Episodes 44
Avg. Duration 25m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (31)
Since Feb 2024
Latest Episode May 2026

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Discover the best of authentic Italy with travel expert and art historian Danielle Oteri. Each episode delivers inspiring stories and practical tips to help you confidently plan your next Italian adventure, covering art, archaeology, culture, food, wine, and history. Listeners get trusted recommendations and insider insights that unlock unforgettable experiences across Italy.

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Ep. 39: Location, Location, Salvation

May 24, 2026 30m

There’s a hotel in Naples that’s perfect for the night before a flight. In fact, all the United pilots and flight attendants stay there. The hotel is pretty standard and part of a chain, but the…

Ep. 38: How to Plan Multigenerational Travel to Italy

May 04, 2026 16m

Are you thinking about a trip to Italy and need help getting started or refining your plan? Book a one-hour consultation, my specialty, and let me help you ensure it’s the best trip possible.Among my…

Ep. 37: The Secret of Florence's Dome

Apr 07, 2026 39m

Every day, every single tour guide in Florence tells thousands of tourists a story that is not true. It’s the story of the construction of the dome, a feat of engineering so ingenious that even…

Ep. 36: The Loss of the Picturesque

Apr 05, 2026 19m

If you enjoyed this essay episode, you can subscribe for more at danielleoteri.com. If you’re planning a trip to Italy and would like some expert guidance, book a trip consultation at…

Ep. 35: The Mozzarella Highway

Mar 13, 2026 12m

If you enjoyed this essay episode, you can subscribe for more at danielleoteri.com. If you're planning a trip to Italy and would like some expert guidance, book a consultation at…

Ep. 34: Paradise for Normal People

Mar 02, 2026 41m

In this episode, I speak with writer Susan van Allen about Ischia, the island very close to Capri that I like to call paradise for normal people. The last time I was there, Susan introduced me to her…

Ep. 33: The Art of Looking: Designing an Italy Trip Around Beauty, and Simplicity

Feb 01, 2026 31m

In this episode, I share why I don’t pack my days in Italy too tightly, and unpack what I mean when I advise clients to leave time for walking and wandering. This episode is dedicated to Morton…

Ep. 32: Venice Is Not a Day Trip

Jan 08, 2026 27m

Happy New Year, and welcome back to Danielle Oteri’s Italy—we’re starting 2026 in Venice, the Italian city everyone rushes through, with no idea of how much they’re missing. This episode is your…

A Beautiful Lesson from the Tomb of the Diver

Dec 25, 2025 2m

I want to wish you happy holidays and express my profound gratitude for reading, listening, and supporting this podcast and newsletter. I hope you enjoy this two-minute video reflection on the…

Ep. 31: Collective Effervescence: Why Italy’s Festivals Make Us Cry, Give Us Chills, and Feel Less Alone

Dec 16, 2025 37m

In this episode, I explore the phenomenon of “collective effervescence,” a term coined by the sociologist Émile Durkheim to describe the intense, shared emotional experiences that make us feel…

Ep. 30: Travel Agents, Advisors, and Influencers Explained

Nov 25, 2025 33m

In this episode, I explain the differences between travel agents, advisors, and influencers…because I know first-hand how confusing this world can be!You’ll hear industry insider stories, plus the…

Ep. 29: Lessons from Rome’s Lost Seaside City

Nov 12, 2025 18m

I’m back from my research trip and have so many interesting things to share with you. Before I tell you all about Ostia, here’s a reminder for my paid subscribers that Thursday November 13th is the…

Italy, On Your Terms—New Off-Season Trips for 2026

Oct 16, 2025 13m

Paid subscribers, tonight is the premiere of the Naples Destination Deep Dive! See you at 8 pm ET. The replay will be sent out tomorrow and will be available until Monday. The Zoom link was sent last…

Ep. 28: How To Renovate a Home in Italy

Oct 01, 2025 19m

Purchasing a home in Italy is a dream of many. In the 1990s, Tuscany was the most popular region, as well as a more affordable alternative to France, following the publication of the 1989 book “A…

Ep. 27: Questions You Need to Answer Before You Start Trip Planning

Sep 07, 2025 19m

Let’s talk about how late 2025 is the perfect time to think about your trip, before you start planning it.A Rare Invitation: October 2025 Research TripBefore diving into my trip-planning strategy, I…

Ep. 26: Fra Angelico: Art, Spirit, and the San Marco Experience

Aug 29, 2025 37m

This episode is about the magic of Fra Angelico, the Renaissance “angelic painter” behind Florence’s most tranquil and moving frescoes. I’m joined by historian Alexandra Lawrence, who shares the…

Ep. 25: Murder, Music & the Madness Behind a Genius

Aug 10, 2025 43m

Warning: this episode contains grisly descriptions of a historical double murder.Episode 25 looks at the brilliant and violent life of Carlo Gesualdo — the Renaissance prince who murdered his wife…

Ep. 24: Q&A "What the heck is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?"

Jul 24, 2025 16m

Upcoming Events for Paid Subscribers🗓️ Ask Me Anything About Italy – Wednesday, July 24 at 8 pm ET - The Zoom link will be sent to subscribers on Thursday afternoon!🗓️ Destination Deep Dive: Florence…

Ep. 23: The Real Godfather of Arthur Avenue

Jul 06, 2025 23m

Subscribe to support this podcast and get access to exclusive monthly Zoom Q&As and Destination Deep Dives for just $8/month or $80/year at danielleoteri.com.This week, in honor of the 4th of…

Ep. 22: Why Amalfi Is Everywhere, What to Do on Day 1, and Renting a Car in Italy

Jun 27, 2025 16m

In this new Q&A episode, I answer three listener questions with the candidness you've come to expect from me. :)* You keep saying Cilento, but the rest of planet Earth says Amalfi. I believe you,…

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