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Fabio Ilardi

Originally from Italy, I lived and worked in 6 different countries and traveled across about 40 more around the globe.
During my travels, I love to interact with local people, visit monuments and art galleries, taste local food, spend time connecting with nature, and get to know as much as I can of the local culture. I truly believe that traveling provides us unique chances of growth, at any stage of our lives.
I really love, as a local agent, to expose foreign travelers to my country’s beautiful history, culture, nature, and all the great experiences that it has to offer.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Our expertise spans both Italy's famous landmarks and its lesser-known, hidden gems. We regularly explore Italy to discover new travel opportunities, unveiling unique experiences for our clients along the way.

We create itineraries that embrace a wide array of activities, including hiking expeditions, guided explorations of historical sites, city strolls or cycling tours, boat adventures, delightful culinary and wine experiences, and immersive visits to local wineries. Our seasoned guides enhance your journey, ensuring it becomes an unforgettable experience."

How did you get involved in travel?

"I have always been fascinated by our world’s different cultures, customs, and history since I was a little kid. My first experience living abroad - in Norway - back in 2013, working in the tourism industry as a travel advisor and private guide at close contact with people from all-over the world, made me realize how important of a chance that would have been for my personal growth.
I still remember how it filled me with joy, hearing positive comments from my guests while admiring the views over the Norwegian fjords and the surrounding mountains – and it still definitely does, when I see tourists strolling around Italy’s ancient streets with an amazed look on their faces.

From that year after, I haven’t stopped moving around to explore the wonders of this planet. Even if only for a few days trip, I try to do that as much as I can.

I now happily live in Italy, Lake Como area, where I love to spend time riding my motorcycle, take amazing photos over the lake and the majestic alps in the background, or go for hiking excursions with friends.
From time to time, I like to treat myself at nice restaurants or take an Italian "aperitivo" with views over beautiful Lake Como. "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"I carry with love the memories of my solo trip through Morocco in 2016. I covered around 2000 Km in a week, met people from different areas and backgrounds, while the main highlight was spending a night in the Sahara looking at the stars.

I flew to Marrakech with only one night booked at a local hostel, and nothing planned at all for the rest of the trip. I didn’t do much research either, as it was a very last-minute arrangement, plus, I was working so much the days prior to the departure.

The very first day I casually met the hostel manager who was born and raised in Italy from a Moroccan family and recently moved to Marrakech to start a new life. She advised me to take a 3-day tour through ancient Casbahs, Atlas Mountains, and Merzouga Desert. Here we go, I know what to visit for the next 3 days.

The morning after I jumped on a minibus and slowly started to collect all the other participants form their accommodations. We were a mix of people from Argentina, Australia, China, Mexico, and of course myself from Italy. The second day we even picked up a random Japanese guy on the way, who was literally boiling while walking under 45 degrees burning sun - God knows where he was trying to go, so he joined.

As we approached the Sahara, dunes were getting taller and taller and amazingly beautiful with their unique golden shades. We left the minibus after having taken a good amount of water for the afternoon and the night - which we obviously all forgot in the trunk and realized it only later in the afternoon – and took a camel to reach the tents camp.
The sunset was unreal, and even more unreal the night sky. I hadn’t seen anything like that before, and still now, many years after, I haven’t experienced such a clear vision of the night sky. We could literally see the universe. We eventually all fell asleep on the carpets out in the dunes close to the camp.

Fun fact - in the morning we were all set to leave the camp on our camels, when the first one in the line started to groan, all of a sudden it went crazy and ran away from the group. Consequently, all the others followed the first, I remember I struggled so much trying to stay on the running camel, but others in the group fell down. Nothing serious happened luckily.

