The Beauty of Being Here…includes my love of this place and sharing it with friends and my Italy Trip Design clients!
After many months of planning, my 2023 clients are starting to arrive and live their dolce vita! This is the ultimate reward of my work!
And just a few weeks ago I had the pleasure of greeting and meeting, and spending time with a fabulous couple, Joe and Mary!
“Your expertise and guidance made our trip an experience of a lifetime, and we loved meeting and spending time with you!
Thank you, thank you!”
– Mary
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♦ Their adventure begins in Venice!
Met at the airport and escorted to their Hotel by a friendly local! (= no stress, no getting lost, no problems navigating the airport or how to get to their Hotel!)
“Marco was great, thanks Victoria!”
Their Hotel is a personal favorite and they loved it, too!
“What a wonder place, somewhat hidden from the passing crowds on the narrow streets and alleys, but well situated to all of the sites and sounds and smells, and church bells of Venice.”
The perfect introduction to Venezia – a private guided walk:
“Luisella our energetic guide was wonderful and a wealth of historical knowledge! Great choice Victoria! She showed us a number of off the beaten track pathways and little shops and bakeries more accustomed to locals than tourists.”
On their own: “We’ve done a lot of walking, getting lost, finding our way. A very fun place to explore, really nothing like it.”
And seeing the magnificent Basilica after hours in a small group with LivTours:
“We were lucky to tour San Marco Basilica at night. It was breathtaking.”
– This and all quotes to follow directly from Joe during & after their travels! –
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♦ Next stop: Florence!
Arriving by fast train, then taxi and “whisked away to our apartment in the San Niccolò neighborhood where we were greeted by Victoria. And what an apartment it was! “
“Palazzo San Niccolò, is an 800 year old building, spacious and modern, with an old world feel. And direct access to a beautiful patio and downstairs to a spacious outdoor sitting area. … a very quiet beautiful setting.
We really loved this apartment as well as the neighborhood.”
Enjoying getting together for dinner at Fuori Porta: “Thanks for sharing one of your favorite spots! Right in the San Niccolò neighborhood…Great setting and delicious food. Dinner al fresco is the best.
On the itinerary -a private guided walk/intro to Firenze with tour guide extraordinaire, Michela!
“A fantastic tour on an extremely hot day. Undeterred, she made sure that we experienced all of the most interesting places, the major sights, oldest cafes, and hidden gems, and provided super interesting history lessons for each… Miky was super sweet and we really enjoyed her company.”
A must is a food/walk tour with Taste Florence and it never disappoints!
“If we could only spend one day in Florence, I would want to spend a good portion of the day on this food tour. Alessandro, our food guide extraordinaire, is the son of a chef and a connoisseur of culinary traditions, especially focused on the older San Lorenzo district… Great experience.”
And more fun and exploring including enjoying local cuisine, wine and hospitality!
“We were lucky to share several meals with Victoria and were “treated like locals” LOL everywhere we went…Delicious food, wonderful atmosphere, great company!
Grazie Victoria“
“Thank you for being such a wonderful host. You definitely upped our game here in Florence as well as Venice.
Grazie Victoria!
Thanks for everything!
We have a new friend in Florence!!!”
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♦ Family Time at Il Fontanaro (Paciano, Umbria)
An important part of this vacation was to spend time with family. Mission accomplished at Il Fontanaro! Joe and Mary met their son, daughter-in-law and grandson and they experienced and enjoyed a fabulous time together! I knew that Il Fontanaro was the ideal choice and I wasn’t wrong…
“WoW Victoria, just wow
I was in the pool with my grandson 15 min after we got here. The place is spectacular.”
“Beautiful villa. Beautiful, peaceful location. Everything we could hope for.
Victoria, we just love it here. We have had a very relaxing and fun filled time. ”
Exploring Paciano, day tripping to Assisi… and some local wine tasting and a cooking class!
Cooking together, family time…making memories!
“The cooking class was great!…Alina was our teacher, with a couple assistants. She is fantastic and gorgeous. We are all so happy that we did the class. The food was delicious, despite the fact that we helped make it.”
“We are really enjoying it here.”
I love it! When a lovely family connects with warm and welcoming locals!
“…we met Lucia today. She’s wonderful. I think that I could have talked with her for hours…What a great lady and a great family.”
“We will always treasure our time here in Paciano.”
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♦ The Perfect Finale: Santa Margherita Ligure (Italian Riviera)
Last days relaxing by the sea in picturesque Santa Margherita Ligure.
Enjoying a taste of local life with BeautifuLiguria:
“Viviana was adorable and great. Very nice day, we got our fill of wonderful focaccia, local vegetable specialties, pesto like my grandmother used to make, and extra creamy chocolate dipped gelato! Very nice second to the last day.”
“Thanks for everything Victoria!”
“Victoria is the best! She knows all the best places, all the best people, and above all is a charming, engaging and fun person. She really knows her, uh, “stuff”. She’s a great planner, and stays connected and in touch during your entire time in Italy. We consider ourselves fortunate to have spent time with Victoria in beautiful Firenze, and feel like we’ve made a lasting friend.”
♥ Grazie Joe & Mary!! ♥
What a pleasure to spend time with you when you were here in Florence and to see the rest of your wonderful family vacation be everything that you all dreamed of (maybe more?!)!
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