Affordable Italy: Living la Dolce Vita on a Bootstring Italy’s Affordable Regions: Le Marche’ with Mark Hinshaw
Nov 6, 2023
Mark Hinshaw, an accomplished author, artist, and architect, shares his journey of immersing into Italian life with his wife, Sunny Savina Bertollini, in the enchanting Le Marche region. They discuss the affordable living costs, including the charm of the 7% flat tax town they call home. Mark offers insights into the rich community life and contrasts the healthcare systems between Italy and the U.S., highlighting personal anecdotes that showcase the warmth and cultural richness of their new life in this lesser-known part of Italy.
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Choosing Marche over Tuscany
- Mark Hinshaw and his wife deliberately avoided tourist-heavy and expensive regions like Tuscany and the extreme south due to climate, cost, and lifestyle preferences.
- They chose Marche for its balance of services, affordability, and authentic community life far from conventional expat hubs.
Local Kindness in Marche
- Mark shares warm experiences of local kindness, including a barista hugging them and a pharmacist making house calls during his recovery.
- These stories highlight strong community ties and genuine care in Marche's small-town life.
Italy's Fragmented Cultural Landscape
- Italy's history of fragmented city-states explains regional dialects, cultures, and local differences.
- This fragmentation means culture, language, and customs shift dramatically even within small distances, requiring continual adaptation.
