New Year's Island Escape

Start 2008 right. December 28, 2007 - January 2, 2008. Join us to celebrate this New Year in style. You will experience a 5-day holiday like no other and come home with a definite glow that your hungover friends can only envy.

As soon as you arrive in Sardinia, we will whisk you along the stunning coastal road to Bosa. You will be surrounded by wild, untouched nature that will take your breath away. Start the day with a brisk early-morning walk along the beach and feel the sun warming your face. No matter what your dream for Italy, this trip will take you from ideas to action and you will come away with firmed up plans and a 'not if but when' mentality'.

You will be staying at the beautiful three-star hotel Corte Fiorita located in the heart of the old town centre. Sardinians are famed throughout Italy for their hospitality and the architect owner and his wife will treat you like long-lost friends. Think frothy cappuccinos and pastries for breakfast, and lunch and wine-fuelled dinners at different restaurants around town. New Year's Eve you will have a festive dinner unlike any other

Get ready to experience the best kept secrets of Mediterranean living. Imagine eating freshly-caught seafood and drinking crisp white wine while basking in the gorgeous surroundings of this unknown corner of paradise. The rugged landscape, mountains and pure sea air will inspire, refresh and motivate you. You will leave Sardinia knowing exactly what you want to achieve in Italy and have the new-found enthusiasm and confidence to get there.

You will feel like you have stepped back in the time once you have seen what the historical gem Bosa has to offer. In between group brainstorming sessions, mentoring sessions with Emma and Mario and energetic walks and bike rides, there is lots for you to do. Visit the 1,000-year-old castle, walk the narrow cobblestone streets in the centro storico and visit the ancient tanneries. The combination of good food, mentoring and exercise will set you up to achieve your Italian dreams.

Places limited. Sign up now. Email us at events@howtoitaly.com.

Price of the New Year Island Escape includes: accomodation, food, daily activities and gala New Year's Eve dinner. Price £590. Early Bird discount: £490. Share a room with a friend or partner. Price £490. Early bird discount £390. Early Bird discounts and registrations by September 25, 2007. Final payment December 1, 2007.

Emma Bird is a writer and mentor and works with clients all over the world. She listens. She cares. And she'll show you how to empower your Italy dreams whatever they may be. Whether you want to au-pair, work in the corporate sector, teach English or become a journalist, Emma has been there and done that and will teach you the tricks of the trade.

Mario Berri is former senior manager and now has a portfolio of clients including those quoted on the Italian stock exchange. He knows what it feels like to be on the first rung of the career ladder in Italy and also what it's like to move to a foreign country for work. He is big-hearted, warm and generous and will do everything it takes to propel you on your journey to starting your career in Italy. He is motivational, knowledgeable and also an entrepreneur. He is an accountant and owns multiple businesses, too.

Everyone is always contacting us about living and working in Italy. Each week, we receive hundreds of emails from people of all different backgrounds and countries asking us about moving over to the Bel Paese.

Because we each come from different backgrounds, we've combined our knowledge to help as many people as possible to make the move. It's not an easy task to leave your family and friends and move abroad, but if you're prepared and motivated, you will most likely come away with one of the best experiences of your life time.

Moving to Italy is not for everyone. You have to be ready, and you have to have what it takes. Some people have the motivation and willingness to move, but that isn't enough. There are certain steps you must take to truly be a success working and living in the Bel Paese.

That's why we're here: Our team comes from different backgrounds, occupations and walks of life. Combined, we are Italians, expats, and those prepping for our move to the Italy. Our job experience includes senior management, accountanting, English teaching, journalism, and marketing.

We've also had the track record and experience helping others successfully move to the Bel Paese. If you're ready, and have what it takes, we can add you to that list.