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523: A Magical Journey of Transformation and Connection in Italy
Today, we’re diving into the transformative power of life in Italy, how traveling has impacted us, and how this journey has been nothing short of magical and eye-opening. There are so many experiences in Florence that we can’t wait to share with you. But it’s not just about the places we visit or the things we do there; it’s about personal growth. You will experience the unexpected as you are immersed in the art, food, and history here. We also explore the beauty of Florence and the profound connections we forged with each other during our trip. Listening to passionate chefs speak about their craft made us feel truly alive.…
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520: Your Path to Moving to Italy
We’re diving into the adventure of moving to Italy, sharing our own experiences and some valuable logistical tips to make your Italian dream a reality. First, we discuss the logistics and visa requirements for moving to Italy. Kim and I have had the pleasure of working with an immigration attorney to build a course to help guide you through the legal aspects of moving to Italy. In this episode, Kim provides a high-level overview of the visa options as well as paths to citizenship. Consulates have strict requirements for visa applications, so you’ll need to come prepared to avoid complications. Speaking from our own journey, we talk about the cultural…
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Travel Can Change You, If You Let It
When people heard that Rob and I would travel to Mykonos every summer, year after year and stay two, three and even four weeks, they’d always ask a version of one question “Don’t you get bored?”. Or, even something like, “I’ve been on a cruise, saw everything there was to see in a day. How could you possibly stay a month?”. Our answer, “We like an immersive experiences when we travel, not just seeing the sights.” For us, a month in Mykonos allowed us time to truly relax, visit local farms, be beach bums and actually unwind and be on holiday. It took us out of day-to-day life, exposed us…
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495: Fighting for My Dream Life – My Interview with Chris Harder
Kim and I have been sharing our journey on this podcast, bits and pieces spread between various episodes. However, I recently had the opportunity to share my story in depth while being interviewed by my friend Chris Harder for his podcast. I feel that the way Chris structured the interview and crafted his questions allowed me to express my story in such a relatable and clear way. Since the release of the episode, I have received overwhelmingly positive feedback so I wanted to share this with all of you to create a deeper connection with you! I hope this episode will help you better understand my vision to help others…
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Life Lesson from Italy: The Art of the Long Lunch
Il Riposo – The Long Lunch The Italians know that one of the most important rituals of humanity, longevity of life and true fulfillment is eating together. The riposo or long lunch with family/friends is a tradition, if not an art form in Italy. The riposo is essentially the Italian equivalent of a siesta, a midday break when shops close and workers go home to have a long lunch or even take a refreshing nap before heading back out to finish their day. Long lunches are an integral part of local culture and are not compromised by obligations such as work. This may puzzle or annoy the American arriving at…
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Finding Our La Dolce Vita in Florence
La Dolce Vita translates to The Sweet Life. This phrase came from the iconic Fellini movie of the same name that depicted life in 1950’s Rome. Today, la dolce vita is an expression used to describe a life full of beauty and pleasures. It means a life of music, love, good music and food. I came to Florence at 16 during a school trip and instantly felt a special energy, almost like I was home. At such a young age, I couldn’t really process or understand the feeling I had walking these ancient cobblestone streets. Unknowingly, one of the photos that I took of a sunset over the Arno River…
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Why Travel with Young Kids
Travel with young kids isn’t easy. There, I said it. It’s funny to me when I post about traveling with our daughter Sofia, the comments that I get. When she was three years-old, we took her to South Africa. I remember getting a comment like, “Why do this now, why not go when she’s old enough to remember it.” I responded, “Sofia remembering it, is not my priority.” Here’s why: Basically, every expert in the world of children development agrees, the first years are the most important in life of every child as they set the basis for overall success in life. Think about what you do/did with your little…
