Episodes

Bringing Your Pet to Italy? Here’s What You Need to Know
March 26, 2025

Bringing Your Pet to Italy? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’ve ever wondered what life in Italy is like with a pet—this episode is for you. Hey, it’s Samantha, and in today’s episode of A New Life in Italy , we’re talking all about bringing your furry (or feathery!) family memb...
How To Plan A Property Buying Trip To Italy
March 12, 2025

How To Plan A Property Buying Trip To Italy

Alright, let’s get real about buying property in Italy. In this episode of A New Life in Italy , I’m breaking down exactly how to plan a successful property viewing trip—because trust me, just showing up and hoping for the be...
How to Save Big on Taxes as a New Resident in Italy
March 5, 2025

How to Save Big on Taxes as a New Resident in Italy

iao, my friends! If you've been dreaming about moving to Italy but keep hearing horror stories about high taxes—take a deep breath and stick with me. Because today, I’m breaking down some incredible tax breaks that most peopl...
Taking the Leap—How Tanya & Davide Moved to Italy and Built a New Life
Feb. 26, 2025

Taking the Leap—How Tanya & Davide Moved to Italy and Built a New Life

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, One day, I’ll move to Italy ? You’ve got the dream, but maybe you’re waiting for the perfect moment—retirement, more savings, or just the right timing. Well, today’s episode is going to...
The Hard Road to Italy: One family's battle for the Digital Nomad Visa
Feb. 12, 2025

The Hard Road to Italy: One family's battle for the Digital Nomad Visa

Moving to Italy is a dream for so many people—but let’s be real, getting here isn’t always smooth sailing. Italian bureaucracy is a beast of its own, and whether it’s consulates, comune offices, or the questura, every office ...
From Toronto to Torino: How One Canadian Took the Leap to Live in Italy
Jan. 29, 2025

From Toronto to Torino: How One Canadian Took the Leap to Live in Italy

In this episode of A New Life in Italy, I’m diving into the thrilling, sometimes nerve-wracking experience of packing up your life and moving to Italy. Hi, I’m Samantha Wilson, and today, I’m joined by Vanessa Reid, a Canadia...
Elective Residency Visa vs. Investor Visa—Which Is Right for You
Jan. 22, 2025

Elective Residency Visa vs. Investor Visa—Which Is Right for You

Hey there! It’s Samantha here, and today we’re diving into a question I hear all the time: Should you go for the Elective Residency Visa or the Investor Visa when moving to Italy? Whether you’re planning to retire under the T...
3 Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Elective Residency Visa
Jan. 15, 2025

3 Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Elective Residency Visa

Hey there! Welcome to Season 3 of A New Life in Italy ! I’m Samantha Wilson, and I couldn’t be more excited to kick off this season with a topic that’s on so many of your minds: the Elective Residency Visa (ERV). Or, as some ...