We hope to provide you with the road map and preparation needed in this journey to make your dream of living in Italy a reality!​​
All the details, itinerary and short Q&A 

The Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival     
6pm Welcome Aperitivo |  Pop prosecco, introduce ourselves & dive right into Culture & Expat life in Italy. Start Phase 1: Preparation.
8pm Dinner  |  Five courses of seasonal traditional recipes with produce from our garden, local wine, caffè & digestivo

Day 2

Breakfast     8-10am daily
Morning Day Trip  | Visit to Urbino for your Codice Fiscale  and a walk around this UNESCO World Heritage City!
Lunch in Urbino | Q&A Meet with a Commercialista/Tax Accountant with Specialty in European Funding and Agricultural Grants   
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6pm Seminar Series |  Continuation of Phase 1: Preparation - Create a Timeline, The Business Plan, House Hunting
followed by Dinner.
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Day 3

Breakfast     8-10am daily
​10 am - Lunch   | Seminar Series: Phase 2:  Transition - VISA, Logistics of the Move, Negotiating for the Property
​followed by Lunch 
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4pm Seminar Series  |  Phase 3: Execution & Assimilation - Everyday business & life with Italians, Sourcing supplies & Executing your Business Plan
followed by Farewell Dinner -  share the table & meal with other expats!

Day 4

Breakfast & Departure     

    Ready to take the next step to Italy!

    Please take a moment to fill out our short Q&A so we can get to know you & your plans better!
     (This is not a booking confirmation for the workshop. You will receive a follow up email from Ashley to confirm your spot & the deposit/booking details.) 

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