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PS Italy

PS Italy

Gina Marcello

A podcast dedicated to unique travel destinations throughout Italy. Learn to travel like an Italian not a tourist. We discuss local culture, foods, secret places the touring companies can't or won't take you, and help you discover the real gems of Italian life so you can experience Italy like a local.
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Learn about Porcini mushroom hunting (believe it or not you need a permit to go hunting) and the Bedonia (Parma region) Trout Festival. These are two fun local Emilia-Romagna events where you can really experience Italian culture, enjoy local foods, and explore Italy like a local.
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New Year's Eve in Italy is uniquely celebrated. We discuss common (and not so common) NYE traditions, customs, and superstitions including the importance of wearing red underwear, how to banish bad luck, why eating the right foods can bring you prosperity and who to avoid January 1st! For more fun Italian traditions and customs signup for our free newsletter at www.psitalytours.com
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PS Italy - Italian Christmas Traditions
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12/22/20 • 31 min

Christmas traditions in Italy are different than what many might think. In this episode we discuss midnight mass at the Vatican, the Italian Christmas witch, Christmas markets, bagpipers, and different customs between northern and southern Italia. Looking for a great Christmas gift for a loved one or yourself? Join us for one of our boutique fall 2021 tours. Due to COVID-19 all deposits are 100% fully refundable. Spa Week September 23-October 1, 2021 Foodie Tour September 30-Octobter 8, 2021 Vineyard Wine Tour October 7-15, 2021 https://www.psitalytours.com/
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On our final podcast of Season 1 we discuss Emilia-Romagna, Italy -- where to go and what to see in this beautiful region of northern Italy. Val and Gina discuss P.S. Italy's 2021 tours -- what to expect, what we offer, and why you might want to join us Summer 2021.

Italy has so much offer. Consider spending time in the "foodie capital of the world" and tour with us. Six tours in 2021 - Writers Workshop, Spa Week, Foodie Tour, Vineyard Wine Tour, Cooking Emilia-Romagna, and Live Like a Medici. Space is limited to 20 per week.

Itinerary and Tours: https://www.psitalytours.com/

P.S. Italy Retreats is owned and operated by Gina Marcello, Ph.D. and Valerie Manfredini. Gina is a university professor with a passion for all things Italian. Valerie is an experienced tour operator and Italian resident. This partnership provides you with a once in a life time opportunity to feel as if you are visiting family in Italy. Our tours are reasonably priced and provide our guests with the very best of authentic Italy.

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The Medici family ruled the city of Florence throughout the Renaissance. A complicated family - both loved and hated. In this podcast, we discuss our Live Like a Medici 2021 Tour. Learn about the family as we follow the life and legacy of the Medici family in and around Florence. Itinerary: https://psitalyretreats.com/live-like-a-medici/ P.S. Italy Retreats is owned and operated by Gina Marcello, Ph.D. and Valerie Manfredini. Gina is a university professor with a passion for all things Italian. Valerie is an experienced tour operator and Italian resident. This partnership provides you with a once in a life time opportunity to feel as if you are visiting family in Italy. Our tours are reasonably priced and provide our guests with the very best of authentic Italy.
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Enjoy the very best of the Italian countryside as we hop from vineyard to sightseeing. This week is full of fun. Highlights include: Lake Garda, Modena, Ferrari, Fellino and Piacenza vineyard tours. Vineyard Wine Tour Itinerary: https://psitalyretreats.com/vineyard-wine-tour/ P.S. Italy Retreats is owned and operated by Gina Marcello, Ph.D. and Valerie Manfredini. Gina is a university professor with a passion for all things Italian. Valerie is an experienced tour operator and Italian resident. This partnership provides you with a once in a life time opportunity to feel as if you are visiting family in Italy. Our tours are reasonably priced and provide our guests with the very best of authentic Italy.
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Emilia-Romagna, Italy is known as the foodie capital of the world. Join us July 23-July 31st, 2021 for a delicious week of food tasting and tours. Stop dreaming about Italy and start planning! Highlights of our Foodie Week include: Bologna's mortadella factory, Prosciutto di Parma factory tour, Carrara Mountain Tour and lardo di Colonnata food tasting, Felino salami tour and Parmesan-reggiano cheese factory tour. We explore northern Italy and learn to live like the locals. A time to relax and experience the very best of northern Italy. For the full itinerary: https://psitalyretreats.com/foodie-tour P.S. Italy Retreats is owned and operated by Gina Marcello, Ph.D. and Valerie Manfredini. Gina is a university professor with a passion for all things Italian. Valerie is an experienced tour operator and Italian resident. This partnership provides you with a once in a life time opportunity to feel as if you are visiting family in Italy. Our tours are reasonably priced and provide our guests with the very best of authentic Italy.
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Learn to cook and live like a local in Emilia-Romagna, Italy! We discuss our summer 2021 Cooking Tour July 30- August 7, 2021. Each lesson will inspire and delight as we tour the region. Highlights include farm-to-table pizza and crostata (a local dessert), risotto, torta frita, gelato, local tortelli, bronzino and tiramisu. Full itinerary: https://psitalyretreats.com/classic-culinary-cooking/
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Italy is known for its delicious cheeses and meats. This week we discuss our July 23-31, 2021 foodie tour. We highlight Parmesan-Reggiano cheese, Prosciutto di Parma ham, Felino Salami, Lardo di Colonnata, and Mortadella while discussing the different cities we will visit and experiences you can expect with our small group custom tours. Full itinerary: https://psitalyretreats.com/foodie-tour/ follow us on Facebook @PSitalyRetreats for our live Italian conversation Tuesdays at 3 pm EST Learn to travel like a local not a tourist!
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Harmony, balance, and relaxation. Join us as we discuss Grotta Giusti Thermal Cave & Montecatini Thermal Spa located in Tuscany. We discuss the history and unique features of each. From thermal caves to "holy water" you, too, can travel like an Italian not a tourist. contact us at [email protected] www.psitalyretreats.com
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How many episodes does PS Italy have?

PS Italy currently has 30 episodes available.

What topics does PS Italy cover?

The podcast is about Italian Culture, Vacation, Italy, Podcasts, Places & Travel, Hobbies, Society & Culture, Leisure and Travel.

What is the most popular episode on PS Italy?

The episode title 'Italian Christmas Traditions' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on PS Italy?

The average episode length on PS Italy is 34 minutes.

How often are episodes of PS Italy released?

Episodes of PS Italy are typically released every 7 days, 5 hours.

When was the first episode of PS Italy?

The first episode of PS Italy was released on Jan 12, 2020.

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