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08/31/2026

This is Civita di Bagnoregio, a 2,500 year old village in central Italy that looks like it’s floating above a valley.
Here’s why you should add it to your list for your next visit:
1. It’s a glimpse of medieval Italy
2. It’s one of Italy’s most unforgettable views
3. Only 7 people live here
4. It’s perched on a volcanic rock plateau and only reachable by a long pedestrian bridge

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08/30/2026

Think you know what it is? 👀

A longtime resident of Italy shares the simple style rule that makes all the difference in how you’re received. And it’s her No. 1 etiquette tip.

08/28/2026

From a 19th-Century monastery to intimate enotecas, Florence has a plethora of dwellings to begin your evening...

The best places for aperitivo in Florence, covering cocktails, wine, beer, and the city’s strongest spritzes.

We hear many of the same reasons why clients come to us to plan their trips to Italy, so here’s why! We don’t have any h...
08/27/2026

We hear many of the same reasons why clients come to us to plan their trips to Italy, so here’s why!

We don’t have any hidden costs, mark ups or a middle man in our pricing, people hire us for our time and expertise.
*Whilst we work with flexible budgets, our clients spend a minimum of $1500 per day for two people (exc. flights) per trip.

We have a broad and deep relationships with tour guides, hotels, restaurants, experiences and activities… and many of you want access to our contact list 😉

You don’t know what you don’t know! Planning a long trip requires research and you’re simply too time poor to even know where to start. Don’t stress, that’s our job.

From mobility issues to coeliac disease, we create bespoke itineraries and accommodate the most extreme requests.

Our experts ARE based in Italy and not in a distant country, so you can rest assured your travel expert will be in your time zone should you need them.

ChatGPT isn’t cutting it. We know you want the best recommendations from experts who live and breathe Italy, that’s what we’re here for.

08/24/2026

Solo travel but make it Italian. From city breaks to coastal escapes and mountain adventures, Italy has a region (and a vibe) for everyone

Ready to take a trip on your own? The top destinations for solo female travelers include wild landscapes, culturally diverse cities, and coastal getaways.

If you’re solo traveling to Italy for the first time..skip Rome, and head to one (or more) of these 5 places instead >>>...
08/23/2026

If you’re solo traveling to Italy for the first time..skip Rome, and head to one (or more) of these 5 places instead >>>

These are some of the best places in Italy to travel alone if you’re secretly terrified of travelling alone.

08/19/2026

From rustic coves to the longest stretches of sand, here are some beaches you may wish to visit... or avoid

Italy is home to thousands of kilometres of coastline, but Sardinia is stealing the show this summer. New research has revealed the country’s most popular beaches for 2026, with two-thirds of the list found on the Mediterranean island.

08/19/2026

Everyone dreams of Italy in summer. But those who know, go in autumn. 🍂🇮🇹

The crowds begin to disappear, the air turns crisp, vineyards glow gold and amber, and cities become a little quieter, a little slower, and a lot more magical. It’s the season of truffle festivals, wine harvests, cosy trattorias and long lunches that somehow stretch into sunset.

This might just change your mind.

As temperatures drop and the crowds go home, here’s why the Bel Paese is all the better now summer is over

08/16/2026

Visiting the Eternal City and want to escape for the day? Head to one of these.

Amazing sights are all within day-trip range of Italy’s capital, Rome.

Come on a journey through Italy with us 👉🏼📍 Locorotondo, PugliaWe went here for majestic views 📍 DolomitiWe went here fo...
08/16/2026

Come on a journey through Italy with us 👉🏼

📍 Locorotondo, Puglia

We went here for majestic views

📍 Dolomiti

We went here for stillness

📍 Torre Salsa, Sicily

We went here for architecture

📍 La Scarzuola, Umbria

We went here for island charm

📍 Laconi, Sardinia

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