INFOrmation Pages Index: 136 resources

Business Services

· Business News (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
The very latest European and World business news, available online from the AngloINFO Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· EU Factsheet: Working in Italy (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
EU Factsheets on finding, applying for and ending a job in Italian employment, including information on work hours, workers rights, leave allowances and the recognition of qualifications.

· EU Factsheets: Moving to Italy (The AngloFILE: Relocation & Help Moving to Italy)
Information directly from the European Union on the practical aspects of moving to Italy: residency, moving cars, money, pets, finding a home, finding a school and more.

· Jobs Offered Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Offering a job or looking for staff in Liguria or on the Italian Riviera? Post a FREE advertisement here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Jobs Offered Forum (The AngloFILE: Employment Agencies & Recruitment)
Looking for staff in the Italian Riviera region? Needing employees in Liguria? Advertise the jobs on offer in the AngloINFO Jobs Offered Forum.

· Jobs Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Looking for a job in Liguria on on the Italian Riviera? Post a FREE advertisement here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Jobs Wanted Forum (The AngloFILE: Employment Agencies & Recruitment)
Looking for a job in the Italian Riviera region? Needing employment in Liguria? Advertise your availablity in the AngloINFO Jobs Wanted Forum.

· Online Translation (The AngloFILE: Translators & Interpreters)
Use the power of the Internet to get from Italian to English, and back again. Translate words, phrases, sentences - even entire Web pages!

· Residence Permits, Permesso di Soggiorno & Carta di Sorggiorno in Italy (The AngloFILE: Relocation & Help Moving to Italy)
Information for EU citizens and non-EU (US, Australian) on the essential "stay permit" (Permesso di Soggiorno) and the residency card (Carta di Soggiorno): Who needs what, where to go, how to make the application and documentation required.

· Strikes in Italy (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Understanding the culture of striking in Italy with links to information on upcoming scheduled strike action, and further information from the Trades Unions.

· Unemployment in Italy (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information for a worker in Liguria who loses their job, is fired or retrenched. Details on where to go, how to register for unemployment benefits and job seeking.

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Cars, Bikes & Driving

· Buying & Selling a New or Used Car in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on the paperwork and process involved whether buying a car from a dealership or a secondhand car through a classified advertisement. The documents are required and where they must be sent.

· Cars for Sale / Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Moving? Moving up? Sell your used car or motorbike on the AngloINFO Forum. Needing wheels? A dream auto experience? Buy the car, or bike you need on the AngloINFO Forums.

· Cars, Bikes & Driving Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Getting around Liguria on two wheels or four: talk about motoring, motorbikes, classic cars and local rallies. Ask questions and get opinions on all automobile subjects on The AngloINFO Forum.

· Driving in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Motoring notes on the driving laws and you. An introduction to what you must (and must not) do when driving in Italy: licences, speeding, driving and alcohol.

· Exchanging a Foreign Driving Licence in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on how to exchange a foreign driver's licence for an Italian licence. Information applies to European Union citizens (UK, Germany, etc.) as well as those with a non-EU license (American, Australian, Canadian, South African, etc.).

· Importing & Registering a Foreign Car in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
The information you need before you import a car or motorcycle to Italy; including who must register and when, what paperwork is necessary and where to go to get it all done.

· Italian & Foreign Driving Licences (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on driving permits in Italy: who can drive on a foreign driver's licence, and for how long. Information on when and how to exchange a license, and details on applying for a learner's licence and registering for an Italian driving test

· Motorsport news (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Formula 1, CART, rallies and more - all the latest motorsport news from around the world, from the AngloINFO Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· Road Traffic Accidents in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information what to do when you have a road traffic accident and how to make an accident report for your insurer after a car crash.

· The Green Card (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Also known as the International Motor Insurance Certificate, this is an internationally recognised document (in countries in which the Green Card is valid) and acts as recognisable proof of third party car insurance in case of road accident while abroad.

· Vehicle Roadworthiness in Italy (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
All vehicles must undergo regular inspection revisione, by official test centres. This inspection (like the MOT test) is to ensure the car is legal and roadworthy with safe emissions. Find out where and how to get a car tested.

