Traveling Safely in Italy

Once Italy opens its borders to Americans how can we best experience the country in a safe and responsible fashion?

The silver lining in this unexpected “pause” in travel is a unique opportunity to rethink tourism with the goal of creating a safer and more sustainable type of travel.  Understandably, many first-time visitors dream of visiting the major art cities of Venice, Florence and Rome, but experiencing some of the other riches that Italy has to offer is a wonderful way to comfortably ease back into international travel in a socially and culturally responsible fashion.

Parts of rural Italy still remains largely undiscovered by mass tourism. Spending time here satisfies the desire to linger a little longer in each place, and an opportunity to meet the local people, many of whom are involved in family owned businesses dating back generations.

Relaxing outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, winery tours, cooking classes, visits to producers of local foods, and stops in smaller medieval villages are available for the discerning traveler. Hotels tend to be of the smaller boutique variety, immersed in the countryside, offering plenty of wide-open space. Most establishments have their own restaurants, serve only the hotel’s guests, and offer locally produced foods, often grown in the surrounding gardens. 

Since the beginning, Only Italy Custom Italian Travel has strived to work with local people and businesses. Not only does this approach offer you the best experiences, but it also brings benefits to local communities, supporting their ability to sustain long traditions in the arts, food, wine and overall culture of the regions.