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    • I’m supposed to be in Italy on a treasure hunt right now. 😭⠀ ⠀ Last week my mom and I were due to head off on her grand Italy birthday adventure.⠀ ⠀ But long story short, we had to postpone due to my knee surgery this summer. At the time, I wasn’t sure if postponing the trip was the right decision. Turns out it was.⠀ ⠀ Cobblestones & hills are no match for this still recovering knee- I just started trying stairs again, and it’s not pretty! 😂⠀ ⠀ But to distract myself I was thinking of writing up our 2 week itinerary & sharing it. ⠀ ⠀ Interested? ⠀ ⠀ I created this itinerary for mom and her interests but it would be a great adventure for anyone who likes any of the following: antiques, markets, artisan workshops & handmade crafts, gorgeous apartments and loads of vegetable based dining. ⠀ ⠀ Are you into that? Let me know- I’m all ears!
    • Always dreaming of Rome, #labellezza- my favorite city in the world. ⠀ It seems like people either love it or hate it, and I am definitely in the #teamrome category. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ I can’t imagine a trip to Italy without some time in Rome- LOTS of time if I can pull it off.⠀ ⠀⠀ Would it be horrible if I admitted to be a tiny bit judgy of people who proclaim they hated Rome? ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ I immediately want to help them have a do-over.⠀ ⠀⠀ I’m convinced that most people who didn’t like Rome most likely were on a sightseeing march, trying to fit it all in before rushing to the next thing.⠀ ⠀ Thoughts? I promise- no judgement! ⠀ ⠀⠀ #smittenwithitaly
    • Maps have always been one of my favorite things- how about you? ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Did you know I have a whole page of customized google maps for different parts of Italy for your DIY travel planning?⠀ ⠀ 👉 favorite restaurants⠀ 👉 local markets & foodie spots⠀ 👉 where to stay⠀ 👉 can’t miss things to see⠀ 👉 public bathrooms⠀ 👉 fave coffee spots & wine bars⠀ ⠀⠀ If this sounds like something you need- Send me a DM or sign up for the Italy Travel HQ (link in profile) & I’ll hook you up! ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ #smittenwithitaly
    • Some of my favorite people (and clients) in the world have been in Rome this week.⠀ ⠀ I’m jealous, for sure- but also thrilled for them and the adventures they’ll have this next week. ⠀ ⠀ Working with them on their custom itinerary has been so much fun- and I’ve decided it’s a bit like matchmaking! .⠀ Figuring out what they love, what they dream of- and then matching them up with my favorite Italian partners, experiences & places to stay... . Matchmaking? It’s really a dream come true. ⠀ ⠀ And now I have the matchmaker song from Fiddler on the Roof in my head... 🎶 haha. ⠀ ⠀ Where are you dreaming of going? I’m SO curious! #italyloveclub #smittenwithitaly
    • Filled with light, curious tourists, strutting models and loads of history- taking a stroll through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a must when visiting the center of Milan.⠀ ⠀ My favorite things to do there?⠀ ⠀ 👉 Coffee at Caffe Camparino (stand at the bar and drink in the gorgeous mosaics and bow tied waiters)⠀ ⠀ 👉 Stop by Libreria Bocca for a dose of book lovers heaven.⠀ ⠀ 👉 Window shopping at Gucci, Prada, Montblanc & more.⠀ ⠀ 👉 Admiring the floor mosaics which represent the 4 capitals of Italy through history- Milan, Turin, Florence & Rome.⠀ ⠀ 👉 Walk through to the tiny square with the Leonardo da Vinci Monument.⠀ ⠀ 👉 People watching- especially during fashion week, when there are photo shoots galore happening around the city.⠀ ⠀ #smittenwithitaly #milano #italyloveclub
    • 1 week post knee surgery and life is returning to normal. Well, as normal as getting around the house with 1 leg immobilized on crutches can be. 🤪 Feeling thankful for sunshine, @gmcguireinrome‘s incredibly lovely Italian beach photos, a new @bonappetitmag to read, homemade oatmeal bread and laughs with my mom. And B O O K S. (#bookloversunite) Here’s what’s on my reading list this summer while life slowly spins by. (Some new lovelies and old favorites) Currently reading : #cityofgirls ✨❤️🤟 What are you reading this summer?
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