Well-organized, meaningful, and family-friendly Italian adventure!
Italy
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Jun 15 - Jun 29, 2025
I was looking for a memorable and economical Italy trip for our family of five (kids aged 16, 13, and 11) — all planned on a relatively short timeline during high season. Martina and Lorenzo from Authenticus Italy took all of that into thoughtful consideration and created a seamless, personalized itinerary that exceeded our expectations.
Every detail was well arranged — from smooth airport and hotel transfers to beautiful accommodations and great tours. Our hotel in Maiori was a standout — peaceful, scenic, and the perfect place to finish our trip.
The InRome cooking class was the highlight for our family — an air-conditioned kitchen on a scorching day in Rome, hands-on cooking, and a delicious shared meal. It created lasting family memories and is an experience I’ll seek out again in future travels.
The Pompeii and Vatican tours were excellent, while the Colosseum tour was our least favourite due to the large group size. Still, the overall experience was unforgettable. Having the logistics fully handled made it easy to relax and enjoy.
Highly recommend Martina and Lorenzo for a well-organized, meaningful, and family-friendly Italian adventure!
Hotel Reviews
While this hotel suited our needs, it had a few quirks. The staircase up three flights was very dark, and the shared room for our family of five, though spacious, had only one bathroom. Breakfast was limited and started later than we would have liked. That said, the location was excellent, and it served as a convenient base for exploring the area.
Initially, we weren’t sure about this location, but it turned out to be a great choice. It was within walking distance to both the Vatican and Trastevere, which made exploring very easy. The room was the largest of our trip, with a master bedroom and ensuite, two additional bedrooms and a bathroom for the kids, plus a small kitchen. We especially appreciated the large fridge and freezer for storing snacks and drinks. Breakfast on the 7th floor had a huge variety of options, and everyone in the family found something they liked. Overall, it was a very comfortable stay and a good fit for our family of five.
This was the most memorable hotel of our trip, largely thanks to the incredible breakfast buffet overlooking the Amalfi Coast—it was absolutely stunning. The breakfast itself was extraordinary, featuring some of the best pastries we had during our stay in Italy. The room was simple but comfortable: two rooms, each with a queen-size bed, and one shared bathroom. Both rooms opened onto a beautiful terrace with breathtaking views of the coast. On our final night, we even had a front-row seat to a fireworks display from our terrace—an unforgettable experience. We especially want to thank the breakfast and dinner staff, who made us feel so welcome during our 4-day stay. Their warmth and hospitality truly stood out. A special shout-out to our favourite server, who not only provided excellent service but also shared great local tips—including recommending his favourite cake, Peccato di Gola, from Sal De Riso in Minori. It was absolutely worth the trip!
Activity Reviews
We took a cooking class with Alessandro today—my husband and I plus our three kids (16, 13, and 11)—and it was an absolute hit! We were joined by one other guest and spent three wonderful hours learning and cooking together in a calm, air-conditioned space (a perfect escape from the heat wave!). Alessandro was welcoming, knowledgeable, and great with both adults and kids. We made cacio e pepe, amatriciana, and homemade gelato (coffee and Nutella was the crowd favourite). Highly recommend this experience—fun, delicious, and memorable. Fingers crossed our cacio e pepe and gelato turn out just as good at home!
Thank you for sharing your love of Pompeii with our family today. We absolutely loved learning about the city, and even in the scorching heat 🥵, it was incredible to explore a small part of such a well-preserved and fascinating place.