After these 3-day tour I spent the remaining time with some people from the group and we ended the trip together. We are still in touch and this trip I believe is one that I will never forget.
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Recent trip reviews for Fabio

Italy in October - couldn't be better!
Italy | Sep 30 - Oct 9, 2024

Martin
Martin L.
Drexel Heights, AZ | Reviewed on Oct 18, 2024
All the arrangements were great. We enjoyed all aspects of this trip and were pleased with the accommodations. The guides were excellent, especially Francesco who took us through Pompeii and gave us loads of information about the what we were seeing. Read more

All the arrangements were great. We enjoyed all aspects of this trip and were pleased with the accommodations. The guides were excellent, especially Francesco who took us through Pompeii and gave us loads of information about the what we were seeing.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Continental
Sorrento

Although our room did not have a great view, it was lovely and the staff was very helpful. The location was good.

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Within walking distance of a great pedestrian area/shopping district.
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Royal Prisco Hotel
Positano

Fabulous view down to the sea. Walking distance to just about everything. Very helpful staff.

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Otivm Hotel
Rome

Very comfortable room. Excellent location close to the many attractions including the Coliseum and the Vitoria Emanuel monument.

Authenticity & Character
The rooftop bar is wonderful.
Location
Staff
Always willing to give us advice and directions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Full-day Private Tour of Pompeii, Mt. Vesuvius and a Local Winery
Full-day Private Tour of Pompeii, Mt. Vesuvius and a Local Winery
Italy

Pompeii was so amazing. Mt Vesuvius was fun to walk to the summit and to see the crater and the winery tour was great. The wine was good as was the food.

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Full-Day Amalfi Coast & Capri Island Boat Excursion | Stop in Capri Island
Full-Day Amalfi Coast & Capri Island Boat Excursion | Stop in Capri Island
Sorrento

Marco, our boat captain was wonderful, friendly and enjoyable to be with. He was an excellent captain and got us into the Blue Grotto with minimal hassles in spite of the large number of people waiting to enter.

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Amalfi Coast Road Trip - Stop in Amalfi and Ravello | Private Tour
Amalfi Coast Road Trip - Stop in Amalfi and Ravello | Private Tour
Sorrento

The road is very crooked and the traffic is intense, but it was worth it to see Amalfi and Ravello. Our driver was very good and there were lots of great sights to see.

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Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Rome

Simona, our guide really enhanced this visit. She had a wealth of knowledge to share with us making the visit very enjoyable. We had been to the Colosseum many years before without a guide and this was so much better.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide as excellent!
Rome Crypts and Catacombs Tour
Rome Crypts and Catacombs Tour
Rome

We had visited some crypts in Portugal and this was very similar and interesting. The tour of the crypt seemed a bit rushed, but the catacombs tour was outstanding.

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Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Oct 19, 2024

Buongiorno Martin, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your trip, especially the accommodations and the l guides. Francesco will be thrilled to know he made such an impact during your Pompeii tour. It was a pleasure helping you plan your journey, and I hope to assist you with future travels! Wishing you all the best!
Arrivederci,
Fabio

Special Trip to Italy
Italy | Sep 21 - Oct 6, 2024

Donna
Donna S.
Jacksonville, FL | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024
We have never worked with someone to plan a trip in Europe before. This was a special trip as we were celebrating my 70th birthday, so when I saw KimKim and read their reviews, I contacted them. I first worked with someone else, then Fabio. Some excellent suggestions were made and they always promptly answered any questions that I had. They helped me to make choices and made changes when I read something new and I changed my mind. We liked how they took care of the accommodations (with my... Read more

We have never worked with someone to plan a trip in Europe before. This was a special trip as we were celebrating my 70th birthday, so when I saw KimKim and read their reviews, I contacted them. I first worked with someone else, then Fabio. Some excellent suggestions were made and they always promptly answered any questions that I had. They helped me to make choices and made changes when I read something new and I changed my mind. We liked how they took care of the accommodations (with my approval of the hotels), rental car, train ticket, and all the drivers. They never pushed anything...just worked hand and hand with me to come up with an itinerary. Always gracious, and I felt "safe" knowing that Fabio was there to help when/if needed. We had no serious problems, and the hotels were wonderful (especially the one in Tuscany). The cooking class in Sorrento was lovely and so was the food and wine tour in Florence. Unfortunately, at my own mistake....we missed the food tour in Trastevere when I got the night wrong and failed to double check the itinerary.
All the drivers were great, especially the one from Sorrento to Rome. And, Fabio made sure to let our Amalfi Coast driver know that I might be a little nervous with all that I had heard about the drive along the Amalfi Coast. However, I actually had zero problems with that drive, even with the back and forth tight traffic. Believe me, that says a lot about our driver who did an excellent job.
All and all, we had a wonderful time in Italy. It is my favorite country to visit and we hope to go back again to explore other areas of Italy. Appreciated the care of consideration that Fabio showed throughout our trip.

