Travel Advisor
Joe Valeri
Expertise
- Food & Wine,
- Off-the-Beaten-Path,
- Umbria,
- Tuscany,
- Florence,
- Rome
Based in
Umbria, Italy
Languages spoken
English (fluent), Italian (B2)
Minimum booking Budget
$100/night
Profile details
About
We have spent years traveling Europe experiencing the magic of authentic escapes firsthand. We help plan unforgettable journeys filled with one-of-a-kind experiences.
Travel style
Lifelong explorers who fell in love with Italy and Ancient Europe and live life exploring the food, wine, art, architecture and history of the old world.
Jill and Joe's travel guides & trip reports
Guide
A Wine Expert's Guide to Historic Chianti
The wines of Tuscany inspired my journey to becoming a sommelier. It conjures memories of my childhood Sundays at Nonna’s house, where a bottle of Ruffino wrapped in its classic straw basket was...
Guide
7-Day Wine Adventure: A Sommelier’s Guide to Umbria
Our first trip to Umbria over a decade ago captured our hearts, thanks to its exceptional wines and the discovery of Montefalco, the region’s wine capital. Since then, we've explored much of Italy...
Guide
Italy's Umbria Region: Experience the Renaissance in Perugia
Perugia, the capital of the Umbria region, is a treasure trove of secrets waiting to be discovered. We fell in love with its rich art, stunning architecture, delectable food, exquisite wine and warm, ...
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