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Community Life: Liguria

· AngloINFO Weather (The AngloFILE: News & Weather)
Today's weather in your area, with a seven day forecast to help you plan ahead. The service includes high and low temperatures, wind forecast, humidity and likelihood of rain or other weather conditions.

· Bringing Up Toddlers in Italy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Liguria)
Answers to questions parents in Italy with young children might have, including information on health matters, preschool, child care and parental benefits.

· Citizen Guides (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
UK and US consulates provide services for citizens in need, including replacement of lost or stolen passports and help and advice in difficult situations.

· Daylight Savings Time (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
The clocks change twice a year moving from winter (standard) time to summer time and back. Find out when, and how Liguria's time relates to the rest of the world.

· Death & Dying in Italy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Liguria)
Information on how to proceed if you need to report the death of a family member in Liguria. Also information on the repatriation of remains for a burial or cremation outside Italy.

· English Language Media (The AngloFILE: News & Weather)
A world of information, both local and global - in English. The international English-language print and broadcast media that is available to you if you live on the Italian Riviera.

· Families & Kids Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Liguria)
The place for you to exchange views, share useful information on parenting, schooling and kid's fun for families in Liguria.

· Gay & Lesbian (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Liguria)
Links for gay men and women in Liguria and the Italian Riveria

· Getting Married in Italy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Liguria)
The Italian marriage process can seem complicated and confusing to foreigners. Here, we explain all you need to know about having your wedding in Italy.

· Italian Administration - National (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Contact information for the national administrative offices in the Liguria region. The place to go for residency papers, vehicle registration papers, driving licences and more in Italy.

· Living With Teenagers in Italy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Liguria)
Information about issues that effect young people and teens living in Italy, including jobs, volunteer work and exchange programmes. Issues facing teenagers like drugs, alcohol, pregnancy and driving are also addressed.

· Postal Codes (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Posting a letter in Italy? The post code numbers for all addresses in Liguria.

· Public Holidays in Italy (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
A calendar of the Italian national vacation days when businesses, schools and banks close and people get the day off. Includes regional holidays and links to holidays in the UK and US.

· The AngloINFO Newsroom (The AngloFILE: News & Weather)
The latest Italian, European and World news. Also Technology, Business, Sport and Entertainment news

· Utilities - Service Numbers in Liguria (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Problems with your telephone, water, electricity or gas? Find the contact number INSERT NAMES in Liguria.

· Voting in Italy (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Liguria)
If you're resident in Italy you can vote in some Italian elections. This page tells you how.

· Voting in the Australian Federal Elections (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the Australian Federal Election.

· Voting in the UK General Elections (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
Everything the expatriate UK citizen needs to know about voting in the General Elections - the key facts and contact details are all here...

· Voting in the US Presidential Elections (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the US Presidential election.

· What's On - Across Liguria (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Liguria)
AngloINFO Liguria's comprehensive English-language guide to What's On throughout the region with events, music, sport and more in Genoa, San Remo, La Spezia, Ventimiglia, Savona and Imperia.

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Computers & Technology

· AngloFILE Category A-Z (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
All the AngloFILE's categories listed in alphabetical order.

· AngloINFO Discussion Forums (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The place for you to exchange views, share useful information or just to let off steam! AngloINFO's discussion forums have it all...

· AngloINFO on the Road (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
You can take it with you, thanks to AngloINFO's range of mobile offerings - information at your fingertips for owners of PalmOS or Windows CE palmtops, and also WAP cellphones.

· AngloINFO Postcards (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Send digital AngloINFO Postcards for free! These Web-based Liguria greetings cards are ideal for all occasions - and you can send them to anyone with an e-mail address.

· AngloINFO Update (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
AngloINFO's weekly e-Mailed newsletter - sign up now!

· AngloINFO's Explorer Bar (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Internet Explorer users can have AngloINFO's most popular elements at their fingertips with this handy utility, that just plugs into the Web browser!