Hotel Reviews
Salvadonica - Borgo del Chianti
San Casciano in Val di pesa

Oh my goodness....loved, loved, loved this place. It was so charming and the grounds were lovely and peaceful. We had a Junior Suite, which meant small bedroom with a separate sitting room. Everything was well appointed, clean and just lovely. We had a spectacular view from all three of our windows on the second floor.. Breakfast and late lunch food was excellent and the service was unbelievable. We never had dinner there. Would definitely go back to this location again, and have already recommended it to friends.

Authenticity & Character
Simply perfect with Tuscany charm and a touch of modern.
Location
It was easily accessible from Florence, and to the towns in the countryside.
Staff
Particularly liked how friendly the staff was, and the warm welcomes to morning breakfast.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean, and functional. However, I would suggest a full length mirror on one wall.
Grand Hotel De La Ville
Sorrento

The hotel was immaculately clean and bright. My favorite area was the outdoor seating area for breakfast. Only went to the rooftop bar once to take in the view, but it was nice. The service thought out the hotel was exceptional and we had a nice view of the sea. Well appointed rooms and an easy walk to places of interest in Sorrento.

Authenticity & Character
Very pretty and nice. But, not sure what the decorating theme was....didn't seem coastal Italian. Kept meaning to ask, but forgot.
Location
Staff
Could not have been friendlier or more helpful.
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Activity Reviews
Florence Food Tour
Florence Food Tour
Florence

Delightful guide as she was knowledgable and so sweet. Bless her heart...too much wine for me so she worried a bit about me on the uneven stone walkways.

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Amalfi Coast Road Trip | Private Tour
Amalfi Coast Road Trip | Private Tour
Sorrento

Very happy that we saw a bit of the Amalfi Coast. Our favorite town was Ravello as it was beautiful and not as crowded. We missed seeing the town of Amalfi due to slow traffic and a slow lunch service in Ravello. It was a beautiful view of Ravello, but they completely forgot our order, until we finally asked. So that took away from our tour time.

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Pizza & Pasta Masterclass in Sorrento
Pizza & Pasta Masterclass in Sorrento
Sorrento

Delightful. The chef instructor was wonderful, the group was fun, and the view from the cooking school was beautiful.

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Trastevere Local Food Tour
Trastevere Local Food Tour
Rome

Sad to say that we missed this because I got my nights mixed up. My mistake! Sure that it would have need wonderful as it was something that we were looking forward to.

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Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Oct 11, 2024
Buongiorno Donna! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed review! I’m so glad to hear that your Birthday Trip to Italy was a memorable one and that you enjoyed everything from the accommodations to the experiences.
I really appreciate the details and feedback on each activity, especially knowing that you felt supported throughout the whole process. It was our pleasure to help create an itinerary that fit your needs, and I’m glad the drivers, particularly on the Amalfi...
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Buongiorno Donna! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed review! I’m so glad to hear that your Birthday Trip to Italy was a memorable one and that you enjoyed everything from the accommodations to the experiences.
I really appreciate the details and feedback on each activity, especially knowing that you felt supported throughout the whole process. It was our pleasure to help create an itinerary that fit your needs, and I’m glad the drivers, particularly on the Amalfi Coast, made your journey smooth and enjoyable. I look forward to working with you and Steve again when you’re ready to explore more of beautiful Italy! 🙂 🙂
Warm Regards,
Fabio

Our trip to Italy was SOngreat!
Italy | Sep 15 - Oct 6, 2024

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Lisa B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2024

Our trip to Italy was great! Fabio was fabulous! He answered all of our questions before we left and was fast to respond. Once we were in Italy, it was easy to contact him. He had great suggestions and recommendations of places to stay and things to do and see. I rate this trip five stars with Fabio and Kim Kim. Excellent service excellent trip. Excellent ITALY! !

Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Oct 09, 2024

Buongiorno Lisa,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure to help you plan your trip to Italy. I’m delighted to hear that my recommendations and support made your experience enjoyable and stress-free. Italy has so much to offer, and it’s wonderful to know that Cheryl and Roger had an excellent time exploring it. I look forward to assisting you with your next Italian adventure.

Wishing you all the very best! 🙂

Grazie,
Fabio

An amazing 2 week trip in Italy
Italy | Sep 6 - Sep 19, 2024

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Vanessa D.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 07, 2024
I could not have planned this trip without Fabio's help. He was so patient and answered every question I had. He tailored our itinerary perfectly and helped me secure the perfect the most amazing hotels and activities for our group. Fabio went above and beyond even while we were on our trip. The day before we left, Fabio let us know that there was a strike happening and that our trains were cancelled but not to worry he booked us a taxi instead and at no additional cost to us. Not having to... Read more

I could not have planned this trip without Fabio's help. He was so patient and answered every question I had. He tailored our itinerary perfectly and helped me secure the perfect the most amazing hotels and activities for our group. Fabio went above and beyond even while we were on our trip. The day before we left, Fabio let us know that there was a strike happening and that our trains were cancelled but not to worry he booked us a taxi instead and at no additional cost to us. Not having to deal with those unforeseen travel changes was a blessing. Fabio also helped me plan 2 separate events outside of my itinerary with a large group of my friends and graciously dealt with many last minute changes and updates.

Sabrina was our tour guide for our colosseum tour and she was absolutely amazing. We asked her so many questions about ancient Rome and the colosseum that we lost track of time and she so nicely stayed for an extra half hour. The tour of the colosseum was one of the most memorable parts of our trip.

Our drivers that took us to Florence and all around Tuscany, Stefano and Jury were wonderful. They were both very engaging and lovely to talk to and encouraged me to practice my Italian with them which I really appreciated. Stefano even walked us around each of the little towns he drove us to in Tuscany and shared some history and places of interest about each.

Another highlight was the truffle hunt. Our guide and his dog, Dora were wonderful company as we learned all out hunting for truffles. Dora found us many truffles.

Hotel Reviews
Otivm Hotel
Rome

I was delightfully surprised by this hotel. It's centrally located next all the main sites in the city center but it's located on a quieter side street. The rooms were very spacious and comfortable and the breakfast on the roof overlooking the city was amazing. The Front desk, and staff were very kind and welcoming.

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Walkable to all the most important sites in the city center but down a quieter side street
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Mormoraia
San Gimignano

I highly recommend this hotel and to anyone staying in Tuscany or San Gimignano, the views around the property and from our hotel room were stunning. The rooms are very modern and chic. I shared a room with my mother and my aunt but I would say the rooms and the overall experience would be better suited for couples traveling. Most of the guests were younger, perhaps on their honeymoon or older couples. Breakfast was included and it was amazing every day. At night we ate at the restaurant on the property and that was also very delicious.

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Doria Palace Boutique Hotel
Rome

This hotel is in a great location, very walkable to all the sites and right next to a Santa Maria maggiore Basilica. I was in Rome for a wedding and I asked to be closed to the hotel of the wedding party so that I could use the shuttle services. The hotel itself is very tiny /narrow. The elevator was a little scary as it only fits one person and barely any luggage. The rooms were on the smaller side but clean and comfortable. The rooftop bar served breakfast every day and drinks at night. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

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Activity Reviews
Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Rome

Sabrina was fantastic. She is so knowledgable and engaging, we loved our tour with her. We asked her so many questions that we actually missed going to 2 other scheduled sites during our tour because we were so fascinated by the colosseum. She graciously stayed for another half hour and quickly walked us through the palatine hill. I highly recommend Sabrina to anyone looking for a private tour of the Colosseum.

