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      • 2016 90-Day Adventure | Parma
      • 2012 Amazing Adventure Through Italy
      • 2010 Adventure – Amazing Through Italy
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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.

Top 12 things to do in Florence, Italy - ouritalianjourney.com
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Top 12 Things To Do in Florence

Updated on August 17, 2025June 4, 20227 Comments on Top 12 Things To Do in Florence
Driving a vintage Fiat 500 through Tuscany, a great experience - ouritalianjourney.com
Central Italy General Info Italy

Thrilling Day Driving a Vintage Fiat 500 in Tuscany

Updated on March 24, 2025May 19, 20224 Comments on Thrilling Day Driving a Vintage Fiat 500 in Tuscany
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A great day spent in Panzano, Italy at Dario Cecchini's - ouritalianjourney.com
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Dario: The Man, The Legend, My Hero

Updated on November 23, 2024May 5, 20224 Comments on Dario: The Man, The Legend, My Hero
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Doors of Italy, my obsession and passion, ouritalianjourney.com
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Doors in Italy: My Obsession

Updated on March 24, 2025April 21, 20228 Comments on Doors in Italy: My Obsession
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Guinigi Tower in Lucca, Italy is a must thing to do! ouritalianjourney.com
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Guinigi Tower | Lucca’s Beautiful Landmark

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Montalcino - famous wine and beautiful town - ouritalianjourney.com
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Montalcino | Discovering the Beautiful Hill Town and Famous Wine

Updated on November 23, 2024March 10, 20228 Comments on Montalcino | Discovering the Beautiful Hill Town and Famous Wine
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Uffizi Gallery Museum in Florence - ouritalianjourney.com
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Uffizi Gallery Museum | It’s Famous Worldwide

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Dried pasta Fresh Pasta - Which is better? ouritalianjourney.com
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Dried vs Fresh Pasta | Which is Better?

Updated on November 23, 2024February 10, 20227 Comments on Dried vs Fresh Pasta | Which is Better?
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Important things to do before you travel - ouritalianjourney.com
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Top 12 Important Things Before Traveling Overseas

Updated on November 23, 2024January 27, 20226 Comments on Top 12 Important Things Before Traveling Overseas
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The Carmine (Mercato) in Lucca, Italy - ouritalianjourney.com
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Relaunching the Beautiful Carmine, Lucca

Updated on March 27, 2025January 20, 20228 Comments on Relaunching the Beautiful Carmine, Lucca
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Special in Lucca, Buccellato Bread, recipe included - ouritalianjourney.com
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What is Buccellato di Lucca? Ancient Bread Recipe

Updated on November 23, 2024January 13, 202213 Comments on What is Buccellato di Lucca? Ancient Bread Recipe
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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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