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.

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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

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Oct. 29, 2025

Why Moving to Italy Could Be the Smartest Financial Decision You Ever Made

In this episode of A New Life in Italy , Samantha Wilson explores one of the biggest questions for anyone thinking about a move to Italy: Is now a smart time financially? With global economic and political uncertainty, it’s n...

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Oct. 15, 2025

You Got the Elective Residency Visa, Now What?

In this episode of A New Life in Italy , I’m pulling back the curtain on what really happens after you get your Elective Residency Visa. Everyone celebrates when that visa finally arrives in their passport — and rightfully so...

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Oct. 8, 2025

Are You Applying for the Wrong Visa?

Before you even start a visa application for Italy, it’s important to know what to look out for. This episode explores the often-overlooked complexities of choosing the right visa and how to avoid frustration, delays, or unex...

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Sept. 24, 2025

From Dreaming to Doing: Amy’s Real-Life Move to Lucca

You don’t have to move to Italy to start living like an Italian. In today’s episode of A New Life in Italy podcast, I’m joined by Amy Laparelli, travel planner and founder of Away to Italy . Amy has created a step-by-step app...

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Sept. 17, 2025

Money Matters: How to Secure Your Financial Future in Italy

Ciao a tutti! In this episode of A New Life in Italy, we’re delving into a crucial topic that often causes hesitation for those dreaming of moving to Italy: finances. From money management to taxes, investments, and retiremen...

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Sept. 12, 2025

How a 101-Year-Old Nonna Taught Me to Slow Down

Ciao, friend—and welcome back. This week’s episode is a special one, because it follows our biggest event of the year—the Move to Italy Bootcamp. Thousands of you joined me, and let me tell you... reading your stories, your f...

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About the Host

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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Reviews

Recent Episodes

Why Moving to Italy Could Be the Smartest Financial Decision You Ever Made

You Got the Elective Residency Visa, Now What?

Are You Applying for the Wrong Visa?

From Dreaming to Doing: Amy’s Real-Life Move to Lucca

Money Matters: How to Secure Your Financial Future in Italy

How a 101-Year-Old Nonna Taught Me to Slow Down

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About the Host

Samantha Wilson

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