Anita Matijasevic
I am passionate about travels, positive and enthusiastic people and exploring new places off the beaten path. Always ready for new life adventures and exciting experiences that make my heart beat faster. I enjoy creating unique travel experiences for my travelers, family and friends by immersing them in the reality of the country they are visiting.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"I enjoy organising couple getaways, family&friends trip, hiking adventures and wine tasting experience through Italy and Spain and immersing my travellers in the local culture and traditions of the country they will be visiting."
How did you get involved in travel?
"It all started at the age of 15 and when I escaped from home with my older sister, one bag and passport on a day trip from Croatia to the Amusement park in the northern Italy. That trip made me want to travel and discover more which ulteriorly led me to one of the best decisions in my life - to enter the University and study foreign languages. After getting my bachelor's degree in Italian Language and Literature I got opportunity to spend 6 months on a Erasmus Study Stay in Naples, visit the south of Italy and later on start my first working experience aboad, in beautiful Florence. For my personal passions and redevelopment of my native country Croatia, I have also participated in various cultural and debating projects for which I have traveled a lot through Italy, Spain, Cyprus, Poland, Turkey, Lithuania, Latvia and met so many interesting people with same interest in travel who just confirmed me my life vision - dreams do come true, they sometimes just take time."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"One travel experience that makes me particularly happy happened in December 2019. After my university studies I wanted to turn my lifelong dream into reality, so I booked a one way ticket for my dream continent - South America and voluntereed for two months in Chile, Argentina and Brasil. I will never forget the simplicity and warmth of local people, the colorful streets always full of music, exotic fruits never seen before and beautiful panoramic views on every corner. I consider myself happy because I've got the chance to live with locals in their families and share everyday moments which helped me understand more their culture, break down all the stereotypes that media wanted me to believe and made me see the real South America in a way that might not have occured otherwise."
Anita's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
This 8-day itinerary takes you on a gastronomic adventure through two of Italy’s most spectacular landscapes and cuisines. Starting in the Piedmont hill town of La Morra, you’ll...
Spend 10 days amid the mighty Dolomites as you visit the Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks and Odle Mountains. Stay in charming towns full of colorful architecture. Explore regional...
Discover Salento's culinary treasures with wine, burrata, and olive oil tastings while mastering the art of local cuisine and exploring several of southern Puglia's most...
Family itineraries
Experience the rich history and stunning beauty of Andalusia, Spain's southern region, as you drive through the classic destinations of Seville, Cádiz, Málaga, Granada, and the...
There are no more beautiful locales in Spain's Catalonia region than Barcelona and the Balearic Islands. You'll visit both on a 10-day excursion that begins in Barcelona with...
Discover culture, royalty, gastronomy, and more on this epic 12-day family vacation to Spain. Through child-friendly walking and cycle tours, nature hikes, and cooking classes,...
Recent trip reviews for Anita
Great guides
Spain
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Apr 23 - Apr 30, 2026
Nacho - Alhambra: informative, engaging, enthusiastic about the history and culture, warm and welcoming
Sonia - Mijas basketweaving - informative, engaging, enthusiastic about the history and culture, warm and welcoming
Sofia - Malaga Picasso museum - informative, engaging, enthusiastic about the history and culture, warm and welcoming
Hi Jim,
Thank you for your feedback. I’m so glad to hear that Nacho at the Alhambra, Sonia in Mijas, and Sofia at the Malaga Picasso Museum made such a positive impression and helped bring the history and culture of each destination to life with their warm hospitality and enthusiasm. We hope to welcome you again on another memorable experience soon, whether it’s in Italy, Spain, Portugal, or Morocco. 🌞🗺️ Wishing you all the best! Anita and Espiritu Travel Team
Loved Tuscany, Amalfi coast, Pompeii and Moun...
