Dream of Italy

With its mesmerizing landscapes, rich artistic treasures, deep ties to the past and warm people, it is no wonder that Americans Dream of Italy more than any other destination in the world. Join Italian travel expert Kathy McCabe, editor of the award-winning travel newsletter Dream of Italy, as she explores six diverse areas of Italy in six episodes. Meet Italy's colorful locals - chefs, artisans, historians - who are deeply connected to their land, carrying on and preserving the traditions of their ancestors. Dream of Italy is directed by Dakkan Abbe who created the public television series, Inside the Tuscan Hills.

Tue, Feb 24 3:00 P.M. Bologna     NH Create (11.4)

Bologna is one of Italy's lesser-known big cities but is one of its more charming.

Tue, Feb 24 9:00 P.M. Andrea Bocelli's Tuscany     NH Create (11.4)

We visit the seaside home of famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany to learn how this region has influenced Bocelli's life and music, exploring his deep faith and love of dogs.

Tue, Feb 24 9:30 P.M. Americans Moving to Abruzzo     NH Create (11.4)

As Americans expand their horizons for more adventurous lives and retirements abroad, we return to one of our favorite regions - Abruzzo - filled with stunning mountains and coastlines.

Wed, Feb 25 2:00 A.M. Andrea Bocelli's Tuscany     NH Create (11.4)

We visit the seaside home of famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany to learn how this region has influenced Bocelli's life and music, exploring his deep faith and love of dogs.

Wed, Feb 25 2:30 A.M. Americans Moving to Abruzzo     NH Create (11.4)

As Americans expand their horizons for more adventurous lives and retirements abroad, we return to one of our favorite regions - Abruzzo - filled with stunning mountains and coastlines.

Wed, Feb 25 9:00 P.M. Caserta: A Grand Palace and Pizza     NH Create (11.4)

Did you know that there's a 1,000-room palace in southern Italy that rivals Versailles? We travel to Caserta to visit this very special Reggia (it even made an appearance in Star Wars).

Thu, Feb 26 2:00 A.M. Caserta: A Grand Palace and Pizza     NH Create (11.4)

Did you know that there's a 1,000-room palace in southern Italy that rivals Versailles? We travel to Caserta to visit this very special Reggia (it even made an appearance in Star Wars).

Tue, Mar 3 7:00 A.M. Florence     NH Create (11.4)

Florence is known for its Renaissance art and architecture.

Tue, Mar 3 1:00 P.M. Florence     NH Create (11.4)

Florence is known for its Renaissance art and architecture.

Tue, Mar 3 3:00 P.M. Florence     NH Create (11.4)

Florence is known for its Renaissance art and architecture.

Tue, Mar 10 7:00 A.M. Abruzzo     NH Create (11.4)

Just two hours from Rome, but a world away, the region of Abruzzo is filled with mountains, national parks and beautiful beaches.

Tue, Mar 10 1:00 P.M. Abruzzo     NH Create (11.4)

Just two hours from Rome, but a world away, the region of Abruzzo is filled with mountains, national parks and beautiful beaches.

Tue, Mar 10 3:00 P.M. Abruzzo     NH Create (11.4)

Just two hours from Rome, but a world away, the region of Abruzzo is filled with mountains, national parks and beautiful beaches.

Tue, Mar 17 7:00 A.M. Basilicata with Francis Ford Coppola     NH Create (11.4)

Deep in the south of Italy, the region of Basilicata is timeless and otherworldly.

Tue, Mar 17 1:00 P.M. Basilicata with Francis Ford Coppola     NH Create (11.4)

Deep in the south of Italy, the region of Basilicata is timeless and otherworldly.

Tue, Mar 17 3:00 P.M. Basilicata with Francis Ford Coppola     NH Create (11.4)

Deep in the south of Italy, the region of Basilicata is timeless and otherworldly.

Tue, Mar 24 7:00 A.M. Castelvetere Sul Calore (Italian Ancestry)     NH Create (11.4)

Ten percent of Americans have some Italian blood and many of them could qualify for Italian citizenship by birth.

Tue, Mar 24 1:00 P.M. Castelvetere Sul Calore (Italian Ancestry)     NH Create (11.4)

Ten percent of Americans have some Italian blood and many of them could qualify for Italian citizenship by birth.

Tue, Mar 24 3:00 P.M. Castelvetere Sul Calore (Italian Ancestry)     NH Create (11.4)

Ten percent of Americans have some Italian blood and many of them could qualify for Italian citizenship by birth.

Tue, Mar 31 7:00 A.M. Andrea Bocelli's Tuscany     NH Create (11.4)

We visit the seaside home of famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany to learn how this region has influenced Bocelli's life and music, exploring his deep faith and love of dogs.

Tue, Mar 31 1:00 P.M. Andrea Bocelli's Tuscany     NH Create (11.4)

We visit the seaside home of famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany to learn how this region has influenced Bocelli's life and music, exploring his deep faith and love of dogs.

Tue, Mar 31 3:00 P.M. Andrea Bocelli's Tuscany     NH Create (11.4)

We visit the seaside home of famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany to learn how this region has influenced Bocelli's life and music, exploring his deep faith and love of dogs.


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