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I access BBC iPlayer through My Private Network and it works absolutely perfectly. Some time ago (I think maybe 12/18 months or so ?), some kind soul explained on this forum how to extend the viewing time by renaming the downloaded file. Can anyon

Mon, 05/30/2011 - 01:35

Sadly, it looks like some people will again be struggling to get here and/or go back for the bank holiday weekend coming up next week, hopefully a lot of rescheduling can be undertaken? As a point of interest, the following website shows the lack

Tue, 05/24/2011 - 08:15

I don't know if it is me (or my computer !) but .....................every now and then, it is like this forum goes to sleep. I was only thinking the other week how fantastically useful the forum is for getting and donating information, research,

Sun, 05/08/2011 - 06:06

Sorry..............does anybody know an Indian Restaurant in Macerata area ?S

Wed, 05/04/2011 - 15:18

For those who can't get to see the wedding on Friday, this link might help........... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kav0FEhtLug S

Wed, 04/27/2011 - 03:55

Prior to buying our little bit of Italy, I insisted on having a certificate of habitation fully signed and sealed. Does this have to be renewed at any point or is it only if I sell sometime in the future? S

Tue, 04/26/2011 - 14:25

I don't dislike the lizards that bask in the sun and race around (and seem to bite each others tails?) the garden and rockery that we have.................but, this year we seem to have LOADS more than previ

Tue, 04/26/2011 - 14:22

Does anyone know the tree here in Italy called ............(I think!)...............'amoro'............OR 'umbrello'? We have one tree that sprouts like a 'good-un', there are others around here in Le Marche, but every year they are SEV

Mon, 04/18/2011 - 08:55

Apologies for the nature of this subject ! Having a great time here in Le Marche, but one thing that has me stumped is what I can only imagine is some sort of 'poop' (for want of a better word). VERY regularly(maybe weekly), we can be sitting on t

Wed, 04/06/2011 - 07:43

Can anybody confirm that as of January 1st 2011, it will be actually illegal for shops to provide plastic bags for you to carry your shopping home? Thanks in advance, S

Tue, 12/07/2010 - 12:47

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Sat, 06/30/2012 - 11:11

I must ask the british food shop to try getting Parsnips, although I know the fact that their shipping delays could be a problem. I have some friends here that grew some two years ago, but they were very thin and LONnnnnnnG......... Another friend saidthey would bring some out for me (which they did), and brought enough to keep us going for a few years, we had to share them out............. S

Sat, 06/30/2012 - 07:53

alison.g............. I understand what you are saying, but I did not say others should not look at the post, what I said was that I don't like to see advertising such as this, especially when there is a group already called 'Items for sale or free'. I think also with the advertiser in question, they imply that they are just in love with Venice et al, when really I THINK (I am thinking, I'm not suggesting others are thinking!) that the real point is that they offering goods for sale. S  

Answer to: Euro 2012
Sat, 06/30/2012 - 07:25

Rickardo............. We europeans know 'soccer' as 'football' (!)..............and you will not be alone in shouting FORZA ITALIA!!!! I will be with you all the way, The game itself will be very tough as I think Spain are the stronger side (particularly as individuals) and, with the shock of Italy's win over the Germans, the Spanish will be 'well up for it' ( a technical turn of phrase !). FORZA ITALIA !!!   cool S

Fri, 06/29/2012 - 03:49

I'm sorry, but this apparent advertising of a photographers wares is not for me............. If it was JUST photos/snaps produced by your typical traveller, I'd be more appreciative, S

Answer to: WiFi Hotspot
Sat, 06/23/2012 - 11:16

Now then Angie (or is it Robert !)..........no need for sarcasm OR.......you must have been sitting a LONG way away !! From a distance, and if the light is right ( angry )...........maybe............ , a long time ago !! S

Answer to: WiFi Hotspot
Fri, 06/22/2012 - 16:49

Go to 'l'arte del gusto' in Piana di Falerone, on the main SP into Servigliano(near to the fish shop)......he (Fabio) has it there. AND................. have lunch there (not free !) ask for a pasta and behold......very very good ! (well I think so !) Good luck, S

Fri, 06/22/2012 - 14:23

I have on occasion criticised this forum and have been truly shot down by long standing member(s). I have to say there are at times frustrations, but.............. the recent interactions regarding the IMU tax has been VERY interesting and informative (to me at least !) hang on in there guys, it is not that bad !! S

Tue, 06/05/2012 - 10:41

Apparently, itis not 'their' job to collect taxes, it is YOUR job to pay taxes (!!!!!!!!!!!!) Yes, it could be handled a tiny bit better blush, there is a facility on the bank that I'm with (Banca della Marche) whereby you can fill the F24 in online (after you have done the calculations. I have to say, if someone sends me a bill and I feel it is valid I pay it. It is just the ridiculous mess of understanding the calculations and THEN..............adjusting it to accommodate their 'new' calculations which are to be made in September !! It's a good un !! S

Mon, 06/04/2012 - 09:45

Hi alan h, I think the breathalyser comes into force on 1st July in France...............I HEAR that you should carry TWO !!! S