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

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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.

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Retirement Travel in Italy: Valuable Budget Tips and Ideas

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Monteriggioni, a hidden gem in Tuscany - ouritalianjourney.com
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Discover Monteriggioni |  Learn More About the Hidden Town

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What is a Spritz and how is it made? This refreshing cocktail is delicious - ouritalianjourney.com
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What’s a Spritz? How It’s Made & Why Italians Love It

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Our Best of Italy Two-week itinerary to see the most iconic sites and cities - ouritalianjourney.com
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The Best of Italy Two-Week Trip Itinerary

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The Vasari Corridor was the Medici family's secret passageway that is now open to the public. - ouritalianjourney.com
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The Vasari Corridor: The Medici’s Secret Passageway Now Open

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when in Rome, here are 17 top must-see sites.
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17 Amazing Sites to Check Out When in Rome

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Do you know why and how you pay Italy's tourist tax?
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Italy’s Tourist Tax: What You Need to Know in 2025

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Transportation in Italy, we have a guide to all, ouritalianjourney.com
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Transportation in Italy: How to Get Around

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Italian citizenship law 2025 changes - ouritalianjourney.com
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NEW Law Changes for Italian Citizenship: Decree-Law No. 36/2025

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Decoding “SSSS” on Your Boarding Pass | How to Handle

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Understanding the bathrooms in Italy - ouritalianjourney.com
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Bathrooms in Italy- Guiding Your Way to Their Quirkiness

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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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