Maria Grazia Rubino
Born and raised in Southern Italy, I had the privilege to travel a lot, both in Italy and abroad. As a matter of fact, for me, travel is an all-consuming passion that started during my first trip in London. Since then, it grew more and more, especially when I had the chance to travel abroad by myself being lucky enough to meet people from all around the world. I thoroughly enjoyed tasting the local delicacies and getting to make new and fun experiences that I'd only previously dreamed of.
Of course, I want that travelers who visit my beloved country can make the same experiences and feel the same joy I felt. That is why, I enjoy planning a precise itinerary for them, so that they can live their best experience in the smoothest way possible.
How did you get involved in travel?
"I have always loved traveling and I started doing it since I was a teenager. I enjoyed the planning part and had a lot of fun organizing accurately the trip for myself and the people I traveled with, so that we could discover the hidden gems of each destination.
My love for traveling brought me to accept a job at the local InfoPoint, where I could help people exploring the beauty of my region, Calabria, and that was the perfect occasion to do what I loved the most: share the beauty of an amazing Italian region. After that, I started collaborating with Storywalking, an Italian tour operator that organizes FITs and small group tours throughout Italy. "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"Without any doubt, my trip to Japan a life-changing experience for me!
I decided to travel completely on my own and went to Tokyo, where I met a lot of people of my age and lived this unique experience with them. Not only I visited Tokyo, but also Kyoto, Kamakura and other Japanese cities. Moreover, I had the chance to participate in different cultural activities.
I always felt like I was visiting a futuristic city, but the amazing thing is that as soon as I turned any corner, I would found myself in front a beautiful and ancient temple. I think this is one of the most peculiar trait of this country. "
Maria Grazia's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
From Crete's rocky hillsides to the rolling farmlands of Tuscany's heartland, this 10-day itinerary delivers top destinations in both Greece and Italy — and leaves you hungry...
With thousands of years of cultural and culinary history, Italy offers plenty to take in. In 10 days, you can choose to go deep on a particular region or hop between the high...
Many travelers with 10 days to spend in Italy choose to explore two to three cities or regions—you can easily see the top sights in Venice, Florence, Rome, adding the Amalfi...
Family itineraries
Take two weeks to explore Rome and some of Italy's most popular coastal cities with this itinerary designed to make traveling with babies and toddlers simple. Private tours to...
Whether you're hiding behind a Carnival mask, crafting your own gelato flavor, or cruising around Lake Como, Italy has a new experience for your family waiting around every...
Take your young ones on the experience of a lifetime as you travel through Italy. You'll start in Venice, where you'll explore on a slew of scavenger hunts. Follow it with...
Luxury itineraries
Combine the historical splendor of Italy with its natural charm in this 14-day tour, highlighting the ancient cities of Venice, Pisa, Florence, and Rome with sunset gondola...
This 6-day tour is perfect for those wanting to relax on the peaceful shores of Lake Como while still tackling Italy's impressive history. You'll hike the villages of Cinque...
Balance your travels between the city and countryside with this week-long itinerary. In between the art and history found on the busy streets of Milan and Florence, you'll also...
Road trip itineraries
Experience Sicily in all its glory by driving around the island in 2 weeks. Highlights of this tour include Palermo, a cultural melting pot with stunning monuments and vibrant...
Italy is a country made for slow touring: whether you’re cruising through vineyards and silver-green olive groves that dip to the sea in sun-baked Puglia, negotiating hairpin...
An island as beautiful and historically rich as Sicily deserves to be experienced at a leisurely pace. This 15-day itinerary features beaches and cathedrals, fishing villages...
Recent trip reviews for Maria Grazia
Italian Adventure
Italy
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Apr 16 - Apr 25, 2024
Trip to Italy
Italy
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Mar 7 - Mar 15, 2024
Maria, Hello. Marty and I got back one week ...
Italy
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Feb 5 - Feb 16, 2024
Hello.
Marty and I got back one week ago. Here are my/our thoughts on our trip to Sicily.
