Florence & Me

What an amazing time we had! I wish Florence was closer because we would spend each Christmas there if we could. We had memorable encounters, delicious food and friends around us that mean the world to us! Keep an eye out on our itineraries for September 2025. They are going to be epic!! Learn more about our upcoming retreats and events, sign up  ⁠here⁠  for our email list.

Thank you to all my listeners & supporters!! Buon Natale & Buon Anno Nuovo! This is my last episode of the year. Can't wait for 2024!!! To learn more about our upcoming retreats and events, sign up  ⁠here⁠  for our email list.

What do pharmacies have in Italy? Do I have to have travel medical insurance if I have to go to the hospital? Will I find my over the counter meds in Italy? Can I get my antibiotics in Italy? We will answer all these questions in this episode. Enjoy! Want to connect with Giulia? Find her website Urban Yolk  here . Watch her VLOG on her journey of moving from South Africa to Northern Italy with her...

Giulia and I discuss the common misconceptions of dining in Italy. We talk about water, wine, coperto, tipping and much more. Want to connect with Giulia? Find her website Urban Yolk here . Watch her VLOG on her journey of moving from South Africa to Northern Italy with her husband and 6 cats!! Yes 6! Youtube Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  Fill out this questionnaire  to connect about...

Planning a trip to Florence for Christmas?? Listen to this one! Listen to my latest episodes on The Clopen Effect: Part 1 Part 2 Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  Fill out this questionnaire  to connect about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing: Reserve by December 1, 2023, receive $175 off. Interested in a stress free, fully organized, all taken care of trip? ⁠ Fill out this questio...

I give you a recap of my amazing trip to Tuscany. I speak about the amazing collaborators I'm working with for our upcoming retreat. These experiences should not be missed. Enjoy! :) Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  Fill out this questionnaire  to connect about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing: Reserve by October 8, 2023, receive $200 off. Interested in a stress free, fully o...

I leave in a week for Florence and I wanted to tell you all the areas and places I can't to visit again. These are must sees when you are visiting Florence yourself. Il Duomo Santi Apostoli Piazza della Signoria Piazza Santo Spirito Sant'Ambrogio Piazzale Michelangelo Fiesole (where I studied and lived) Hope you enjoy this one! Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  Fill out this quest...

There's a new tourist visa starting in 2024. I talk about how much it is, who's it for, how does it work, etc. Stay tuned as the official date it will be active. Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  Fill out this questionnaire to connect about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing: Reserve by October 1, 2023, receive $200 off. Interested in a stress free, fully organized, all take...

This is a list that have items that not a lot of people think of. I like to give you practical things to bring while in Italy. I hope this helps you for your upcoming trip to Italy. Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024? Fill out this questionnaire so we can connect ⁠ about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing: Reserve by October 1, 2023, receive $200 off. Interested in a stress free, fully...

I go over all the details for our September 2024 retreat. We have an Early Bird Promo available until 7/31/23, when you book you get $300 off. Let's get you to Italy. Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  Hop on a call ⁠ with me to learn more about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing: Reserve by July 31st, 2023, receive $300 off. Interested in a stress free, fully organized, all take...

I've be thinking a lot about this word lately. Connection. How do you connect with the culture, people in a different country? What's your process when you visit a country? Do you research? Do you try to learn phrases to use? Well, I believe connection is what made my travels so much deeper for me. Hope you like this episode! Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  ⁠Hop on a call ⁠⁠ wit...

I start off with reminscing on my first paid vacation in 20 years. I'm serious. Then I mention how I'm consistently spread the word on Truly Italy and why we do. I've been interviewed now on 2 podcasts, wrote an article and yesterday 7/16/2023, I was at a local festival promoting my Tuscan Wine Tastings. So much fun stuff!! This episode talks about one of my favorite, small, quaint lit...

This episode is more fun trivia about things you can see on the streets of Florence. No need to pay a museum fee, just open your eyes and search for these hidden messages from the past. Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  ⁠Hop on a call ⁠⁠ with me to learn more about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing: Reserve by July 31st, 2023, receive $300 off. Interested in a stress free, fully or...

