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It’s Time for Turin Opulent royal residences, decadent chocolate, industrial manufacturing, outstanding food — it’s all here in Turin, tucked in the northwest corner of Italy. Contributing writer Kevin Raub dives into the foodie scene at renowned restaurants, explores the past and present of the Fiat factories, and wanders around former Savoy family palaces. There’s something for everyone here! From …
This article originally appeared in the December 2024/January 2025 issue of Dream of Italy. Asinara, a small island off the northern coast of Sardinia, is a former penal colony frozen in time. Hardly any inhabitants or construction have graced Asinara for more than 100 years, and as the island is now a national park, it remains wild. The former prison and …
This article originally appeared in the December 2024/January 2025 issue of Dream of Italy. It’s no secret that overtourism skyrocketed in 2024, both in Italy and in the rest of Europe. I made it my mission a few months ago to visit a few places that aren’t popular among most travelers, certainly Americans, and that were new to me. I …
This article originally appeared in the December 2024/January 2025 issue of Dream of Italy. From 1861 to 1865, Turin was the center of the Italian world. As the first capital of the newly reunited Kingdom of Italy (Rome originally fell outside the Kingdom’s borders), it was the seat of the country’s former royal family, House of Savoy (Casa Savoia). As …
This Editor’s Note originally appeared in the December 2024/January 2025 issue of Dream of Italy. Members receive access to more than 190 back issues—if you’re not a member, join here. Turin is surely Italy’s most unsung city. It has everything — rich culture, world-class museums, stunning views of the Alps and have I mentioned that Turin offers some of the …
This article originally appeared in the December 2024/January 2025 issue of Dream of Italy. Rome. When you visit, you want to be in the heart of it all. That’s one huge plus for the Singer Palace Hotel, sitting right on Via del Corso, a stone’s throw from great shopping and dining and easily walkable to the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, …
2025 How to Move to Italy Virtual Workshop Have you dreamed of spending more than a two-week vacation in Italy? Not sure where to start? Do you think you might want to move to Italy in the future and want to learn more? Especially about visas, real estate and tax implications? These are the questions we talk about in the …
If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring Europe, now is your chance to make it a reality! To celebrate the launch of the exciting new PBS series, Dream of Europe with Kathy McCabe, we’re giving you the chance to win a $20,000 European getaway, sponsored by Kensington Tours! Imagine strolling through historic streets, savoring world-class cuisine, and immersing yourself in breathtaking landscapes—all …
Join Kathy Live at the Travel & Adventure Show! Are you ready to uncover the secrets of traveling Europe (and Italy) off the beaten path? Kathy McCabe, host of the new PBS series Dream of Europe, is a keynote speaker at the Travel & Adventure Show in cities across the U.S.! Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Kathy’s expert tips …
A note from Kathy McCabe, host and founder of, Dream of Italy, and now Dream of Europe: Italy is my great love. France was my first love but the entire continent of Europe has always captivated me and I even majored in European Studies in college. Now I’m embracing my wanderlust with a new series Dream of Europe, premiering on …
