Thea Duncan Prando

Not every day has been perfect, but the journey has been absolutely GLORIOUS. Want to learn how to 🇮🇹 Move to Italy 🇮🇹 ? ⁉️While avoiding the mistakes so many expats make ⁉️ From someone with over 20 years of experience calling Italy home? Comment “ITALY,” and I’ll show you how. #doingitaly #americansinitaly #expatsinitaly #movetoitaly #lifebydesign

Hi, I’m Thea. 👋 There are a few new people here, so I figured I could reintroduce myself. I’m an American who first moved to Italy way back in 2003. (yes that’s over 20 years ago!) I was doing a semester abroad in a small town about 1 hour outside of Rome. The town was small enough that few people spoke English, and my Italian language skills improved rapidly out of necessity. I lived just off the main street, where people walked back and forth chatting with others before heading home for dinner. The food market was held smack in the middle of the town square and offered lots of quality fruits, vegetables, and Italian delicacies at absurdly low prices. I WAS IN LOVE! A few years later, I moved to Milan, thanks to a scholarship from Rotary International. Completely different from my lazy little town where the stores closed at midday! But I enjoyed it nevertheless. Along the way, I met and married my incredibly loving and romantic husband, who’s from a stunningly beautiful microscopic village, Tellaro, along the Italian Riviera, not far from the Cinque Terre. We have the most handsome little boy, Lorenzo (I am not partial - lol). All this to say - I absolutely love my life in Italy. ✅I’m honored that I get to help people like you create the life of THEIR dreams in Italy and on THEIR terms. ❌And we help them avoid many of the pitfalls that plague so many expats when they move and buy property abroad. We do that thanks to a combination of online courses and one-on-one consultations with my incredible network of professionals, from immigration attorneys to real estate agents. You can check out my totally free workshop about moving to Italy by commenting “WORKSHOP” below or by sending me a DM. I’ll reply with the info. If you have any other comments and/or questions, let me know. I love hearing from you all.

The Italian Digital Nomad Visa is here! (I did a Happy Dance when it came out.💃🏾) But headlines can be deceiving or just incomplete. The basic requirements are as follows (but keep in mind, most US Consulates want you to go above and beyond the minimum): - an income that exceeds 28,000 euros - health insurance to cover medical treatments and hospitalization - proof of accommodation in Italy - at least 6 months of experience as a digital nomad or as a remote worker - Contract(s) or a job offer that shows you’ll be able to maintain yourself in Italy - be considered highly skilled in your field in the form of education and/or experience Are you a high-earning remote worker? And want more assistance figuring this out? COMMENT/DM “NOMAD” To find out if you qualify for my VIP relocation service! #movetoitaly #digitalnomad #americaninitaly #digitalnomadvisa

You and I have seen those social media posts. People who moved to Italy and had to move back. Carousels about all of the mistakes they’ve made. And now you’re probably concerned, worried, or full-fledged overwhelmed. I get it, relocating to another country involves lots of moving parts. There’s a high learning curve. Which is why I am here to help. As someone who has been living in Italy for over 20 years, my team and I have helped hundreds of people successfully move to Italy. This is how we know that a successful move to Italy starts with a good plan, which you execute at least 6 months (if not a year) out. Here is your master timeline: ✅ 1 Year: Big picture planning, like visa strategy and finances ✅ 6 Months: Secure accommodations, health care, and banking ✅ 1 Month: Final details. Packing up, getting your international driver’s license, and vet visits (if you have a four-legged friend). Ready to take the next step? 🗓️ Book a 1-on-1 planning session. COMMENT “CONSULT”. Or check out my link in bio #movetoitaly #americaninitaly #americanexpat

I get it, you’re trying to figure out the best way to feasibility get you to living and enjoying life in Italy. So you google the best visas, or you ask Claude, but you end up being more confused than before. Because of the conflicting information you find online. Why? Because Italian immigration laws and norms change all the time. Which is why we have created this guide on the best visas for Americans and Canadians hoping to move to Italy. We update it all the time to ensure it reflects what we see going on with the consulates and immigration office. COMMENT “VISA” To get our detailed guide now.

