Whether you want to see the highlights of Italy’s famous cities or slow down and unwind in a country retreat, I will tailor make your trip based on your budget and your interests.
We have been having a fabulous week and singing your praises daily. You found us the most perfect place to stay! It has been perfect for our large group. Beautiful and spacious and tucked away in the most exquisite little hideaway spot. Thank you for all the many ways that you made our trip easier, and more enjoyable. Every single email, tip, and booked element proved helpful and wonderful. – Julianna Christie
Consulting and Trip Planning Services
Bella Italia! So many riches, so much history, so much beauty! What to choose? How to plan? Where to start? Start with my consulting services. Since 1998, I have been providing tailor-made trips for clients, utilizing my Italy expertise.
What is my expertise?
In the 1980s, I learned to speak Italian when I did a 6-month language course in Florence at age 20. Since then I’ve become a Florentine Renaissance Historian, got married in Italy, ran a wedding business in Italy, walked alone on a pilgrimage route in Italy for 40 days, published a book about it, and I have now made a permanent move to Italy.
Over the years I’ve created over a hundred trips and special events for Americans and other foreigners in Italy.
See more testimonials hereWhat will you get from my consulting and trip planning services?
Convenient one-stop shopping!
I will handle every aspect of your trip except for airline tickets.
Save time!
Don’t spend hours on the internet. Take a break from the computer
and rely instead on my expertise. I will do the work for you!
Location Location Location!
Don’t get stuck staying in the wrong end of town. Use my knowledge of Italy’s cities to be sure your hotel is well-located.
Get off the beaten path!
As well as sharing with you the “don’t miss” attractions, I can get you off the tourist track, even when you’re visiting some highly touristed places.
Where to eat?
I will provide you with my restaurant lists that are tailored to all budgets and will help you avoid tourist-trap mediocre restaurants.
Festivals!
Use my insider knowledge to visit local food festivals or consider an opera in a historic arena or outdoor classical music concert in Venice or on the Amalfi Coast.
Packing advice?
Bottom line: If you are taking trains you need to be able to lift your suitcase up onto the train, with ONE hand/arm by yourself. Lets talk about how to pack right!
How to appreciate the art & history?
Come in the off-season and take a historic walking tour or museum tour with me.
Transportation?
Unsure about renting a car versus using the trains? Consult with me!
Where to stay?
Don’t know what an agriturismo is? Not sure about boutique hotels versus B&Bs? When and why would renting an apartment make sense? I will lead you expertly through the array of choices and help you make decisions that work best for your interests and your budget.
Contact me now!