In this episode, I explain what is all included in our Tuscan Wine Tasting Parties. Also I toot my own horn sharing my first article published in a local magazine. You can read my article here . Want to sign up to host your own Tuscan Wine Tasting Party? Learn more here Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  ⁠Hop on a call ⁠⁠ with me to learn more about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing...

So many people make the mistake of packing too much, planning too many excursions and traveling to too many cities on a short trip. Here are my tips and questions to ask yourself when you are traveling to Italy for the first time or the 10th time. Ciao for now! Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  ⁠Hop on a call ⁠⁠ with me to learn more about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing: Reserve...

Everything you need to know about our upcoming retreat in September 2024. Dates September 7-14, 2024. Have more questions? Set up a Q&A Call with me here. Can't wait to have you on this amazing retreat! More to come! :) Want to be in Tuscany in September 2024?⁠  ⁠Hop on a call ⁠⁠ with me to learn more about our upcoming retreat. Early Bird pricing: Reserve by July 31st, 2023, receive $300...

There are many things you should keep an eye out for when looking for a restaurant in Italy. Listen to my tips so you don't get stuck eating really bad Italian food. To learn more about our FIRST FLORENCE RETREAT, sign up  here  for our email list. Want to plan a private Italy trip with family/friends? Contact me to setup a call. Want to shop with me at Savvi, lifestyle athleisure brand? Shop ...

I've been to so many beaches in Italy. I've narrowed down the ones I'd recommend visiting either by train or by car. Summer can't come soon enough. Enjoy! To learn more about our FIRST FLORENCE RETREAT and all other Tuscany Retreats, sign up  here  for our email list. Want to shop with me at Savvi, lifestyle athleisure brand? Shop  here . Ask me for a $25 giftcard before purchasing...

The Bartolini family created their wealth by putting others to sleep. Listen to the full episode to find out how. To learn more about our FIRST FLORENCE RETREAT and other Tuscany Travel Retreats, sign up  here  for our email list. Want to know where to eat in Florence? Shop my guides & itineraries here . Want to shop with me at Savvi, lifestyle athleisure brand? Shop  here . Ask me for a $25 g...

It's about time. I'm finally planning an amazing trip to Florence in July 2025. This trip will be for Florence Lovers who enjoy taking their time when they travel. I'll be in my element, in my city sharing all the amazing sights and stories with you. Our trip will be 9 days/10 nights. Enough time for you get rid of jet lag and ready to explore all what Florence has to offer. To learn m...

Cherrye & I have known each other through the blog world since 2006 ( we think). We've never actually met in person but we have been writing together, sharing our adventures of living in Italy on our own blogs. She has an amazing travel company called My Bella Vita Travel where she does Heritage Tours, Small Group Tours and and Custom Vacations. It was so great to have her on the podcast a...

Giulia is back for another discussion about towns that you NEED to visit. These are the ones we recommend. Buon Viaggio!! Northern Italy Como Caglio - Here's a link to the hiking trail Giulia spoke about : http://www.triangololariano.it/it/index.aspx Tuscany Stia Asciano- Il Poderino di Asciano was our favorite vacation spot: https://poderinodiasciano.it/en Want a free Florence Travel Guide? S...

I've visited most of these which I highly recommend. Others are on my list to explore and visit. Not all hilltowns are touristy, I've given you a mix of both. Volterra Cortona Certaldo Alto Pitigliano San Gimignano Pienza Want us to talk about your Italy question? Leave us a message : https://www.speakpipe.com/trulyitalytraveltips Want to be the first to know about our upcoming trips? http...

It's been a while. I've been busy with a women's conference, networking and much more. Truly Italy has amazing things coming our way. We'll be back soon with regular episodes.  Have a question for us? Send us a voicemail message, with your questions, travel queries, moving abroad, anything about Italy will do. https://www.speakpipe.com/trulyitalytraveltips Want to be in Tuscany in...

Should I travel abroad this year? Will I be affected by the war in Ukraine? I answer these questions and more about traveling to Europe this year.  You only live once, so I'd say plan your trip! Please consider donating to these amazing organizations!! International Rescue Committee- Help Ukrainians - https://help.rescue.org/donate/ukraine-acq?ms=ws_crisis_page_fy22_ukraine_mmus_feb&initi...