“I just wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for everything you did to make our family trip to Italy unforgettable. From the initial planning stages to the final farewell, your hard work, attention to detail, flexibility, willingness to adapt to our needs, and complete dedication to ensuring our happiness did not go unnoticed. My family will always cherish our Italy experience. The itinerary you crafted was perfect, the accommodations were lovely, and the experiences you arranged for us were truly memorable. Your recommendations and guidance throughout the trip were invaluable. We couldn’t stop talking about it all the way home and continue to receive many thanks, both calls and texts, from our family. My family will always treasure the time we spent together in Italy! As you know, that was my dream. We’re forever grateful for making it come true. ”
— Family of nine, NY • 8 days, Umbria & Lazio (Rome), All-Inclusive (Dec 2024)
“Visiting Rome with Karen and Giacomo as our guides was the highlight of our trip to Italy! They gave us an authentic, local experience that we’ll never forget. From a fascinating walking tour of Rome, complete with delicious local snacks, to a hike through a medieval town dating back to 967AD, every moment was special. Karen and Giacomo are not only fun and full of energy, but they know the best, hidden gems in Italy. Their fluency in both English and Italian made communication effortless, allowing us to truly connect with the locals. We can’t wait to return to Italy and have them take us to even more incredible places!”
— Couple, Vermont • Day trips from Rome: Castelli Romani hike & locals lunch (Nov 2022)
“Our bike tour with Karen and Giacomo was the absolute best way to see Rome, feel the energy, and see the beauty of the city. It was our favorite part of our trip to Rome. ”
— Family of four, Colorado • Tour around Rome by bike with coffee, treats, and local insights (April 2023)
““Karen and Giacomo are masters at finding out what people like and knowing the best places to experience it. They managed all the details so we could relax and enjoy amazing places that we wouldn’t have found on our own. Karen is so pleasant and savvy, always ready to adapt when needed. Giacomo’s pride and enthusiasm for sharing the experiences and character of his culture were infectious. Spending only a short time with this generous, patient, and joyful person makes you feel like you have made a best friend in record time. We plan to return in the fall of 2025 for another adventure with Karen and Giacomo!””
— Couple, Colorado • Two-day trips out of Rome
“Our favorite part of our trip was all the amazing restaurants that Karen and Giacomo took us to! It was such a unique experience to have a local curating the best spots and helping us order dishes that we wouldn’t have tried otherwise. Our second favorite thing was Umbria, a region less known to foreigners but full of hidden gems, beautiful landscapes, and medieval towns. As with every trip, some things don’t go as planned (especially in Italy, we were told), but Karen and Giacomo were so adaptable. They used their local connections and problem-solving skills to keep the trip going smoothly, often leading to an even better experience.”
— Family of five, Canada & USA • 7 days, Umbria, Lazio small cities & hiking in the countryside All-inclusive (Jan 2025)