It was a little confusing picking up our car in Catania as the car rental was a little ways away from where we thought. We got to our B&B, but couldn't drive on the street because it was blocked for the final day of St Agata! Our host, Luca, took Marty to paid parking several blocks away . Luca had changed our room because of the noisy festival, I wish he hadn't, but maybe he just wanted to... Read more
Dear Margaret and Martin,
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your trip to Sicily with Storywalking.
It was a pleasure assisting you and we're delighted to hear that our exceptional local guides made a significant impact on your journey.
I wish you all the best,
Maria Grazia & Storywalking Team
Sardinia is special - the KimKim team with it's extensive knowledge and expansive team of knowledgable people made the visit even better.
Italy
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Dec 27 - Jan 4, 2024
Dear Shannon,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that our Storywalking team played a significant role in ensuring your trip was seamless and enjoyable, and that you found our guides exceptional. We strive to meticulously choose the finest local guides for our travelers, ensuring a level of expertise and friendliness that enhances your exploration.
We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure in the future.
Maria Grazia & Storywalking Team
Our 9 Days on Sicily
Italy
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Oct 30 - Nov 7, 2023
Thank you for your kind words regarding your travel experience with us.
It was an absolute pleasure to assist you in organizing your trip, and it's wonderful to know our top local guides left a lasting impression on your journey. At Storywalking, we take great pride in curating a team of top-notch guides who are not only knowledgeable, but also passionate about providing an enriching and memorable experience for our travelers.
We're also glad to know that our communication app... Read more
Honeymoon Trip
Italy
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Oct 10 - Oct 30, 2023
Dear Allison,
Thank you for sharing your travel experience with our Storywalking team!
Creating special memories for our travelers is at the heart of what we do. We're delighted to know that you have cherished moments from your travels in Italy, as we always strive to ensure that your travel planning process is seamless and stress-free.
If you ever decide to embark on another adventure in Italy, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Warm regards,
Maria Grazia & Storywalking Team
Amazing trip
Italy
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Oct 15 - Oct 28, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your trip to Italy arranged by our Storywalking team!
We're glad that our team was able to quickly resolve the little glitch on the day of your arrival, and ensure a smooth transfer to your hotel. We are dedicated to being effective problem solvers also thanks to our support chat, and your acknowledgment means a lot to us.
We also take great pride in selecting the best guides and local drivers to enhance our travelers'... Read more
A First for Us and Fulfillment of our Dream Trip!
Italy
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Oct 25 - Oct 31, 2023
Dear Jim,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with our Storywalking team!
Our commitment to thorough communication and meticulous planning is at the core of our service, and we're delighted that you found our guidance, planning, and support essential in making your dream trip come true. We always aim to arrange our top guides, accommodations and give our travelers our best suggestions so that they can enjoy the authentic side of Italy.
I wish you and Ann the best!
Maria Grazia
Our Trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
Italy
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Oct 9 - Oct 16, 2023
I can honestly say that Italy is an amazing place to visit. The three guided tours, the first in Sorrento and the second and third in Rome, were so interesting and I can't say enough about the guides you assigned to us. Our 8-hr Amalfi Coast/Positano tour was so beautiful and our guide explained everything to us and helped us understand the history of this awesome countryside. Not to mention he entertained us with his singing and his colorful personality. In Rome, our... Read more
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your travel experience you had with my Storywalking team.
We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience, and we truly appreciate your kind words.
We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed your tours in both Rome and Sorrento and that our guides were able to provide you with valuable insights into the history and culture of these remarkable places.
Your input is invaluable in helping us improve our services, and we will... Read more
Venetian success
Italy
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Sep 13 - Sep 24, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience working with us, and I'm happy I had the chance to work with you.
Our dedication and problem-solving skills are certainly something we take great pride in. It's fantastic to know that our colleague Barbara went above and beyond to ensure your trip went smoothly, even anticipating some unexpected changes of your travel. Our Storywalking team is... Read more