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Truffle Hunting Experience With Lunch and Wine Tasting
Truffle Hunting Experience With Lunch and Wine Tasting
Italy

This was a very unique and wonderful experience. We got a private transfer and tour with a truffle hunter and his wonderful dog, Dora. We were pleasantly surprised that we were able to find so many truffles and it was very to get to dig up our own. Poggia wine tasting and lunch was delicious and they were kind enough to cook up our truffles we found into a dish.

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Val D’Orcia and Brunello Wine Tour
Val D’Orcia and Brunello Wine Tour
Italy

I wound up cancelling one of these tours for the day as we were worried about doing too many wine tasting. The one winery we did go to was beautiful and just recently renovated. We were given our own private room for the tasting and they served us lunch which was the best lasagna of my life. The space is huge and we were unfortunately the only ones there.

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Private Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Private Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Rome

Unfortunately the Vatican was incredibly packed when we visited and we had to wait a while to actually go in to the sistine chapel, which of course was not the fault of the tour guide. However, at times it seemed like she was exasperated by the crowds, she was having a hard time engaging our large group. Her accent also made it harder to understand her over the audio speaker and all the noise. She did not accomopany us into St. Peter's but it would have been nice to have someone guide us through the basilica. Unfortunately much of the site is under construction and scaffolding, preparing for next years jubliee.

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Rome Food Tour
Rome Food Tour
Rome

Amazing! It was great to explore a new neighborhood and get out of the city center. Maurizio took us a wonderful assortment of shops all showcasing Rome's local cuisine. He also shared some Roman history and walked us through a basilica as a part of the tour.

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Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Oct 07, 2024
Ciao Vanessa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m so glad to hear that your trip was such a success and that I could be part of making it special for you. It was truly my pleasure to help plan every detail and to ensure everything went smoothly, especially when the unexpected strike disrupted your train plans. Sabrina, Stefano, and Jury will be so pleased to hear your kind words. I’ll be sure to pass along your praise to them. It’s also wonderful to hear that your truffle... Read more

Ciao Vanessa,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m so glad to hear that your trip was such a success and that I could be part of making it special for you. It was truly my pleasure to help plan every detail and to ensure everything went smoothly, especially when the unexpected strike disrupted your train plans. Sabrina, Stefano, and Jury will be so pleased to hear your kind words. I’ll be sure to pass along your praise to them.

It’s also wonderful to hear that your truffle hunt with Dora was a highlight! Truffle hunting is such a unique experience, and I’m glad you had fun and were successful with Dora’s help.

Thank you again for your kind words. It was a pleasure working with you, and I hope we can help you plan another unforgettable trip in the future! 🙂

Wishing you all the best!

Fabio

Grazie Fabio!
Italy | Aug 11 - Aug 23, 2024

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Ryan K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 05, 2024
Fabio was an absolute pleasure to work with and booked the most incredible 2-week trip to Italy for us. We reached out with a vague itinerary and needed some guidance in terms of places to visit. Fabio was very helpful in terms of helping us narrow our focus and providing his honest assessment of what he thought we would like based on getting to know our preferences and desires for the trip. Fabio even suggested one town that we had not previously considered, which ended up being our... Read more

Fabio was an absolute pleasure to work with and booked the most incredible 2-week trip to Italy for us. We reached out with a vague itinerary and needed some guidance in terms of places to visit. Fabio was very helpful in terms of helping us narrow our focus and providing his honest assessment of what he thought we would like based on getting to know our preferences and desires for the trip. Fabio even suggested one town that we had not previously considered, which ended up being our favorite destination! He was very responsive, and overall a pleasure to work with. We had a number of calls to refine the itinerary, and each time Fabio was extremely patient and thorough. It is clear that Fabio cares about his clients and takes pride in his work. Fabio was also very accessible while we were on the trip in terms of helping to adjust dinner reservations, and even helping us to change our train tickets an hour before the departure time when we were running late. Overall, the destinations and activities that Fabio recommended were fantastic, and we loved the hotels too. We would gladly work with Fabio again, and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to plan a trip to Italy. Thank you for everything Fabio, we had such an amazing time and will be back soon!

