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Ilene and Gary Modica from Our Italian Journey - ouritalianjourney.com

Discover Italy

Living in Italy has changed the way we see the world. We travel deeper, appreciate more, and share every hidden corner with you — one story at a time.

Bacio: The Italian Kiss, what you should know, ouritalianjourney.com
General Info Italy

Bacio: The Italian Kiss, Sounds of a Romantic Language

Updated on March 25, 2025September 21, 20234 Comments on Bacio: The Italian Kiss, Sounds of a Romantic Language
Italian Cuisine Quiz, test your knowledge with us, ouritalianjourney.com
Food Italy Quiz

Italian Cuisine Quiz: Test Your Knowledge With Some Fun

Updated on November 24, 2024September 14, 202337 Comments on Italian Cuisine Quiz: Test Your Knowledge With Some Fun
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Travel authorization program, ETIAS implementing in 2024
Europe General Info Travel Tips

Travel Authorization Program- Who Will Require ETIAS? Begins in 2024

Updated on March 24, 2025September 7, 20239 Comments on Travel Authorization Program- Who Will Require ETIAS? Begins in 2024
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beautiful island of Elba in Tuscany, Italy. ouritalianjourney.com
Central Italy Italy

The Island of Elba: Our First Adventure to Tuscany’s Treasure

Updated on March 24, 2025August 31, 202312 Comments on The Island of Elba: Our First Adventure to Tuscany’s Treasure
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Cooking pasta and the 10 Commandmants you should follow - ouritalianjourney.com
Food General Info

Cooking Pasta: Know the 10 Commandments

Updated on March 24, 2025August 24, 202316 Comments on Cooking Pasta: Know the 10 Commandments
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Festival Verdi when in Parma, Italy is a must, ouritalianjourney.com
General Info Italy Northern Italy

Exciting Festival Verdi in October | Parma, Italy

Updated on April 15, 2025August 17, 20237 Comments on Exciting Festival Verdi in October | Parma, Italy
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Inforamtion for your trip to the Last Supper in Milan, Italy, ouritalianjourney.com
Italy Northern Italy

Da Vinci’s Last Supper: Masterpiece in Milan-Our Incredible Visit

Updated on November 24, 2024August 3, 202310 Comments on Da Vinci’s Last Supper: Masterpiece in Milan-Our Incredible Visit
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The Dolomites in Italy, our exciting outdoor adventure experience, ouritalianjourney.com
Italy Northern Italy

The Dolomites in Italy | Our Exciting Experience

Updated on November 24, 2024July 20, 202310 Comments on The Dolomites in Italy | Our Exciting Experience
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Use our guide to help plan your trip to Portugal
Europe Portugal Travel Tips

Amazing Portugal | Our Awesome Trip & Tips

Updated on November 24, 2024June 22, 20234 Comments on Amazing Portugal | Our Awesome Trip & Tips
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Find out why you shouldn't wash a Moka Pot with Soap - ouritalianjourney.com
Food General Info

Never Wash a Moka Pot With Soap

Updated on November 26, 2024June 8, 20238 Comments on Never Wash a Moka Pot With Soap
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Behind the scenes in Venice - things to know about Venice - ouritalianjourney.com
Italy Northern Italy

Behind the Scenes in Venice

Updated on November 24, 2024May 25, 20234 Comments on Behind the Scenes in Venice
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Grazie Mille!

Our first book, “Our Italian Journey,” was written during our year in Italy experiencing the seducing charm of the country. We share a vivid picture of life in Italy in our first-ever book. Let us be your guide to the most beautiful places in Italy. Available on Amazon.

Now this well-received book is an audiobook narrated by us. Please use our referral link for the US to get Audible.

Did you know we now live in Lucca? How we got here is the subject of our second book, “When Your Heart Finds Its Home,” also available on Amazon.

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