Tante Belle Cose
Tante Belle Cose, an Italy Travel podcast
Episode 1: Welcome to Tante Belle Cose, an Italy travel podcast
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Episode 1: Welcome to Tante Belle Cose, an Italy travel podcast

Every Wednesday, Italy travel advice, immersive stories, and live Trip Consultations

In the inaugural episode, I’ll preview three types of episodes: 1) practical travel advice from Italy experts, 2) engaging stories that enrich the travel experience, and 3) trip consultations recorded at Red Sauce Studios in Manhattan’s Little Italy, home of the Italian American Podcast.

Additionally, I’ll introduce our new Italy Trip Planning Community for subscribers. I will moderate it with weekly opportunities for questions, resources, and post-episode discussions with me and other subscribers.

All episodes of Tante Belle Cose are free, but our community is paid, so I can give your questions the attention they deserve and ensure you get the best advice possible.

Show Notes

I discuss how social media algorithms shape our travel experiences, oversaturating popular destinations and leading to over-tourism. I outline the three types of episodes. The first is advice-driven discussions, where I will invite my favorite friends and colleagues in Italy to share tips and ideas.

The second is in-depth storytelling inspired by Anthony Bourdain. Expect to hear untold stories about Italy's lesser-known destinations so you can experience sightseeing and meaningful interactions that will reveal Italy’s magic. These episodes are designed to make you fall in love with places you never even knew you wanted to visit.

Finally, listeners can apply for a live trip consultation with me in New York City this November, December, and January. I’ll be posting a call for applications soon.

00:00 Welcome to Tante Belle Cose

00:30 The Birth of Tante Belle Cose

00:46 The Problem with Modern Travel Media

01:52 Overtourism and Its Consequences

03:24 The True Essence of Italy

04:19 Experiencing Italy's Less Well-Known Destinations

05:38 The Future of Travel and Overcoming Overtourism

06:22 What to Expect from Tante Belle Cose

07:32 Stories to Inspire Your Italian Journey

13:21 Join Our Italy Travel Community

14:55 Stay Connected and Subscribe

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Tante Belle Cose
Tante Belle Cose, an Italy Travel podcast
This Italy travel podcast blends immersive stories with practical advice, offering listeners inspiration for their next adventure and expert tips for planning the best trip possible. Some episodes focus on advice to help you navigate Italy's culture, food, wine, and history, while others tell rich stories that bring Italy to life and help guide your future travels. Subscribers also access a travel community moderated by host Danielle Oteri, where trusted recommendations and ideas are shared to enhance your Italy experience.