A New Life in Italy

A New Life in Italy

It is possible to live your dream life in Italy - yet there’s so much misinformation out there that most people end up confused, frustrated, and stressed out. A New Life in Italy aims to change that, by teaching you how you can make the move with confidence, and clarity, and thrive in your new life in Italy.

Reviews

Best Podcast for Moving to Italy

"The amount of pertinent information this show provides is staggering. Samantha is a lovely and knowledgeable host and well worth a listen. Once you listen you’ll subscribe."

jeirbwjhwb | Jan. 2, 2025

Helpful and inspiring

"I love this podcast. I’m considering a life in Italy at some point, and your show is both inspiring and helpful with practical information. Thank you!!! I can’t wait for more episodes."

portenagirl | Feb. 14, 2021

Warm, honest and inspiring

"Sam knows her stuff and always shares such valuable information. Highly recommend for anyone thinking about moving to Italy… Or anyone who loves Italy."

Bajelcovich | March 1, 2024

Ls Dolce Vita

"Anyone thinking/dreaming of moving to "Il Bel Paese" should listen to this podcast."

Mark Pirritano | March 15, 2024

It’s what I was worried about

"The episode on being lonely after a move was so helpful. As an introvert (but lover of Italy) the day-to-day reality of such a move on my own was what I was concerned about. I didn’t want to revert b…"

Anna Celestino | March 16, 2024

Recent Episodes

July 23, 2025

Special Report: Elective Residency Visa Income Rules Just Changed

Hey everyone, it’s Samantha Wilson with a special breaking news episode of Your New Life in Italy . On today’s show, I’m unpacking a landmark court ruling that could completely change how families apply for one of Italy’s mos...
July 9, 2025

Don't Lose Your Dream House Over a Wire Transfer

Ciao friends — it’s Samantha, and in this episode of A New Life in Italy , we’re talking about something that no one tells you enough about when buying property in Italy: how to actually move your money… without losing your m...
June 25, 2025

Stop! Don’t Move to Italy This Summer—Do This Instead

Hey there, it’s Samantha! In this episode of A New Life in Italy , I’m digging into something that surprises a lot of people: why summer is actually one of the worst times to start your move to Italy—and what you should be do...
June 11, 2025

How Fast Can I Move to Italy

How Fast Can You Really Move to Italy? Let’s Talk Timing. Hey there, it’s Samantha! If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how soon can I actually move to Italy? —this episode is for you. I’m diving into what the timing real...
June 4, 2025

My Favorite Things — Life in Italy Edition

Ciao! It’s Samantha, and in this episode of A New Life in Italy , I’m sharing my personal favorites — the tools, places, and little life-savers that make living in Italy easier, more beautiful, and a lot more fun. From my go-...
May 21, 2025

You Got the Visa—But Can Your Family Come Too?

In this episode of A New Life in Italy , I’m diving into a question I get all the time from clients, members, and listeners: “If I get the Digital Nomad Visa… can I bring my spouse? What about my kids?” The short answer? Yes—...

About the Host

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Samantha Wilson

Chief Dream Maker at Smart Move Italy

Samantha Wilson is considered the top relocation expert for Italy. She is a British/Canadian who fell in love with Italy over 20 years ago. She lives in Florence with her husband and family. Since founding Smart Move Italy, an international relocation company, she has helped thousands of people live their dream lives. Today, Samantha and her team of experts help her community of 100,000+ Italophiles, plan, prepare, and make the move to Italy through her relocation company Smart Move Italy(www.smartmoveitaly.com), Buyers Agency Smart Move Italy Property, and Podcast Network Sentire Media

Samantha is the author of Puglias Best 7% Towns and Abruzzos Best 7% Towns and hosts her annual 3-day Online Move to Italy Bootcamp, which is attended by over 20,000 hopefuls every year that join her premium membership A New Life in Italy. She's a top expert guest on the topics of Visas, Citizenship, Relocation, Business in Italy, Travel, and how expats can live a fulfilling life in Italy. If you are planning to move to Italy, Samantha, is “the” person to know.

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