Life lately… I’ve made a promise to myself to host more often. I really enjoy cooking, visit local producers to source quality ingredients, and simply enjoying quality time with friends. Here I made fried lamb with the freshest meat purchased from the @milano.mercatodellaterra our local @slowfoodmilano farmers market. I also made pastiera napoletana from scratch. With lard and butter and fresh sheep ricotta from one of my favorite small businesses. And this time I purposefully made it rustic, not concerning myself with perfectly distanced crisscross pattern. Even the bread crumbs came from my local baker and not the supermarket. One of the things Italy has taught me is that ingredients matter. When you consciously choose better ingredients putting together a great tasting meal is one (if not two) steps easier. Then you add a huge dose of love. ❤️ All of this happened, in this case, over Easter. But in the spirit of everything in due time, calmly… even sharing this post one week later is perfectly timed. 🥰 The whole point was it was del

This is what a random Thursday night in Milan can and does look like. Eating at @giolina_milano , one of the highest-rated pizzerias in the city. A beautiful retro-chic setting, a light and well-risen dough, great olive oil, and a room full of locals catching up on life. One of the things people don’t realize before moving to Italy is how much food becomes part of your rhythm of life. Not “special occasion food.” Just everyday moments like this, that don’t necessarily have to wait for the weekend. When our relocation clients arrive, one of the first things we help them do is build those everyday rhythms — Places that will soon become their favorite café, their neighborhood restaurant, the market stall they love. Because moving to Italy isn’t just paperwork. It’s learning how to live in the city you now call home…

So many people talk about moving to Italy, but almost no one talks about MOVING SMART. Like how smooth the process can be when you have an experienced team of professionals guiding every step of your move. Like planning your taxes. (Which hint, hint, should be done before you pack your bags and board a plane to Italy.) The good news is that the Italian government has put in place tax incentives to encourage people to move to and/or return to Italy. Which can be a game changer Comment “GUIDE”. I’ll send you my complete guide to tax incentives for living in Italy in 2026. #movetoitaly #lifeinitaly #americaninitaly

If you like trying traditional and typical restaurants when you travel (before venturing out to try the more takes) this list of for you. Some of the most delicious traditional “trattorie” and “osterie” in Milan. - Trattoria Masuelli San Marco @trattoriadelnuovomacello Actually, a combination of Milanese (Lombard) and Piedmont cuisine. It also played a role in the “slow food” movement. - Trattoria del Nuovo Macello @trattoriadelnuovomacello Located outside what used to be the main meat market in Milan (thus the name). This restaurant gives you all the traditional Milanese vibes you could want, with a more sophisticated/modern plating style. Truly delicious - Al Garghet @algarghet Located at the southern city limits, through a relatively rural area that makes it feel like you are worlds away (in the best way possible). It’s particularly magical during the holidays, but it’s always a solid option for traditional Milanese any time of year. - Antica Trattoria della Pesa @anticatrattoriadellapesa_ . One of the oldest restaurants in the city. Besides the staples, check out their apple tart. - Trattoria Milanese del 1933 @trattoriamilanese1933 . One of the best costolette alla milanese in town. - Osteria del Balabiott @osteriadelbalabiott . Solid Milanese food, and a particularly courteous owner and staff. - Risoelatte @risoelatte . Think 1960’s Italian vintage style meets Milanese home cooking - Osteria Conchetta @osteriaconchetta . I particularly loved their “modeghili”, a traditional Milanese meatball (forget the tomato sauce and think a fried breaded exterior), and of course the “costoletta.” Plus… (an extra) - Rovello. They recently changed locations, so the new format is slightly more modern in aesthetics, but still delivers when looking for traditional Milanese (and more general Italian) food options.

Ever wonder how Americans who live in Italy ended up there? If so, you’ll want to join our interview with Lauren Linnane, who went from working in corporate finance in Boston to starting her own luxury brand in Milan, Italy. Join this special Live conversation, Feb. 11 @ 12pm EST. as I sit down with Lauren, an inspiring Doing Italy client who made her Italian dream a reality by moving to Milan. Lauren will share her tips for a smooth transition to a new life in a new culture. We’ll also discuss Lauren’s fascinating journey from corporate finance in the USA to founding her made-to-measure Italian fashion brand, PARLA @parlathelabel . Yes, that’s me in one of PARLA’s @parlathelabel gorgeous custom-made outfits! This promises to be a fun, informative session as we discuss how she navigated the challenges of starting a business abroad, learned the ins and outs of Italian fashion culture, and built a brand that empowers clients to express their individuality. Whether you’re passionate about learning how to move to Italy, cross-cultural adventures, or fashion and entrepreneurship, this interview will offer valuable insights and plenty of inspiration. Comment “Parla” and I’ll send you the link to Feb. 11 live session! 📸: @captsydney #movetoitaly #lifeinitaly #americaninitaly #buisnesswoman #businessinitaly

Most people don’t know... But Italy has several tax incentives to attract new residents (and even to bring back past residents). So if you structure your move correctly, Your lifestyle and your tax strategy can finally align. Next step? Comment “PLAN” I’ll send you the details on how to move to Italy, the smart way. (And let me know if you like this content. I can share more tax incentives you can take advantage of when moving to Italy.)

Aperitivo could potentially be the #1 reason I love living in Italy. 🇮🇹 (If you know, you know!) How about you? What are your favorite reasons for living in Italy? Or what’s the number 1 reason you like the idea of living in (moving to) Italy? #movetoitaly #lifeinitaly #americaninitaly