Experience Italy with Friends is a travel and lifestyle podcast where we will explore our favorite destinations and hidden gems, share key travel tips and cultural insights, and provide real-time updates about our new life in this remarkable country. Join Italy travel expert, Tanya Raso, and her Italian husband and producer, Davide Raso, on a journey that is sure to inspire you and prepare you to create immersive and authentic experiences of your own in beautiful Italy. Make sure to subscrib ...
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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 overwhelming if you don’t plan it right. So, in this episode, we’ll help you think through some of the big questions: Should you go? Where should you base yourself? How long should you stay? …
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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 better. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the many, many reasons that autumn is such an incredible time to visit Italy, from the harvest festivals and cozy comfort foods to the gol…
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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 where life happens. It’s where you start your day with a quick espresso or cappuccino, and where you wind down with friends over a spritz before dinner. We’ll take you from the his…
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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 visiting this stretch of Campania since 2009, and every visit deepens our love for its sun-drenched cliffs, pastel towns, and islands that have captivated emperors and movie stars al…
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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 now, a year later, did we actually find it? Today, we’re reflecting on that journey, and we’re joined by a special guest who helped us turn our dream into a reality - Samantha Wilson …
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It’s Mid-August in Italy… the beaches are packed, the cities are quiet, and lunch might just last all afternoon. This week we’re diving into Ferragosto — where it comes from, how Italians celebrate, and why it’s the perfect excuse to slow down and savor summer. We’ll also share a few updates on the 2025 travel season, including how the Jubilee has …
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In today’s episode, we’re heading north, way north, to the Alps for an epic adventure. And, joining us are two very special guests: our son, Luca Raso, and his girlfriend, Molly Ricker. They’ve just returned from completing the legendary Tour du Mont Blanc, a 170-kilometer trek that winds through France, Italy and Switzerland. They will share their…
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Today, we're taking you to one of our absolute favorite places in Tuscany — Siena, a city steeped in medieval history and tradition. We’ve been visiting Siena for over 25 years, and somehow, it never loses its magic. But there’s one event that makes Siena truly come alive — the Palio. It’s wild, passionate, and deeply rooted in tradition. In this e…
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Today’s episode is all about our recent adventure to the island of Sardinia. I say adventure, because it was definitely not a relaxing vacation! It was 10 days spent touring the island from north to south and packing in as much fun and culture as possible. Sardinia has been evolving from an undiscovered island to a luxury coastal hotspot to an auth…
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In today’s episode, we talk about our life here in Italy so far. It’s been 9 months since we made the big leap over the pond, and we thought it was a good time to reflect and provide an update. Has it been everything we dreamed it would be? Is it even better? What have been some of the challenges? Press play and find out! Resources: Get Inspired | …
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Today’s episode is all about Italy’s calcio culture – also known as football or soccer depending on where you are from. Calcio is the most popular sport in the world and that also holds true in Italy with over 1.4 million registered players and over 14,000 teams. But Calcio is more than a sport in Italy, it’s almost a religion or a cult depending o…
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In today’s episode, we’re heading south to the region of Campania. While most known for its breathtaking Amalfi Coast, the region is also popular for its charming islands that lie west of the mainland in the Tyrrhenian Sea. You’ve likely heard of the jet-set island of Capri, but we’re going to focus on the lesser known, but larger, island of Ischia…
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In today’s episode, we’ll talk about the metropolitan city of Milan and the beautiful area of Lake Como. While the two destinations couldn’t be more different, they are often side-by-side in an itinerary for visiting the region of Lombardy. We’ll discuss everything you need to know to get the most out of these destinations during your trip to Italy…
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Spring has sprung here in Italy, so today's episode is all about La Primavera! We’ll discuss what Italy has to offer visitors during these spring months including: The weather and typical spring foods, Important holidays and key events, and Cultural traditions It’s a fun and energizing season and we can’t wait to talk about it! Resources: Get Inspi…
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Today's episode showcases the beautiful coast of the Italian Riviera along the Ligurian Sea. This coastal area has been one of our favorites in all of Italy since 1997 as it has charming, colorful fishing villages, beautiful beaches with clear-blue water as well as mountain cliffs and parks. It’s the perfect destination for relaxation and sea life,…