· Classified Advertisements (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Do you have something to buy or sell? Are you offering or looking for property and real estate? Or seeking staff, or a job? AngloINFO's Classified Advertisements offer you two great options.

· INFOrmation Index (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The alphabetical list of AngloINFO's INFOrmation pages - the essential facts about life in Liguria.

· Linking to AngloINFO (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
How to get us on to your site - for free.

· Technology News (The AngloFILE: Computers & Technology)
The latest Internet and Information Technology news stories, available from AngloINFO's Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· Telephone Directories (The AngloFILE: Internet, Telephone, VOIP & WiFi)
Online phone books for Italy, the UK, the USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, the Scandinavian countries and others of relevance to AngloINFO's users.

· Telephones & Internet in Italy (The AngloFILE: Computers & Technology)
Essential contact information for landline telephones, mobile cellular phones and Internet connections for private, domestic or business use in Italy, as provided by national telecommunications supplier, Telecom Italia and other suppliers.

· The AngloFILE (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The AngloFILE is AngloINFO's comprehensive directory of businesses and services available, in English, throughout the region. Browse through the various Categories and Sub-Categories until you find what you want, or try out the powerful search facility.

· The AngloINFO Toolbar (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The AngloINFO Toolbar is a free search and navigation companion that works with you while you surf, providing instant access to the most useful aspects of the Internet. Installs in seconds.

· What's New on AngloINFO (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
What's new on AngloINFO - where we list the recent additions to the site.

· WiFi Internet Access in Liguria (The AngloFILE: Computers & Technology)
How to find a public-access wireless Internet (802.11) hotspot in Liguria, elsewhere in Italy or throughout the world.

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Education & Training

· EU Factsheets: Living in Italy (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
Information from the EU on taxes, the cost of living, the health and education systems, the cultural and private lives and... shopping in Italy. Information relevant to any foreigner moving to or thinking of living in Genoa or the Liguria region.

· School Holidays in Liguria (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
The school calendar for Liguria: when schools of Genoa, Imperia, La Spezia and Savona close for vacations and the children are on holiday. The calendar includes the dates of summer holidays, half-term, the spring break and the Christmas break.

· Schooling in Italy (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
The basics of the education system in Italy for children in the school system in Liguria. Information includes all the stages from creche to pre-primary, primary and secondary education and international schooling.

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Entertainment & Arts

· Entertainment News (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The latest entertainment news from around the world, available online from AngloINFO.

· Festivals in Liguria, Italy (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Liguria and its provinces have a full calendar of festivals throughout the year, including the Spring Festival and the Festival of the Sea. Here you will find information and a description of the events with links to their websites where available.

· Literature (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The top titles set in Italy, from the AngloINFO Bookshop - order online!

· Online Games (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Play against yourself or other AngloINFO members with our online games - hangman, Iago and the hugely popular numbers game, Sudoku - can you make the Hall of Fame?

· Television & Radio in Italy (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Getting to grips with TV standards, understanding where and how to pay the radio and TV licence fees, and what's available to the TV viewer in Italy.

· Visiting the Museums & Monuments of Liguria (The AngloFILE: Museums & Monuments)
Find out how to make the most of Genoa's museums and monuments, and others throughout Liguria, using discount tickets and vouchers.

· What's On: Art (The AngloFILE: Galleries, Art Exhibitions & Sales)
Forthcoming Art events and exhibitions in Liguria, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Classical Music (The AngloFILE: Theatres, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming classical music events in the Italian Riviera, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Jazz, Blues & Folk (The AngloFILE: Theatres, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming Jazz events in Liguria, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Rock, Pop & Soul (The AngloFILE: Theatres, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming rock and pop music events in Genoa, San Remo, La Spezia, Ventimiglia, Savona and Imperia, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: World Music (The AngloFILE: Theatres, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming world music events in Liguria, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

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Financial & Legal

· Banking in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on opening an Italian bank account - what documents to provide - the credit and debit cards, payment methods cheques and more.

· Codice Fiscale: the Italian Tax Identification Code (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
The Codice Fiscale is a unique identification number needed to live and work in Italy. It is needed for many administrative matters. Here find information on what it is and how and where to apply for the Italian tax code.

