Of the many depopulated Italian towns to launch bargain ... that it’s been nicknamed “Italy’s Little America.” But according to the town’s mayor Giuseppe Cacioppo, this US buyer trend ...

The picturesque mountain town of Ollolai sits on island of Sardinia ... The 'bring life back' campaign was created to appeal to American expats, according to Ollolai Mayor Fransisco Columbu.

Sambuca di Sicilia's $1 home scheme, once dominated by American buyers, now sees increasing Italian interest, rejuvenating the town and fostering a revival of rural Italy's abandoned properties.

So a day or two of complete contrast – a trip to a tranquil, traditional Italian town stuffed with cultural treasures, and where tourists are a rarity – can add another delightful dimension to ...