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A heavy wooden door opens, and suddenly I’m stepping into Florence’s past. Not the Florence of typical guided tours and guidebooks, but a Florence that still lives and breathes the Renaissance every day. If you’re planning an Tuscan adventure and looking for unique things to do in Florence, visiting the workshops of traditional artisans – […]

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Looking for authentic cooking classes in Venice, Italy? You’ll find them in this post. Imagine learning the secrets of Venetian cuisine from the people who know it best – the locals themselves. I’ve had the incredible fortune to experience the warmth and generosity of Venetian hosts in their own kitchens. There’s nothing quite like sharing […]

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Tuscany? Been there, done that (or maybe it’s on your bucket list). But what about Umbria? Tuscany’s neighbor is full of charm, and will give you a taste of authentic Italy. Do rigid itineraries and over-crowded attractions leave you yearning for something more immersive and authentic? Then Umbria, with its unhurried pace and genuine charm, […]
Meet Your Guide
Some travel advisors specialize in Italy. I live it.
I split my time between the United States and my home in Lucca, Tuscany — and I have been exploring this country for more than 35 years.
Not as a tourist passing through, but as someone who keeps going deeper, discovering more, and falling in love with it all over again.
Italy is all I do. No other destinations, no divided attention.
Every client I work with gets my complete focus — and a trip that is entirely their own.
Because no two visions are the same.
I love hearing what people dream of and making it real — down to every last detail.