· Exchange Rates (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Real-time currency conversion between the world's currencies - here at AngloINFO.

· Financial & Legal Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
This is the place to ask questions and share information on banking, tax, mortgages, visas and other matters relating to law and money.

· Foreign Exchange Options (The AngloFILE: Foreign Exchange & Currency Transfers)
A guide to how the money markets works with information on various currency transfer options available if you need to exchange US Dollars, Pound Sterling, or any other currency to Euros - whether in a single transfer or on a regular basis.

· Glossary of Foreign Exchange Terminology (The AngloFILE: Foreign Exchange & Currency Transfers)
Jargon guide to the various terms used in currency conversion market; the meaning of terms such as: Stop loss order, Rollover, Floating exchange rate. If you don''t understand your bank or broker, perhaps the answer is here.

· Lost or Stolen Credit Cards & Mobile Phones in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
What to do and where to call if your credit cards or telephones are lost or stolen in Italy.

· Personal Taxes in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on Italian taxes: general taxation on income, how it's calculated, when to pay tax, what exemptions there be and more. Also Italian capital gains tax and how it works, and gift and inheritance taxation.

· Property Purchase Taxes in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on who pays what taxes and why in the event of a property being bought in Italy. Includes information on municipal tax and ICI tax and working out the taxable base for the purposes of the registration tax and VAT.

· Vehicle Insurance in Italy (The AngloFILE: Italian Insurance: Car, Home, Life)
General information on taking out an Italian insurance policy, with comprehensive details on insuring a vehicle (options from third party to all risks) and making a claim.

· Wills and Inheritance Law in Italy (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Key information to understand the various types of Italian Will available, how to go about making a Will and what happens after death. Also find out about Italian inheritance law and how it affects your assets in Italy and elsewhere in the world.

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Food & Drink

· Food & Drink (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Books about Italian wine, the history of the pizza, modern Italian cuisine and recipe books in the AngloINFO Bookshop. Order online from Amazon.

· Foods of Italy (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Italy means pizza and pasta, but it's also so much more. Find out about the history of Italian cuisine, the many courses of an Italian meal and the regional specialities to be found throughout the country: Milanese risotto and veal, Venetian seafoods...

· Mushroom Picking in Italy (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Italy's fields and forests have a wide variety of edible mushrooms. But before heading out to pick them it is essential to have a mushrooming licence. Find out how to get the licence and what mushrooms you can expect to find in the Liguria region.

· Wines of Italy (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Italy is one of the world's most significant wine producers. Living in Northern Italy makes for an excellent opportunity to sample the local varieties. Find out more.

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Health, Fitness & Beauty

· E112 Form: Obtaining Medical Treatment in Other EU Countries (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the E112 form for EU residents seeking medical treatment in another EU country. Where to obtain the form, when it's required, how it's different from a European Health Insurance Card and what kind of care is covered.

· Emergency Telephone Numbers (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Emergency services: the numbers to call for Fire, Police and Ambulance. Also sea rescue, drug help, poisons and emergency doctors and hospitals.

· EU Factsheets: Social Security in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
EU Factsheets on the social security and employee protection and allowances for the Italian employee. Includes information on maternity insurance, life insurance and unemployment benefits.

· European Health Insurance Card (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
The EHIC in Europe is a "Health Card" for use by EU citizens and residents to access medical care (from doctors, dentists and emergencies) when travelling in the EU, but outside of their EU country of residence. It replaced the E111 form.

· Having a Baby in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
The administrative details you need to know if you are giving birth in Liguria. Who to contact and what to expect from the Italian system: maternity leave, midwives, vaccinations and registering the birth.

· Health Insurance in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the Italian national medical system, which is managed by the Servicio Sanitario Nacional (SSN). Details on who benefits, where and how to register, and what contributions and benefits to expect.

· Italian Medical Terminology Glossary (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Comprehensive list of English terms for everything from parts of the body to common sicknesses, aches and ailments - and their Italian equivalents. Also a dictionary of terminology for a visit to the dentist in Italy.

