside seating. And with these size packs and the expected terrain, its always a smart idea to have hiking sticks. There are two hermitages to see today along our route: San Michele Di Lettomanoppello & San Onofrio Di Serramonacesca. We plan to head back to this area to discover more. The accommodations were lovely with our gracious host, Oscar. Certainly, family and friends would come to visit us here in wild Abruzzo! At some point during those years, I found out that I could apply for my Italian citizenship. In the central and southern parts of Italy you can find places to live for 400 euro/month or so. WebItaly is beloved by expats, global nomads and retirees. He emigrated from Italy in 1910 on a ship leaving the port of Naples, arriving at Ellis Island, New York. Huge complements to everyone involved with this cammino, working diligently to make this an outstanding experience! John opened up the narrow doorway between these two rooms with an archway for an elegant look. I knew how to have a dog as a pet, but to train it to search and locate lost people, a new world opened up to me. Each one so different from the other, with their own talents, strengths and personalities. A friend of mine in search and rescue had a motto and she also had her license plate saying something like this: Its Only Walking. We had an evening walk around town and then enjoyed a delicious meal before a very sound nights sleep. Alternative might be to spend 89 days there every rolling 180 days. Roccaspinalveti has been an amazing place to live. Apart from the stringent COVID cleaning regulations, which most days left me exhausted, there was the lack of privacy. I choseTouring Abruzzoand with the wonderful help of Luciana and Alberto, the De Felice tree was fleshed out all the way back to the early 1800s. To enter this valley, you are asked to register at the park office at the edge of town. Both John and I worked in the hospitality industry when we lived in the United States. I encourage anyone seeking their Italian relatives to gather all information needed and not give up. Retire in Bari iStock.com/Jacek_Sopotnicki Searches could be anywhere in the state of Virginia. Family names became tied to these individual locations and their descendants are still prominent in certain towns. I may have not been active in search and rescue for the past 4- 1/2 years living here in Italy, but with Romeo by my side, we never truly left that life. We saw it in the mountains of Virginia, where we both lived for a number of years. As children, we were not allowed to learn or speak Italian. I most likely will never become fluent at my age, but will be able to contribute to the conversation. Celestino V and Abruzzo. The listing is lovely with great pictures! Very exciting news. Quick note about lack of food pictures. After watching a handler and her dog locate a volunteer ( the subject) hiding in the woods, seeing the dog return to the handler, indicate the find with a jump, and returning to the subject with the hander, I was totally onboard. I did all the social media & website, handled the bookings, laundry, making up beds, restocking. Here are a few pictures of the apartment and view. As the tree grew in unbelievable proportions, I cut and taped until I had both De Felice lines spread out to show Michele. Weather a bit hotter than expected, so were getting earlier starts to our day. They include Liguria, Puglia, Rome, Le Marche, Abruzzo, Sicily and more. Our host there is a very talented sculptor, along with being an excellent restaurateur. WebAppealing to tourists and retirees alike, Bari is home to numerous shops (local mom-and-pops as well as high-end designer goods), museums, theaters, universities, a train, and bus hub from which to explore points north, south, and inland, an airport, and a cruise terminal. Any thoughts of writing a post for this blog were clouded by the mind-fogging weather. I think that the trees were talking a bit to each other. This I wanted to replace with a deep soaking bathtub and shower combo. We've compiled a list of the 12 best places to live in Italy based upon expats' recommendations. Family is paramount in the hill towns where ancestors defended their lands that surrounded these strongholds. A chance to cool off, marvel in the construction, share in its beauty with other hikers and families before we started our climb out of the canyon. 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