Curated Journeys · Since 2001

Your Dream of Italy
Awaits

Curated 4- and 5-star journeys Infused with beauty, flavor, and soul. Crafted by PBS host Kathy McCabe and her trusted network of Italy experts.

Plan Your Trip How It Works
Tuscan hillside with cypress trees at golden hour
23 Years Curating Italy

The Dream of Italy Promise

Italy, handpicked
just for you

"Waking up in a centuries-old villa, the scent of warm focaccia drifting through the stone courtyard…"

In a world where everyone claims to be an Italy expert, you deserve someone with deep local connections and 30 years of on-the-ground experience. No cookie-cutter itineraries. No overwhelm. Just the Italy you've always imagined.

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Curated 4- & 5-Star Stays

Castle suites, restored vineyard estates, boutique palazzos. Selected by people who've stayed there.

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Knowledgeable Local Guides

Storytellers who open doors to hidden history, nonna's kitchen, and private vineyard tastings.

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VIP Access & Exclusives

Private Vatican visits, ancient ruin tours after hours, invitations to local festivals.

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End-to-End Logistics

Trusted drivers, first-class trains, worry-free transfers. Every detail considered.

Traveler Stories

"Every detail. Every sunset.
Pure magic."

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"Kathy gave us the trip of a lifetime. Every detail, every sunset, every experience was pure magic. We came home as different people."

Jennifer M.

★★★★★

"Every detail of our Lake Como and Piedmont journey was impeccably curated, seamless, and unforgettable. Worth every cent."

Tarie Harris

★★★★★

"Dream of Italy curated a trip that balanced familiar favorites with new adventures for our whole family. Absolutely flawless."

Greg Regan

Find Your Italy

Whatever calls you,
Italy has an answer.

Whether it's your first visit or a lifelong calling, your dream is worthy of expert care.

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Romance & Escape

Capri sunsets, villa views, coastlines that dazzle. Perfect for honeymoons and anniversaries.

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Family & Culture

Taste, connect, deepen bonds. Multi-generational journeys built around shared discovery.

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Food & Wine

Michelin stars, vineyard feasts, truffle hunts, and pasta-making with nonnas.

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Ancestral Journeys

Trace your lineage through town squares, archives, and the kitchens of distant cousins.

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Wellness & Sisterhood

Spa days, wine tastings, and sisterhood in the Chianti hills.

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Scouting Your Move

Tour homes with realtors, meet expats, and find your next chapter in Italy.

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Solo Renewal

Write in a stone cottage, feast in silence, reconnect with yourself.

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Festivals & Culture

Sagre celebrating artichokes to patron saints, medieval parades, and harvest festivals.

The Process

Booking your dream
is easy.

Share Your Vision

Tell us your Italian dream: romantic escape, ancestral journey, family trip, or future home scouting. Share desired dates and your story.

Meet Your Expert

We connect you with a trusted Italy curator from Kathy's private network, specialists who craft once-in-a-lifetime journeys.

Consult with Kathy

Optionally, meet 1-on-1 with Kathy for personalized insight, seasonal tips, destination guidance, and actionable advice.

Choose Your Adventure

Select your itinerary, make your deposit, and receive your Dream of Italy experience. Every detail considered, every dream realized.

Spring

Blooming countryside · Easter processions

Summer

Beach towns · Medieval festivals

Autumn

Wine harvest · Truffle hunting

Winter

Christmas markets · Cozy Tuscan villas

PBS TV Host & Founder · Dream of Italy®
Kathy McCabe, PBS host and founder of Dream of Italy®, overlooking the Italian coast

Your Guide

Kathy McCabe,
a lifetime devoted to Italy

I founded Dream of Italy® 23 years ago and have been living the Italian dream ever since. As the trusted host of the award-winning Dream of Italy® series on PBS, I bring more than 30 years of travel expertise and deep local connections to the design of your trip.

I help discerning travelers turn their Italian dreams into unforgettable, transformative journeys, to return home a different person. Not just a hotel and a train ticket. The Dream of Italy® magic.

23

Years Founded

30+

Years Experience

PBS

TV Series Host

Begin Your Journey

Book Your Dream of Italy® Trip

Tell us about your vision and we'll match you with the perfect Italy expert from Kathy's private network.

We respond to every inquiry within 24 hours.

What happens next?

Our team reviews every inquiry personally. Here's what you can expect after you submit.

  • A personal response from our team within 24 hours
  • Introduction to a hand-selected Italy expert from Kathy's private network
  • Optional 1-on-1 consultation with Kathy for personalized guidance
  • A custom itinerary crafted around your exact vision and budget
  • Seasonal tips, hidden gems, and insider access you won't find elsewhere
  • End-to-end logistics handled: drivers, trains, accommodations, experiences