Hotel Review
Hotel Helvetia
Sestri Levante

Our favorite hotel of the trip. Service was impeccable (thanks in large part to the hotel’s small size). The views are fantastic, we felt like we were in a movie. The common areas and rooms are beautifully appointed. The pool, restaurant patio and rooftop bar were also fantastic. Our favorite part might have been the private beach chairs and paddle boards. An easy walk into town too. We will be back!

Authenticity & Character
Very charming
Location
Easy walk into town with great views
Staff
Very friendly and attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Sep 06, 2024

Hello Ryan,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m delighted to hear that you had such an amazing time in Italy and that the itinerary we created together exceeded your expectations. It was a pleasure working with you to fine-tune every detail. I’m especially happy that the town we added, Sestri Levante, became your favorite — those discoveries are what make trips so memorable! :)

Thank you again for trusting me with your travel plans! I’d be absolutely thrilled to work with you and Evan on your next Italian adventure. Wishing you both all the best!

Arrivederci,
Fabio

One of our favorite trips to date! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Italy | Jul 20 - Jul 30, 2024

Lindsey
Lindsey J.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jul 31, 2024
We loved our trip to Italy. Fabio was excellent and so informative and helpful. He was very responsive on texts as well. We had some unforeseen air travel delays and Fabio made all the necessary adjustments quickly and efficiently. All of our hotels were perfect - great locations, delicious breakfasts and comfortable for our family of 5. He also did a great job on suggesting tours to take and all of our guides were A++++. I highly recommend Fabio. We want to return to Italy to explore other... Read more

We loved our trip to Italy. Fabio was excellent and so informative and helpful. He was very responsive on texts as well. We had some unforeseen air travel delays and Fabio made all the necessary adjustments quickly and efficiently. All of our hotels were perfect - great locations, delicious breakfasts and comfortable for our family of 5. He also did a great job on suggesting tours to take and all of our guides were A++++. I highly recommend Fabio. We want to return to Italy to explore other areas and when we do, we will definitely use Fabio again.

Hotel Reviews
Il Castello Apartment
Menaggio

Great apartment! A little difficult finding it but Fabio helped. AC wasn’t working 100% but weather outside was gorgeous so it didn’t matter. Amazing location.

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The Frame Hotel Florence
Florence

Location is amazing! Comfortable. Fit our family of 5 well. Front desk staff is great too. Breakfast is delicious.

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Hotel Plaza Sorrento
Sorrento

Location, location, location. Awesome hotel in the perfect spot in town. Amazing rooftop bar and comfortable rooms. Breakfast is also very good. Pool is crowded and people cover their chairs w towels and then never come back so we didn’t ever get more than one chair for 5 of us. Wish hotel regulated that more.

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Hotel Condotti - Luxury Apartments
Roma

Lovely spacious apartment. Great location. Comfortable!

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Activity Reviews
Skip-The-Line Accademia Gallery Ticket
Skip-The-Line Accademia Gallery Ticket
Florence
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Full-Day Amalfi Coast & Capri Island Boat Excursion | Stop in Capri Island
Full-Day Amalfi Coast & Capri Island Boat Excursion | Stop in Capri Island
Sorrento

Great! Loved the private tour. The stop in Capri was a little long…but besides that, it was great.

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Full-Day Boat Experience - Explore Lake Como
Full-Day Boat Experience - Explore Lake Como
Italy

So much fun and informative.

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The Mall Firenze | Shopping Tour
The Mall Firenze | Shopping Tour
Florence

Perfect!

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Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Rome

Informative guide. It was VERY hot but she gave us many breaks in the shade.

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Private Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Private Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Rome

Best guide ever! He was informative and kept it interesting for our children.

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Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Jul 31, 2024

Ciao Lindsey,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m delighted to hear that you loved your trip to Italy and found my assistance helpful and informative. I’m also glad you enjoyed the hotels and tours. I will be sure to pass on your positive feedback to the guides.

