AWAY TO ITALY
italy beyond the guidebook
Give me your vision.
I'll take care of every detail.
After 37 years of exploring Italy—and now splitting my time between the U.S. and Tuscany—I design trips around what YOU'RE seeking, not a template.
Boutique, privately owned properties with incredible attention to detail — and access to culturally immersive, unique experiences most travelers can't find on their own.
You might picture the hotel in a restored palazzo, the family wine estate run by the same family for three generations, the agriturismo where Nonna makes pasta by hand.
But when you're looking online, they all look authentic.
How do you know which experiences will actually deliver?
custom italy trip planning
Authentic Italy. Thoughtfully planned.
Why Working With Me Is Different:
Meet Your Guide
Why Working With Me Is Different
- 37 years of Italy expertise — I split my time between the U.S. and my home in Lucca, Tuscany
- Trusted local partnerships — Access to experiences and accommodations independent travelers can't get
- On-the-ground support — 24/7 English-speaking assistance
- Personalized planning — Designed around YOUR travel style, not a template
- Complete peace of mind — Supported from planning through your last day in Italy
I'm Amy Lamparelli, and I first fell in love with Italy as a student in Urbino. For the last 37 years, I've kept returning to Italy to explore. I eventually married my husband, who was born in Italy, and today, we split our time between the U.S. and our home in Lucca, Tuscany.
I work with couples who've been dreaming about this trip for years. They're excited about Italy, maybe a little overwhelmed by the planning, and ready to entrust someone with it.
My clients have a dedicated local contact in Italy for their entire trip, quietly making sure each day runs smoothly. Every property and experience is vetted before it's ever offered, and it's all coordinated as one trip, not fifteen separate bookings.
If there's something specific you've been dreaming of — a family connection, a region calling to you, an experience you can't quite name — I can help you find it and bring it to life.
What's Included:
In-depth consultation to understand your vision and travel style
Expert curation with my trusted Italy partners
Intimate properties that honor local culture and nature, offer genuine journeys and allow guests to travel in an authentic way.
Itinerary review and refinement until it feels completely right
Complete booking service — all reservations handled for you
24/7 on-the-ground support in Italy — English-speaking local team available throughout your trip
This is the kind of support typically only available to luxury tour groups—but you get it with the freedom of independent travel.
1. Discovery Call
We'll dive deep into your Italy trip vision so I can curate an itinerary that perfectly matches your travel style
2. The Planning Begins & You Can Finally Relax
I work with my trusted Italy partners to design your complete itinerary—routes, accommodations, experiences, restaurants, logistics.
3. You Review & Approve - We refine until it's perfect
You'll receive your beautifully designed digital itinerary. We'll adjust anything that doesn't feel right.
4. Everything Gets Booked
My team and I handle all reservations. You don't lift a finger.
5. You Experience Italy
With complete confidence—and a local team available 24/7 if you need anything.
