This article originally appeared in the August/September 2021 issue of Dream of Italy. As we return to Italy, those looking for new hotel and villa experiences have some exciting Instagram-worthy options, from traditional Italian luxury to quirky urban retreats to restored family homes. These new offerings—from Piedmont in the north to Puglia in the south, from Rome to Florence to …
New Place to Stay in Rome: The Hoxton
This is one of the featured properties in the article Nine New Places to Stay in Italy that appeared in the August/September 2021 issue of Dream of Italy. The Hoxton Rome has opened in Parioli, the chic neighborhood within walking distance of Villa Borghese, as the latest location for the British hotel chain known for affordable hospitality with a clubby …
New Place to Stay in Tuscany: Borgo di Sotto (August/September 2021)
This is one of the featured properties in the article Nine New Places to Stay in Italy that appeared in the August/September 2021 issue of Dream of Italy. Nestled in the tiny Tuscan village of Montefollonico is Borgo di Sotto, a three-story 12th-century townhouse thoughtfully and sustainably restored by the family that has owned it for over a century. This …
August/September 2021: Ascoli Piceno, New Hotels, Modern Dining in Naples
Ascoli Piceno: Towers, Travertine and Olives With Renaissance palazzi, art-festooned churches, more towers than San Gimignano and a piazza heralded as one of Italy’s most beautiful, Ascoli Piceno lacks nothing, except for crowds. You might be drawn to this city in Le Marche by the travertine skyline but you will stay for the fritto misto and olive all’ascolana, Ascoli’s glorious …
Discovering a Life of Bella Figura in Italy
This article originally appeared in the April 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Find Kamin’s tips for Florence here. Join Kathy McCabe and Kamin on Facebook Live on November 17th for a Dream of Italy Book Club Meeting discussing Bella Figura: How to Live, Love and Eat the Italian Way. RSVP here! Kamin Mohammadi has lived what sounds like a fairy …
Editor’s Note: August/September 2021 Dream of Italy Issue
This Editor’s Note originally appeared in the August/September 2021 issue of Dream of Italy. Members receive access to more than 180 back issues—if you’re not a member, join here. Throughout this strange time in the world, I’ve always felt that Italy is poised for another Renaissance, a re-birth. I’m thrilled to report that despite the state of things, in this …
Sarah Centrella: Bringing Bambini to Italy
This article originally appeared in the June/July 2021 issue of Dream of Italy. Join Dream of Italy as a member to access this issue and 180+ back issues. Master life coach and bestselling author Sarah Centrella believes that we have the power to manifest our dreams. While she has manifested a number of dreams including two bestselling books (#Futureboards and Hustle …
Amy Parsons: Curating Italian Beauty Online at Mozziafiato
This article originally appeared in the June/July 2021 issue of Dream of Italy. For a limited time, you can not only join (or renew) Dream of Italy (with access to 180 back issues covering travels to every corner of Italy plus ideas on making your Italian dream come true by starting a business or moving to Italy) but you will also …
June/July 2021: New Life in Umbria, Family Travel Tips
Ellen Craig: New Life and Love in UmbriaEllen began dreaming of Italy at age 8 when she started teaching herself Italian. She started making her dream come true in earnest by renovating a house in Umbria, then came a permanent move, love and a new tourism business. Amy Parsons: Curating Italian Beauty OnlineAmy made a very cool Covid pivot from …
Editor’s Note: June/July 2021 Dream of Italy Issue
This Editor’s Note originally appeared in the June/July 2021 issue of Dream of Italy. Members receive access to more than 180 back issues—if you’re not a member, join here. Our recent issue profiling amazing souls who have made each of their own dream of Italy come true has been one of our most popular issues! So due to the chord …