Welcome back to Voices of Vicenza, your essential insider’s guide to life within the U.S. Army Garrison Italy. In this episode, hosts Randy and Julie dive into the "heartbeat" of the community, offering a mix of local travel tips, cultural deep-dives, and crucial updates to keep your transition smooth and your stay rewarding.

In this episode, we cover:

• The "Florence Light" of Vicenza: Why Palazzo Chiericati is a must-see for Renaissance art lovers without the Florence crowds.

• Navigating the ZTL Trap: We discuss the Vicenza Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL) and how to avoid becoming one of the thousands of drivers caught by the cameras (nearly €17 million in fines have been issued!).

• Architecture & Blooms: A look at Palladio’s masterpiece, Villa La Rotonda, and its stunning new spring tulip gardens and statues.

• Gelato Dreams: Everything you need to know about Gelato Week in Padova and the "Gelato University."

• The Secret to Longevity: Why Italy is one of the world’s longest-living nations and how the Mediterranean lifestyle affects your health.

• Community Spotlight: A preview of the upcoming Soldiers Theatre youth production, Mission Broadway, hitting the stage this May.

Whether you're a soldier, civilian, or family member, join us for the news and tips you need to navigate life "outside the gates" of Caserma Ederle and Del Din.

Tune in to hear the heartbeat of the community!

🦒 Meet Vicenza's PhD Giraffe! Plus, essential updates on Venice’s new access fee and where to find the Vicenza's best pizza. 🍕

To see more about the Venice access fee, visit: https://www.army.mil/article/285289/venice_access_fee_faqs

LaneRossi tickets https://www.lrvicenza.net/

Whether you’re a Soldier, a civilian, or a family member, ⁠Voices of Vicenza⁠ is your essential insider’s guide to life within U.S. Army Garrison Italy. Produced by The Garrison Outlook, this podcast delivers practical, high-impact information designed to help the Vicenza Military Community thrive.

From navigating local traffic laws and military history to finding the region’s best cappuccino, each episode tackles the unique challenges and joys of living in Italy. Tune in for expert interviews, quality-of-life tips, and community updates that make your transition smoother and your stay more rewarding. It’s more than just news—it’s the heartbeat of Vicenza.

Whether you’re a Soldier, a civilian, or a family member, Voices of Vicenza is your essential insider’s guide to life within U.S. Army Garrison Italy. Produced by The Garrison Outlook, this podcast delivers practical, high-impact information designed to help the Vicenza Military Community thrive.

From navigating local traffic laws and military history to finding the region’s best cappuccino, each episode tackles the unique challenges and joys of living in Italy. Tune in for expert interviews, quality-of-life tips, and community updates that make your transition smoother and your stay more rewarding. It’s more than just news—it’s the heartbeat of Vicenza.

Visit The Garrison Outlook's Italian News Summaries for these stories and more @ https://www.army.mil/article/287177/italian_news_highlights

Vicenza turns French for Easter weekend. The French Regional Market returns to Vicenza from 3 to 6 April. Visitors can explore a charming corner of France featuring standout food, wine and traditional crafts.

Easter Monday at Peace Park brings music, street food, all-day outdoor fun

The Peace Park will become the focus of Easter Monday celebrations, offering music, food and outdoor fun from morning to night. The event blends the traditional holiday picnic with modern “soft clubbing,” encouraging visitors to enjoy music in a laid‑back, sunlit setting. Admission is free, and organizers urge attendees to arrive early and use bikes or public transit due to expected crowds.

Bassano to showcase Italian regional specialties this weekend – March 24, VicenzaToday

Bell’Italia Tour arrives in Bassano del Grappa’s Piazza Libertà on April 4–6, offering three days of regional food and artisan products from across Italy. The market runs from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

https://www.army.mil/Italy

Bagels, Bunnies, and Backroads (Where to find all three here in Italy) [There's a new cafe supporting special needs. 2 great hiking trails, and a new driving range near Del Din] ep. 15 VIDEO version

There's a new cafe supporting special needs. 2 great hiking trails, and a new driving range near Del Din.

For stories like this visit our twice weekly Italian News summaries for fun and unique things going on in your neighborhood.

https://www.army.mil/article/287177/italian_news_highlights

Bagels, Bunnies, and Backroads (Where to find all three here in Italy) ep. 15 AUDIO version

We sat down with the U.S. Army Garrison Italy Provost Marshal, Lt. Col. Jonathan Kuhn to discuss the thousands of euros of traffic related fines the VMC is getting. Some tickets are for speeding but most commonly they are ZTL fines, for entering limited traffic zones reserved for residents of many Italian city centers. See our in depth article on ZTL's here on The Garrison Outlook https://www.army.mil/italy (scroll down until you see the ZTL article)

Happy Birthday USO on 85 years of supporting the troops around the world!

Stop by USO Vicenza for their celebration on Feb. 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snacks, games and prizes and a home away from home. Say hi to the USO Vicenza team and tell them the USAG Italy PAO told you about this special birthday celebration.

To volunteer at the USO visit https://www.uso.org/take-action/volunteer

https://italy.uso.org/uso-vicenza

https://www.facebook.com/vicenzauso/

uso.org

Contact info: +39 0444 71-4775

[email protected]

🎙️ New Year, New You – Tune In! ✨Ready to make 2026 your best year yet? In our latest podcast, we dive into the art of setting—and actually keeping—New Year’s resolutions. From fitness goals to financial habits, we’ll share practical tips, inspiring stories, and a few surprising strategies to help you stick with your plans long after January fades.

💡 Whether you’re aiming to eat healthier, save more, or simply live with more intention, this episode is packed with motivation to get you started.

👉 Hit play, and let’s kick off the year together with clarity, energy, and purpose!

The top New Year's Resolutions are:

1. exercise more
2. eat healthier
3. lose weight

Setting a goal and knowing where to start is half the battle.