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Always dreamed of Italy?

Do you crave la dolce vita-- sipping on a glass of wine in a colorful piazza, strolling the romantic cobblestone streets, meandering through the canals of Venice and gazing up at the stoic Roman ruins? Are you curious to explore beyond the sights and learn more about Italian culture, from history, cuisine, traditions, to geography? Are you interested in going off the beaten path, venturing into quaint Italian towns and experiencing the vast natural beauty of the country? Do you want to make your taste buds sing as you eat your way through Italian regional specialties, discovering where your favorite dishes come from? Do you have Italian family roots that you would like to discover and dive deeper into your own family history? Would you like to get an introduction to or learn more of the infamously musical Italian language before your trip? Perfetto! You’ve found your Italy expert who is ready to help make your Italian dreams come true.

“Italian culture is so deeply soaked in an appreciation of the good things in life.”

— Marsika Hargitay

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Why should you trust me?

If you are interested in learning more about travel, studying/living abroad and improving your travel literacy……

  • I’ve visited 38+ countries

  • I’ve backpacked through Europe and Asia as a solo woman traveler

  • I’ve lived in the US, Italy and Germany

  • I’ve studied abroad three times: in Florence, Venice and Corsica

  • I’ve studied at two Italian universities

  • I am polylingual: I learned Italian, French and Spanish and am learning German

  • During my seven years of teaching experience at university I advised students on all topics regarding study abroad, student travel and pursuing studies in language and culture

  • I’ve spent over a decade prioritizing my spending, researching cheaper ways to travel, maximizing my semester breaks, and I became an expert on fitting travel into a tight budget and schedule

If you are interested in all things Italy……

  • I am Italian-American

  • I learned Italian from scratch

  • I taught various levels of Italian at university for 6 years and am currently teaching at a language school in Berlin

  • I have an MA in Italian Studies

  • I am a PhD whose research focused on the translation of Italian language and culture into English

  • I have lived in Italy twice, traveled around the country and continue to visit multiple times per year

  • I’ve worked as a translator of Italian (both written and verbal)

  • I am married to an Italian man who I have been with for 14+ years

  • I have spent over a decade being a part of my husband’s Italian family and navigated cultural differences on an intimate level

Italy Coaching Packages

  • Antipasto - $99

    Everyone knows that the antipasto is the perfect start to every good meal. That’s why I created a package that serves as your ideal introduction to your Italian journey.

    Package includes:

    —One 60 minute private session that covers your main questions and areas of concern before planning your own Italian vacation

    —Session recording

    —Post-session notes

    —Personalized preparation list and action plan

    —Pre-take off email check-in

    —Italy Travel Tips Guide

    —FREE Italian Language for Travel Guide

  • Creamy pasta with meat and herbs on a white plate, placed on a wooden table with a red-and-white checkered napkin, fork, and knife.

    Primo - $349

    The primo piatto, or the first course, is a rich & flavourful dish that always leaves you satisfied. Similarly, this package which is built to fill you up with all you’ll need for an enriching experience that also is sprinkled with a taste of Italian culture.

    Package includes:

    —Three 45 minute private sessions dive deeper into your personal goals and intentions for your trip. Our three sessions will move from brainstorming your ideal Italy vacation to planning an itinerary that suits your needs and finalizing all of the necessary details so that you can say “Ciao Italia!” with confidence.

    —Session recording

    —Suggested itinerary + complimentary revision (as needed)

    —Personalized preparation list and action plan

    —Email check-ins: Pre-take off and mid trip

    —Italy Travel Tips Guide

    —FREE Italian Language for Travel Guide

  • A group of people at a dinner table raising glasses for a toast, with plates of pasta, salad, bread, and vegetables on the table.

    Cena Completa

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    Feel free to ask for more details :)

Book your free call with me and we will work it out together!

Not sure which package suits you best?

Your Questions Answered

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