Sunset View of St. Peter's Basilica.

Few places have captured my heart and soul like time spent in Italy. Walking through various cities and villages, I find myself turning corners and being astonished by the sheer history that envelopes me... Almost everywhere I turn, I can stop and think of centuries of tradition and history that literally transpired beneath my feet. 

From the chaos of Rome with both it's modern areas enveloping the historical sites - hailed as the birthplace of Western Civilization - to the walled medieval village of Monteriggioni, I find Italy a land that beckons me back over and over again.

My children enjoy gelato everywhere, and when they were very young watching them enjoy this cold treat on a hot summers day followed by chasing pigeons in St. Mark's Square, Venice, is a memory I will cherish forever.

Viewing Michelangelo's David literally brought tears to my eyes and quiet contemplation for the vision he had with a discarded piece of marble to carve this 12,000 pound piece of beauty. Another favorite pastime in Florence is exploring eyes wide open to see how many wine doors we can find throughout the city streets!

Finally, wandering through Tuscan vineyards and swiping grapes right off the vine just before the harvest is a delight to all your senses. The sound of a gentle wind rustling through the vines, the vibrant colors and smells I've not experienced anywhere other than under the Tuscan sun, and of course the taste of a just the right amount of tangy-sweet juicy grape on my tongue... perfetto! 

These are just a few of my favorite recollections of Italy. Are you considering a vacation in this wonderful country? Let's chat! I'm happy to share my experience and that of my wonderful partners to create the memories you dream of in this mesmerizing destination!