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Today we explore the most eaten Italian food in the world – Pizza! Everyone loves pizza – “that’s amore!” There is so much to learn about pizza, and we talk about: The history and the birthplace of pizza, Pizza toppings and pizza dough, The various styles of Italian pizzas, Italy’s pizza culture, and How it compares to the pizza found in the United…
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EP12 Italy's Wine Culture (feat. Alfonso Aiello)
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Today's episode is inspired by the fact that we now live in the heart of wine country. Wine is the foundation and essence of Montepulciano and, quite honestly, it is an integral part of the Italian lifestyle across the country. After all, it’s produced in all 20 regions. Today’s episode is special in that we have our first guest speaker, Alfonso Ai…
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If you’ve been following our story, you’re aware that we’ve been on a journey since last September to find a place to call home and begin our new life here in Italy. This first episode of 2025 is dedicated to our third and final trial location in Tuscany – the beautiful hilltop medieval village of Castiglion Fiorentino. This area of Tuscany was rel…
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Our final episode of the year showcases the southeast corner of the region of Tuscany known as the Val d’Orcia. The countryside area is quintessential Tuscany as it is made up of charming medieval hill towns and rolling hills dotted with cypress trees, farmhouses, vineyards and olive groves. It’s magical! We’ve been in love with this area of Tuscan…
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Before we head into the holiday season, we thought this week’s episode would be a great time to talk about planning your 2025 dream trip to Italy. Make use of that quality time with family and friends to talk all about it! You may also have heard that the Vatican is hosting a little event called the Jubilee in 2025, so we’ll first discuss how that …
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This week's episode is inspired by the fact that since we’ve moved to Italy, we’ve been doing a lot of travel all over the country – a true planes, trains, and automobiles life! We answer the most frequently asked questions about how to most efficiently and economically get around the country – both within cities and between cities. It’s an episode…
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This week's episode showcases the charming Tuscan city of Pistoia. It's an historical city in the northwestern part of the region that we discovered almost exactly a year ago when we began our search for potential cities to live. It was love at first sight and it quickly made our short list! We've now lived in Pistoia for a month and can't wait to …
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This week's episode is dedicated to answering the most frequently asked questions I receive from my clients as their travel advisor. We’ll discuss the key topics and tips needed to help prepare you for your trip as well as keep you comfortable during your travels. This includes: Booking flights, passports and visa information Travel insurance and c…
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Since we've spent the first two weeks of our new life in Italy in Calabria, this episode is dedicated to this beautiful region in the south of Italy. We discuss our personal connection to the region, provide a brief history of Calabria, and showcase what Calabria has to offer from a tourist point of view. Resources: Get Inspired | Discover our Trip…
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Today's episode is for those considering a move to Italy or those just interested or curious to hear about our journey to achieve "La Dolce Vita". We talk about: why we decided to move to Italy the process we went through to evaluate the requirements and prepare for the move, and our first week living here in Calabria. It’s been a long and crazy jo…
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Today's episode is about our favorite topic and a key reason we're moving to Italy -the food! And more specifically, eating in Italy. Food and sharing meals and food with family and friends is the foundation of Italian culture - it's truly their love language. To help prepare you for an amazing food experience in Italy, we'll discuss: • Italian mea…
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Ciao to all of our new amici (friends)! Welcome to our very first podcast episode of Experience Italy with Friends - a travel and lifestyle podcast where we will explore our favorite destinations and hidden gems, share key travel tips and cultural insights, and provide real-time updates about our new life in this remarkable country. In this episode…
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EP2 Start Planning Your Trip To Italy
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Today we're excited to talk about starting to plan a trip to Italy and answer some key questions: • when to go • where to go • how much time to spend there While there is never a bad time to go and every region in Italy is wonderful, we'll share with you our insights and personal favorites. Resources: Get Inspired | Discover our Trip Planning Servi…
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Discover this brand new podcast for your next travel to Italy, hosted by Italy travel expert, Tanya Raso, and her producer and Italian husband, Davide Raso. Experience Italy with Friends is a travel and lifestyle podcast where we will explore our favorite destinations and hidden gems, share key travel tips and cultural insights, and provide real-ti…
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