Experience Italy With Friends

EP43 Italy Travel Tips

After helping dozens of travelers explore Italy this year, we're reflecting on the experiences, surprises and valuable lessons that stood out along the way. From unexpect

EP42 Escape to Italy's Beaches

When you picture a trip to Italy, chances are you’re thinking about Rome, Florence, Venice, Tuscany and all the places you want to explore. But what about simply going to

EP41 Renovating an Historic Palazzo in Tuscany

Buying and renovating a historic home in Tuscany sounds pretty romantic. And parts of it absolutely have been. But behind the dream are contractors, permits, crooked wall

EP40 Italian for Travelers

In this episode, we're doing something a little different and sharing some practical Italian for travelers. You absolutely do not need to speak fluent Italian to have an

EP39 Is Travel Insurance Worth It?

Today’s episode is about a topic that may not sound quite as exciting as wandering through Rome or sipping wine in Tuscany… but it’s one that comes up constantly in my co

EP38 The Magic of Florence

In this episode, we’re finally diving into one of Italy’s most iconic cities - Florence. While it’s known as the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to some of the wo

EP37 Do Italy Your Way

Planning a trip to Italy can feel exciting… but also overwhelming. With so much information out there, from social media to well-meaning advice from friends, it’s easy t

EP36 Our Journey Across Matera & Puglia

In this episode, we’re heading south to a part of Italy that many travelers don’t get to right away, but once you do, it stays with you. Our journey through Matera and P

EP35 Cycling Through Italy

Cycling is deeply woven into Italian culture, from legendary races like the Giro d’Italia to the quiet countryside roads that wind through vineyards, olive groves, and hi

EP34 Italy's Liquid Gold: Olive Oil

Today we’re diving into something found on every table, in every kitchen, and deeply woven into Italian culture. Italy’s liquid gold: olive oil. After touring a frantoi

EP33 Venice City of Wonder

We’re kicking off Season 3 with a destination that almost everyone dreams about but one that also raises a lot of questions: Venice. It’s a city built on water, filled w

EP32 Inside Italian Food Culture

Today, as our season finale, we’re talking about our favorite topic, FOOD! But not just what’s on the plate. Italian cuisine is deeply tied to history, family, and daily

EP31 Italy's Olympic Spotlight

Today we’re diving into something exciting happening here in Italy — the 2026 Winter Olympics. And this is not your typical Olympics. Milano and Cortina are sharing host

EP30 Rediscovering Piemonte

Today, we’re excited to take you somewhere elegant, delicious, a little mysterious… a region that’s been part of our story since the very beginning of our relationship.

EP29 Things That Make You Go Hmmm...

Living abroad means constantly discovering things that make you pause, smile, and sometimes scratch your head — those little cultural quirks that make Italy so wonderfull

EP28 When in Rome...

Today, we’re heading to one of the most iconic cities in the world, Rome - The Eternal City. It’s a must-see for most travelers to Italy, but it can also feel overwhelmi

EP27 FALL(ing) for ITALY

Fall has officially arrived in Italy, and with it comes a whole new kind of magic. The crowds thin out, the air turns crisp, and the food… well, it somehow gets even bett

EP26 Bar Time, Italian Style!

Today, we’re talking about something that’s at the heart of daily life here in Italy: the bar. And no, not the kind of bar you might be thinking of! In Italy, the bar is

EP25 The Amalfi Coast & Beyond!

Today we’re taking you to one of our favorite corners of Italy: the Amalfi Coast along with the neighboring treasures of Naples, Sorrento, Capri and beyond. We’ve been v

EP24 Make The Smart Move To Italy

This episode is extra special because it marks one full year since we made the leap and moved to Italy in search of la dolce vita. But what does that really mean? And no