· Notes for the Disabled (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Resources for disabled members of the community, including the wheelchair bound and the hearing or sight-impaired. Information on transport, parking, government aid, social security and non-profit organisations.

· Social Security in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the Italian Social Security system(Previdenza Sociale) for EU as well as non-EU citizens, including how and where to apply for maternity, disability, unemployment and survivor benefits.

· Support Groups: Alcoholics Anonymous, Drug, Cancer, HIV (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Child abuse, drink or drug problems, HIV/AIDS, Red Cross, cancer support, information for the homeless - your helplines, support groups and emergency contacts in Genoa and Liguria.

· Termination of Pregnancy/Abortion in Italy (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on who to contact and how to proceed in the event of an unwanted pregnancy. Also information on family planning clinics.

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House & Home Improvements

· Animal Organisations on the Italian Riviera (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Livestock)
Pet shelters and refuges, animal rights organisations and other Italian associations for the protection of cats, dogs and other pet animals.

· Building Renovation: Tax Advantages in Italy (The AngloFILE: Building & Renovation)
Information on the building tax benefits introduced on the materials and work needed when renovating, restoring or restructuring a home in Italy. Benefits are deducted from tax payments. Find out who qualifies and how to apply for deductions.

· Conversion Tables (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Imperial/American to Metric (Fahrenheit to Celsius/centigrade) conversions for length and area, air, body and oven temperatures, and US to UK to Euro clothing conversion tables.

· Electricity and Home Appliances in Italy (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Information on the domestic power available, wall socket plugs and voltage of kitchen and living room (fridges, TVs) appliances in Italy.

· Essential Animal Information for Italy (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Livestock)
Who to call for animal information, where to go and how the law affects you and your pet - or any other animal that enters your life in Rome.

· Home & Garden (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
A selection of relevant titles for indoors and out - from the AngloINFO Bookshop. You can even order online!

· Home & Garden Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
This is the place to ask questions and share information on anything to do with your house, renovations, building projects, swimming pools, furniture, shopping and interior design ideas.

· Leaving Italy & Moving On (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Information on what to do when moving from Italy; including notifying schools and residency officials, closing bank accounts, ending contracts for utilities and insurance, exporting cars and moving pets.

· Moving House in Italy (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Moving house is complicated: changing address, notifying ENEL and the gas, water and telephone companies, your satellite provider, tax office, bank. This list of essential "to-do" items should simplify your Italian move as much as possible.

· Pet Travel Scheme & Moving with Animals (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Livestock)
Information on travelling with, or moving, your pet to Italy from another European country, the UK or further afield such as the United States or Canada.

· Pets & Animals Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Livestock)
Discuss animals - whether wild or domestic - with fellow users of AngloINFO's lively discussion forums.

· Services - Electricity, Gas, Water - in Italy (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Moving in? Information on the essential services in Italy and how to get them connected to your home or office in Genoa or the Liguria region. Who to call and what paperwork to have handy in order to get your electricity, water and gas.

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Property & Real Estate

· Accommodation Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Looking for a house, flat, villa or studio in Liguria, the Italian Riviera, to rent or to buy? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Buying a House or Property in Italy (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Italian real estate is a complex area, so before you get in contact with local realtors or real estate agents who have property for sale in Liguria you may find it helpful to get to grips with what's involved in purchasing property in Italy.

· Foreign Exchange & Property Purchase in Italy (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Information on how best to make your money work for you when buying overseas property in a foreign currency: how market fluctuations can affect the price you pay, and how to protect your finances during the currency transfer.

· Property Jargon (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
When reading the property classifieds looking for a house or apartment to buy or to rent, some terms may be unfamiliar - here are English translations of the key Italian real estate words and phrases.

· Renting a House or Apartment in Italy (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
The facts you need to know about renting a house or apartment in Liguria: finding accommodation, the contract, the deposit, the lease and the obligations of the landlord and tenant. Also how to get the services you need: water, electricity and telephone.