I look forward to helping you and your family explore more of Italy in the future. Wishing you all the best! 🙂

Greetings from Italy,
Fabio

Fabio - sending a final Note and big thank yo...
Italy | Jun 29 - Jul 5, 2024

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Leslie Ann A.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2024
Fabio - sending a final Note and big thank you for putting together a fabulous trip to the Amalfi Coast for my family!
Your attention to detail, constant communication, and updates along the way were such a comfort as we finalized the itinerary in two weeks!!
Thank you for making this trip memorable and we will be sure to recommend you to our family and friends!
Best - Leslie Ahmad
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Fabio - sending a final Note and big thank you for putting together a fabulous trip to the Amalfi Coast for my family!
Your attention to detail, constant communication, and updates along the way were such a comfort as we finalized the itinerary in two weeks!!
Thank you for making this trip memorable and we will be sure to recommend you to our family and friends!
Best - Leslie Ahmad

Hotel Review
Imperial Hotel Tramontano
Sorrento

Best location in Sorrento. Historic hotel, attentive staff, family friendly

Authenticity & Character
Previously a private mansion…
Location
Water views. Close to city center
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms with balconies overlooking water. Rey comfortable beds, showers great.
Activity Reviews
Full-day Private Tour of Pompeii, Mt. Vesuvius and a Local Winery
Full-day Private Tour of Pompeii, Mt. Vesuvius and a Local Winery
Italy

Do not Miss this one! Perfect day…winery lunch awesome! Tours a must do!

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Cooking Experience with Donna Rita
Cooking Experience with Donna Rita
Italy

Jacimo and family are the best!!! Informative and fun experience

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Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Jul 07, 2024

Ciao Leslie,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this wonderful review. It was truly a pleasure to help plan your trip to the Amalfi Coast. I’m glad to hear that you and your family had a memorable experience. We always strive to ensure that every trip is seamless and enjoyable, and I’m happy we could achieve that! 🙂

Thank you again for your review. I look forward to assisting your family with any future travel plans!

Wishing you and your family all the best! 🙂

Arrivederci,
Fabio

It was a great memorable trip to Italy. Fabio...
Italy | Jun 22 - Jul 1, 2024

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Viviane N.
Brookline, MA | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024

It was a great memorable trip to Italy. Fabio managed our booking and helped organize the trip. He was available throughout the trip and kept us updated. Thank you Fabio! The guides were prompt and knowledgeable. The transportation from Rome to Napoli to Sorrento was seamless. The food tour with Mauricio was perfect. Cooking with Anna in Sorrento was a great experience. Looking forward to try the home made pasta with lemon sauce at home. The hotels especially Lorelei in Sorrento was amazing. Great views of sunrise and sunset everyday! We look forward to visit again!

Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Jul 03, 2024
Bujongiorno Viviane, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m delighted to hear that you had a memorable trip to Italy and that everything went smoothly. It was truly a pleasure to assist you and your family throughout your journey. I’m glad you found the guides knowledgeable and the transportation seamless. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the food tour with Mauricio and the cooking class with Anna in Sorrento. I hope your homemade pasta with lemon sauce turns out perfectly! 🙂 I... Read more

Bujongiorno Viviane,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m delighted to hear that you had a memorable trip to Italy and that everything went smoothly. It was truly a pleasure to assist you and your family throughout your journey.

I’m glad you found the guides knowledgeable and the transportation seamless. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the food tour with Mauricio and the cooking class with Anna in Sorrento. I hope your homemade pasta with lemon sauce turns out perfectly! 🙂

I look forward to welcoming you and your family back to Italy in the future, and wish you all the best!

