Why Kate Middleton’s Solo Italy Trip Has the Royal World Buzzing

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Royals (1 / 1) 12.05.2026 21:59 / Torben

Kate Middleton is heading back to Italy — but this visit is about more than memories. The Princess of Wales will travel to Reggio Emilia on May 13–14 to explore its famed early childhood approach, a milestone as her first international working trip since cancer treatment and her January 2025 remission. Read on to discover the full story!

A return to Italian roots

Kate first lived in Italy during a 2000 gap year, studying Italian and the history of art at the British Institute in Florence. She shared an apartment with other students, loved wandering the city and spent time in local cafés that still recall her visits. Reports at the time suggested she was healing from a school-age romance while in Florence.