What is it like growing up in one of the most storied and iconic hotels in Italy? Ask Valentina de Santis, who was raised in the kitchens and ballrooms of Lake Como's Grand Hotel Tremezzo and now runs the charismatic Passalacqua along with her parents nearby. Lale chats with the hotelier to hear stories of life on Lake Como, get tips on traveling in both sum ... Show More
Sep 2025
Tracee Ellis Ross Loves Seeing the World Solo
Repeat: Tracee Ellis Ross’ earliest memories involved traveling the world with her mother, Diana Ross, but it was at the age of 22 that she discovered what solo travel could give her. This episode, Lale sits down with Tracee to discuss how solo travel can be an act of radical sel ... Show More
27m 59s
Mar 2023
Inflation in Italy - Italy's Real Estate Landscape & Cost of Living
The Italian real estate market is experiencing notable growth, driven by attractive property prices, low-interest rates, and a surge in demand from foreign buyers seeking a taste of 'la dolce vita'. As the cost of living in Italy remains relatively stable despite rising inflation ... Show More
16m 27s
Jun 2021
Death at the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles
The Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles, California has been known for decades as the Death Hotel, or Suicide Hotel. Along with the murders and suicides, the Cecil Hotel was also the last place where Elisa Lam disappeared in 2013.<br /><br />Other podcast: https://scarystorypodcast.com<br ... Show More
14m 31s
Sep 2021
Recap of Our Family Trip to Italy - Why Lauren Stayed Home and Our Favorite Moments So Far (Part 1)
This week, Maddie is recording live from Portofino, Italy, where she's joined by her dad, Dale, to recap their family trip in real time. They talk about why Lauren stayed behind in Toronto, share stories from the trip and discuss their favorite moments so far. Stay tuned for the ... Show More
27m 19s
Mar 2024
Living the Dream: House Hunting in Italy
Anyone who has ever strolled through the streets of Rome, ridden a gondola through the canals of Venice, or tasted freshly made pasta in Sicily has had this thought: I could get used to this. On this episode, Dan speaks with a quartet of experts on all things Italian real estate: ... Show More
1h 41m