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Mar 30, 2026 20 min

The Village That Changed Everything

from Florence & Me Hosted by Katie Portanova

What is it really like to live in a small town in Tuscany, Italy? We went to a small town in Tuscany, Italy thinking it would simply be another place to explore… but what we found was something much deeper. In this episode, I’m sharing the story of our two weeks in a quiet Italian village—the slow mornings, the familiar faces, and the unexpected feeling of being welcomed in. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to experience slow travel in Italy, or what living in a small Italian town truly feels like, this episode gives you a glimpse beyond the typical tourist experience. Somewhere between shared meals, local conversations, and moments of stillness… something shifted. This episode is about more than a place. It’s about authentic travel in Italy, finding connection through culture, and what happens when you slow down enough to feel what you’ve been missing. Follow along on my blog: https://www.trulyitaly.tours/our-next-steps Want a slow week guide for Tuscany? get it here! Feeling overwhelmed about your upcoming trip? check out my 1:1 itinerary review sessions here. Get up to date on our moving plans in my newsletter: https://www.trulyitaly.tours/email-newsletter

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