Arrivederci,
Fabio

The best family trip!
Italy | May 17 - May 25, 2024

Cynthia
Cynthia C.
Sudbury, MA | Reviewed on May 29, 2024
We had the most wonderful time in Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast and Polignano a Mare. Fabio took such wonderful care of us. He was very accessible and informative. Some highlights:
- The boat ride around Capril was wonderful! Our skipper, Luigi, was fantastic
- Our hike on the Path of the Gods was beautiful. It was a little more difficult than I expected, but our guide, Roberto, was great and was patient with us. Our driver that day, Ciro was wonderful.
- One of our favorite days was the road...
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We had the most wonderful time in Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast and Polignano a Mare. Fabio took such wonderful care of us. He was very accessible and informative. Some highlights:
- The boat ride around Capril was wonderful! Our skipper, Luigi, was fantastic
- Our hike on the Path of the Gods was beautiful. It was a little more difficult than I expected, but our guide, Roberto, was great and was patient with us. Our driver that day, Ciro was wonderful.
- One of our favorite days was the road trip, and in particular - Ravello. What a beautiful town! Our driver that day, Marcello, was great!!!
- The cooking class at Chez Barone was so much fun - and yummy! We all had a really special time there
- In Polignano a Mare, the Masseria Aquaterrae was stunning. We were so pleasantly surprised. All of the staff were so kind and thoughtful and attentive. The rooms were beautiful and the grounds were amazing. The whole thing was so peaceful and enjoyable. One thing to note is that the location is not within walking distance of the town, but the front desk is more than happy to arrange for cabs.
- Our bike trip was definitely a highlight! Nico was a wonderful and friendly guide.
Thank you so much for everything!!!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Cristina
Sorrento

The rooms were quite small and uninspired. The location is about a 20 minute walk from downtown Sorrento - and on a very steep hill. There is a shuttle, but catching them required a level of planning /coordinating that our group of 4 wasn't really able to do. All of that being said, the staff was lovely. The breakfast was very good. And the views from the pool and dining areas were quite lovely.

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Hotel Eurostar Excelsior
Naples
Masseria Auraterrae
Polignano a Mare

Stunning! Such a special property. Would highly recommend.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Beautiful grounds an views. Note though that it is not within walking distance of the town center.
Staff
Seriously - the kindest people.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on May 30, 2024

Buongiorno Cynthia,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm so glad to hear that you and your family had such an amazing time in Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, and Polignano a Mare. I appreciate you taking the time to share detailed feedback on each activity. Your kind words and insights are invaluable to us as we strive to provide the best experiences for our clients.
Thank you again for choosing us to help with your travel plans, and I am looking forward to assisting you on your next Italian adventure! Wishing you and your family all the best! 🙂
Arrivederci!
Fabio

Munich, Austria and Italy....
Italy | Apr 5 - Apr 10, 2024

Pam
Pam S.
Hagerstown, MD | Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024
We took a trip to Munich, Austria and Italy.
Every stop we took was planned specifically by Fabio for our needs and our pleasure based on communication with him of what we were looking for in our travels. He listened to what we were looking for, and truly carried out every detail to make our trip an amazing one. .. one that went so smoothly. We knew that if we had any concerns, Fabio would always be there for us. There were several times we asked him a question late at night or early in the...
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We took a trip to Munich, Austria and Italy.
Every stop we took was planned specifically by Fabio for our needs and our pleasure based on communication with him of what we were looking for in our travels. He listened to what we were looking for, and truly carried out every detail to make our trip an amazing one. .. one that went so smoothly. We knew that if we had any concerns, Fabio would always be there for us. There were several times we asked him a question late at night or early in the morning and he always responded within two minutes. Being in foreign countries where we do not speak the language was a little concerning, but we knew that he would always be there for us..and he was. All of our guided tours were amazing that he had set up for us. We loved every aspect of this trip and would highly recommend Fabio to anyone.

Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Apr 13, 2024
Buongiorno Pam,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience of your recent trip to Munich, Austria, and Italy. I truly appreciate your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure assisting you and Lance with planning your travels and ensuring that every detail was tailored to your needs and desires.
I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your trip and that it went smoothly. Also, I'm delighted that you found the guided tours to be amazing and that they added to...
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Buongiorno Pam,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience of your recent trip to Munich, Austria, and Italy. I truly appreciate your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure assisting you and Lance with planning your travels and ensuring that every detail was tailored to your needs and desires.
I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your trip and that it went smoothly. Also, I'm delighted that you found the guided tours to be amazing and that they added to the overall enjoyment of your journey.
Once again, thank you so much, and I am looking forward to assisting you again on your next travel adventure! I wish you and Lance all the best and arrivederci a presto! 🙂
Fabio