About Away To Italy

AUTHENTIC
ITALY —
THOUGHTFULLY
PLANNED

Away To Italy is not just a travel service —it’s an invitation to experience Italy with authenticity, ease, and connection.

ABOUT Away To Italy

Founded by Amy Lamparelli, Away to Italy was created to redefine how travelers experience Italy.

The focus is on thoughtful, bespoke trips that go beyond the typical tourist path—designed to honor local rhythms, foster genuine connection, and create lasting memories through authentic experiences.

"I WAS LOSING SLEEP over TRAINS, HOTELS, and CONNECTIONS. AMY GAVE me a CLEAR PLAN, and for the FIRST TIME, I COULD RELAX and LOOK FORWARD to ITALY."

— Maria B. (Australia)
Custom Itinerary Planning Client

ABOUT
AMY

I’m Amy. Traveler, writer, and lifelong Italy explorer. I’ve been exploring Italy for over 30 years—first as a student in Urbino, and now as someone lucky enough to call Lucca my second home. I believe travel should feel intentional, authentic, and deeply personal, never rushed or generic.

My background in storytelling and slow travel shapes the way I design every itinerary. I’m drawn to balance—between iconic highlights and hidden corners, structure and spontaneity, relaxation and discovery. Over the years, I’ve helped travelers replace overwhelm with confidence, crafting trips that feel like their own version of Italy, not anyone else’s.

For me, travel is less about checking boxes and more about connection. It’s about sipping espresso at a café where the barista knows your name, wandering a hilltown street at golden hour, or sharing a meal that lingers long after the plates are cleared. These are the moments that make Italy unforgettable—and the ones I’m here to help you find.

xo,Amy

WHAT i believe (AND live by)

01

CAPPUCCINO belongs to the morning

02

A WALK AT DUSK is always WORTH IT

03

AUTHENTICITY is always WORTH SEEKING

04

WINE is best SHARED AT THE TABLE

05

SLOW DAYS are better than PACKED ITINERARIES

06

YOUR TRIP should reflect YOUR STORY

listen to the episode

Curious about my story and approach to slow travel? I shared it all on A New Life in Italy podcast—my path from student days in Urbino to life in Lucca, and why I believe travel should never feel rushed.

THE STORY behind AWAY TO ITALY

Always exploring

Life in Lucca

Matera

Home

Puglia trip

The Experience

STYLE

My style is rooted in slow travel and authenticity. Every itinerary I create balances iconic highlights with meaningful local experiences, so your trip feels both unforgettable and personal.

APPROACH

With over 30 years of exploring Italy, I know how overwhelming the planning process can be. My approach is simple: listen first, then design a clear, thoughtful plan that removes the stress and brings your unique vision of Italy to life.

CLIENTELE

I work with travelers who value connection over checklists, and who want to experience Italy in a way that feels intentional, not rushed. Whether it’s your first trip or your fifth, you’ll come away with memories that reflect the Italy you’ve always dreamed of.

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