Frequently Asked Questions
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We design your trip around your interests, pace and budget. We recommend hotels, transportation and experiences, handle the bookings, and are your point of contact before you travel.
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Planning fees are currently waived. We are paid through commissions from hotels, tour operators and other travel suppliers, so in most cases you pay no more than you would booking on your own.
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Italy is our specialty, and we also plan journeys across Europe and around the world.
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Yes. We plan vacations for families of all ages, multigenerational trips, getaways with friends and journeys for special-interest groups.
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For international trips we suggest 6 to 12 months ahead, and even earlier for groups or peak season. Shorter timelines are often possible too, so just reach out.
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We review your details and reach out to talk about your travel style, budget and must-sees. Then we prepare a custom itinerary for you to review before anything is booked.
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We strongly recommend travel protection for international trips and are happy to talk through options with you.
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Yes. We are a California registered Seller of Travel (No. 2173883-70), affiliated with Oasis Travel Network and Signature Travel Network, and members of CLIA and ASTA.
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Yes. We work with travelers in both English and Spanish.
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Small-group journeys to Italy that we design ourselves, accompanied by Rosario as your bilingual host. We travel together by private coach with our own driver, and hotels, transfers, guided visits and shared experiences like cooking classes and wine tastings are all taken care of.
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Up to 14 travelers. That’s small enough to feel personal, get to know each other and enjoy each place together, without the crowds of a large tour.
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Yes. Rosario accompanies the group from start to finish. You’ll have a familiar face and a bilingual host who knows the itinerary, takes care of the details along the way and is there to help with anything you need, alongside the local guides at each destination.
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Each trip’s details list exactly what’s included. In general, your hotels, private coach travel, guided visits and many shared experiences are arranged for you, with free time built in to explore on your own.
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A deposit holds your spot on the trip. The full payment schedule and cancellation terms come with each trip’s details, and your payments go directly to the travel suppliers.
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Yes, solo travelers are very welcome. A private room is available for an additional single supplement.
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Join the Group Trip Waitlist on our Group Trips page. You’ll be the first to hear about new dates and itineraries, with early sign-up before spots open to everyone.