Expat Nationality

British

Expat for

35 years

I lived in Italy for

35 years

When friends/family visit I like to

Local interest, small local hidden areas, wine tours, cooking classes, lesser known areas of interest.

What best describes you?

Travel expert. Colourful with massive knowledge and enthusiasm.

Favorite music/movies

In my free time I like

Travel

General about

I was the contracts manager for Individual Travellers villa rental in the UK from 1989, responsible for all regions in Italy. After a buyout by Hoseasons the programme was closed in 2013 when I had had many years of travelling in Italy for research. I was responsible for over 450 villas throughout Italy which involved all research and all contracting. I also set up my own company in 2005 focusing on weddings and events throughout Italy especially Tuscany, Umbria, Puglia, Amalfi coast but I have specialist knowledge in all areas in Italy. I expanded into organising small specialist groups. gastronomy, wine, chef groups, culture, mostly from the US. In 2012 and have created and led these as since then until now throughout Italy and the islands. I also work as a travel advisor for individual clients and groups. I am also a celebrant for symbolic weddings in Italy as well as organising religious and civil weddings. I have vast knowledge of Italy in general.