Stories from Italy

A Collection of Client Experiences

A Winter Wonderland in the Dolomites

For their first international ski trip, Julie and her family of five dreamed of a stress-free getaway to the Dolmites. From easy airport transfers to ski guides, curated restaurant reservations, and non-ski activities to suit a range of ages, every detail was expertly handled.

“All we had to do was get there and enjoy!”

“Ashley was wonderful to work with from start to finish. She really listened to our vision for this trip and very quickly helped us narrow down where exactly to go and how best to structure our time there. This was truly a dream trip!”

-Julie

A Seamless First Family Trip to Italy

For their first Italian adventure, this family of four spent 10 unforgettable days exploring Rome, Bologna, and Venice. We crafted a tailored itinerary with teen-friendly activities, walking routes, and dinner reservations, giving the family a nice balance of structure and flexibility.

“I have never felt so relaxed traveling.”

“[Our trip] couldn’t have been more perfect. Ashley was very accommodating, working with our budget and suggesting activities that would keep our teenage children happy. My favorite thing about working with Ashley is how thorough she was in putting the trip together—really listening to everything we wanted to do and finding a way to hit all the marks. I highly recommend Ashley and would (and will) work with her again.”

-Mary Ann

A Dream Italian Getaway for Six

David and his family of six explored Rome, Florence, and Venice on a trip designed to delight everyone. With a personalized itinerary balancing a range of interests, each family member found something to love on their Italian adventure.

“Ashley, thanks so much for all the help with planning a trip of a lifetime (so far … hopefully many more to come)!”

-David

An Immersion in Roman Culture

Kate and her family of three made the most of their summer vacation, spending a few days in Rome in the middle of August. With a thoughtfully planned itinerary, they experienced authentic Italian culture and explored the city's wonders—maximizing every moment of their limited time.

“Ashley was great and easy to work with. The itinerary she created for us was easy to follow and set us up to see everything in a short time.”

-Kate

A Perfectly Planned 10-Day Italian Getaway

This family of three spent 10 unforgettable days exploring Venice, Florence, Viareggio, Bologna, and Asolo, thanks to Ashley’s thoughtful planning. She balanced cultural experiences with relaxation, even suggesting a beach break in Viareggio—something they hadn’t considered.

“Ashley was so attentive to every detail and listened well to our needs!”

With a 10-year-old eager to create, Ashley curated hands-on experiences like paper marbling, mask painting, glass making, and cooking classes. A highlight? Making tortelloni and tiramisu in a local’s home in Bologna.

“No detail was too small, from suggested walking routes to the apps Ashley loves to navigate Italy. We had welcome notes at each hotel and felt so well cared for throughout the trip.”

— Abby