One of the few remaining secrets in Italy not yet invaded by mass tourism, Calabria has a unique charm, atmosphere and appeal. As a comparatively poor Italian region, the economic crisis didn’t really have much of an impact on Calabria and property prices aren’t prone to wild swings in either direction. Despite extraordinary natural beauty and what could be considered a taste of the ‘Real Italy’ now devoid elsewhere, demand for both short and long-term lets in Calabria remains minimal. Little to no English is spoken, which in turn limits investment potential for business purposes. The charm and beauty of Calabria, though, is undeniable.