Episode 7: Le Marche and NYC – The Story of Italian Kiara Di Paola

Kiara Di Paola is an Italian originally from the region of Le Marche and now living in NYC. She is a content creator, VLogger, Licensed Tour Guide, Media and Press of NY and, if that wasn’t enough, she is also the owner and operator of NYC-based travel company New York City 4 All! Kiara is known to not only bring her clients off the beaten path of New York but also keep social media followers up to date with the newest exhibits, sites and happenings throughout the city.

With Kiara’s brand, KiariLadyBoss, her mission is to bring joy and color to everyone’s life sharing fun, style and NYC gems. Kiara and her work have been featured in Rai, TMZ, Daily Mail and more!

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Show Recap:

Kiara shares her story of unexpectedly ending up in NYC and starting a successful tour company and Youtube channel, which both promote the the hidden gems of the city. She also shares what inspires and motivates her as an entrepreneur as well as tips and suggestions for visiting her home region of Le Marche – a location in Italy still untouched and waiting to be discovered.

What to expect:

Expect to be inspired to follow your dreams just as Kiara followed hers to live in New York City. Also get ready to plan your next trip to the underrated and less-visited reason of Le Marche, Italy. As a native, Kiara shares her favorite “to-dos” while visiting the area. From wine to medieval villages, beautiful beaches and agriturismi, she shares just why Le Marche may not be a hidden gem much longer!

Length of Podcast:

About 35 minutes.

“I think there is an experience for every single person in Le Marche. The region offers literally everything you can imagine. When I say everything, I say food, I say beaches, I say mountains to hike, I say hills, I say art, I say theaters, I say fashion.”
– Kiara di Paola

People, Places & Sites Mentioned in this Episode:

Tempio del Valadier near Frasassi Caves (Le Marche)
Photo by Cassandra Santoro

Kiara’s Mission for her NYC travel company – Starts at 7:25
Kiara begins to share thoughts on Le Marche – Starts at 20:15
Olive all’Ascolana – Typical Le Marche Cuisine – Fried and Stuffed Olives – 24:00
Cremini’s Restaurant – NYC Restaurant with cuisine inspired by Le Marche Region of Italy – 24:15
Verdicchio Wine of Le Marche – 24:50
Borgo Medievale (Medieval Villages) – Offagna, Genga, Gradara, Corinaldo, Grottammare – Starts at 26:05
Recanati – The Home of Poet Giacomo Leopardi – 26:45
Grotte di Frasassi (Frasassi Caves) – 27:14
Fabriano – Famous for their Paper + Paper Museum – 27:21
Ancona (Le Marche Port City) – 28:00
Due Sorelle Beach (Near Conero) – 30:51