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Shopping & Style

· Bring & Buy (Or Sell...) (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
FREE classified ads for Liguria - got something spare or something you want? Tell everyone here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Furniture, Hardware, Appliance & Office Supplies Shopping (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
Italian chain stores that supply the basic furniture, home furnishings (curtains, carpets, cushions) white goods and electrical appliances (fridges, stoves, kettles, washing machines and tumble dryers, dishwashers, TVs and computers) for your home

· Markets in Liguria (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
When the countryside comes to you. Find out when and where you can enjoy the pleasures of browsing through an outdoor market in the Italian Riviera for local produce, fresh fruit and vegetables and organic food from the bio-food producers.

· Toys & Games: e-Shopping (The AngloFILE: Toys, Games & Hobbies)
Where to buy English-language fun, online. An essential guide to e-shopping for your kids.

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Sport & Leisure

· Fishing & Angling Permits in Italy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on fishing, angling and the permits required for the fresh water rivers, lakes and dams of the Liguria region, as well as sea fishing off the Italian coast. Information includes contacts for local fishing associations.

· Golf in Italy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information for the golfer on golfing in Liguria: the Italian Golf Federation, the requirements to play (the handicap system, medical certificates) with information on who to contact locally.

· Hunting in Italy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on hunting in Italy: it is regulated to protect flora and fauna; permits are issued to authorised people only, allowing them to hunt during the season in restricted areas. Find out about hunting law in Liguria.

· Skiing in Italy (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Practical information on skiing in the Italian Alps, Piedmont and other parts of Italy. The resorts, access, safety and other information relevant to anyone wanting to snowboard, ski, snowshoe walk or do Nordic cross-country skiing.

· Sports News (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
The latest sports news from around the world, courtesy of The AngloINFO Newsroom - from cricket and (various kinds of) football to motor racing and athletics.

· The Great Outdoors in Liguria (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on the national parks, nature reserves and locations for hiking, walking, mountain biking and other outdoor activities around Genoa, Imperia, Savon and La Spezia.

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Travel & Tourism

· Airport Hand Baggage Security Rules (The AngloFILE: Airlines, Scheduled Flights & Charter)
Since 2006 airport security rules have been tightened with regard to passengers' handbaggage and items (liquids and electronic equipment) that may be taken onboard. See this page for the current restrictions on flights in the EU, UK, US, and more.

· Bus Services in Liguria (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Details and contact information on the regional and city bus, tram and metro transport systems on the Italian Riviera.

· Holiday Accommodation Options (The AngloFILE: Hotels & Holiday Accommodation)
Taking a holiday in Liguria? Going on vacation to the Italian Riviera? Information on finding the right place to stay: self-catering accommodation, bed and breakfast, rural gite or cottage or budget hotel or backpacker accommodation, find out more.

· Italy - Facts & Figures (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
The core information on the people and their history, geography, politics, military, economy and statistics everyone needs to know about Italy, supplied by the CIA.

· Liguria & Genoa Airport Contacts (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
How to get in touch with the local commercial Airport in Liguria. Up-to-the minute flight information, links to taxis, lost property and airport information.

· Local Tourism Notes (The AngloFILE: Tourist Offices & Information)
Information relevant to the visitor to Liguria: where to go, what to do, when to do it throughout the Italian Riviera.

· Maps of Liguria (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Access to interactive maps of the region that let you get right down to the level of individual street addresses!

· Trains & Railways in Liguria (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
All you need to know about trains running in (or to and from) Liguria.

· Travel Guides - Italy (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Printed guides to the country in the AngloINFO Bookshop - buy online!

· Travel Guides - Liguria (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Printed guides to the area in the AngloINFO Bookshop - buy online!

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Yachts & Yachting

· Sailing & Boating in Italy & Liguria (The AngloFILE: Yachts & Yachting)
Information on the rules on boat licences and sailing permits, the sea safety recommendations, maritime weather and more, with details of the ports and harbours of the Italian Riviera coastline and links to local sailing associations.

· Yachting News (The AngloFILE: Yachts & Yachting)
The latest happenings from around the world of yachts and yachting - stories from media sources around the globe collated in The AngloINFO Newsroom.