Italy
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May 4 - May 15, 2026
Hi Joel, thank you for your review! I’m glad the cooking class and the sailing along the Amalfi Coast were such highlights of your trip. I also appreciate your kind words about Agriturismo La Pievina and Hotel Tirrenia, and I’ll make sure to pass your feedback along to the hosts and staff.
It was a pleasure helping you plan this journey, and I’d be happy to help you again whenever you start thinking about your next trip. Wishing you all the best, Anita
Trip through Italy
Italy
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May 1 - May 10, 2026
Thank you so much, William! It was a pleasure helping you plan this trip, and I’m happy to hear that you and the whole group had a great time!! Planning a trip for four families (and a little one!) definitely came with a few moving parts, so I’m really glad we were able to create an itinerary that worked well for everyone.
It means a lot to know that you trust me with your family’s travels, and I’m already looking forward to helping you plan the next adventure whenever you’re ready. I wish you all the best, Anita 😊
Italy in 2 weeks - North to South
Italy
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Apr 14 - Apr 29, 2026
Hi Jane and Gene, thank you so much for your thoughtful review! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed seeing so many highlights of Italy and that the guides, activities, and boat trips made the experience especially memorable. I appreciate the honest feedback about the hotels in Rome and Florence. We’ll absolutely take this into account moving forward. Thank you again for traveling with us, and we would love to help plan another trip for you soon, with a stronger focus on higher-level hotel stays next time! I wish you all the best! Anita🌸✨
A Five-Star Experience: Wonders of Portugal: Culture, Coastlines & Islands
Portugal
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Apr 15 - Apr 24, 2026
Dear Vivian,
Thank you so much for your trip review, it truly means a lot!
I’m happy to hear how much you enjoyed your time in Portugal, from Porto and Fátima to the mountains and coast. It’s also wonderful to know that João Pedro made such a positive impression on your Monchique day, and that you enjoyed the premium catamaran experience in a small group with our crew. 😊
It was a pleasure helping you plan this trip, and if you ever decide to return to Portugal or if you start thinking of a trip to Spain, Italy or Morocco, I would be happy to help you as well! I wish you all the best, Anita
Portugal will forever have a place in my heart
Portugal
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Apr 11 - Apr 29, 2026
ancient civilizations, so I was very interested in the history, but also the culture of the people. She put together an itinerary that was perfect for me. From the moment I arrived, I was treated with kindness and helpfulness from every tour guide... Read more
Thank you so much for your trip review! I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience in such detail. I’m very glad to hear that you felt well supported throughout your trip and that the itinerary matched your interest in history and culture so well. It’s also wonderful to know that you felt safe and comfortable as you travelled through Portugal as a solo traveler. 💕
Thank you again for your trust in me and the team. I’m happy your first visit to Portugal was... Read more
Wonderful itenerary to get a taste of all the major cities in Italy!
Italy
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Apr 8 - Apr 25, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed the itinerary and that our guides left such a great impression. I really appreciate your feedback regarding the tour durations as well and for your note about the hotel in Sorrento, it’s great to know it stood out so positively! It was a pleasure helping you plan this trip, and if you ever decide to return to Italy (there’s always more to discover!), or if you start thinking of a trip to Spain,... Read more
Italy
Italy
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Mar 18 - Mar 31, 2026
I’m also glad that transportation and most accommodations met your expectations, though I’m sorry to hear about the... Read more
Overall, the trip was good. But there were se...
Italy
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Mar 18 - Mar 31, 2026
Great trip!
Portugal
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Mar 1 - Mar 13, 2026
Hi Suzanne, thank you so much for your feedback! I’m really happy to hear that you had a wonderful trip and enjoyed many of the tours, especially the cooking experience in Alentejo and the day in Peneda-Gerês National Park. I really appreciate your notes on the hotel room sizes and the rest of the tours, this kind of feedback is very helpful for us as we continuously review our partners and experiences. It was a pleasure helping you plan this trip, and I hope I can help you with some of your next adventures to Italy, Portugal, Spain or Morocco! 😍