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Dreams of Italy – A Women’s Experience  -  this is an article I published in a local magazine in 2009 - but the memories and truths still hold.  Enjoy!

So many women, so many stories. My journey to find unique and special properties introduced me to these extraordinary women and their ventures. I want the women of Canada and the USA to experience Italy and find a way to bring Italy home.

Women Traveling Together – A Growing Phenomenon

Women traveling solo or in groups has become a well-documented trend. More women than ever are choosing to travel alone or with friends, sisters, mothers, or book clubs—whether to celebrate a milestone birthday, heal from a personal loss, achieve a long-held dream, or simply take a well-earned break from daily life.  

 

Black Friday Exclusive: Your Italian Villa Dream Awaits! ✨

This Black Friday, we’re bringing you a taste of Italy like never before. Whether you dream of relaxing in a villa surrounded by the rolling hills of Tuscany or indulging in authentic Italian cuisine, this offer is for you.

📍 Valid for Villas in and Around Cortona
Known for its stunning landscapes, historic charm, and exceptional cuisine, Cortona is the perfect base for your Italian escape.

What’s Included?

 

So you’ve heard of House Hunters…well I have lived the real thing “House Hunters Italy...my version”. For the past 20 years I have been in Italy more than 50 times, following leads, driving up dirt roads in Tuscany, winding roads in the Val d’Orcia, country lanes in Puglia, mountain ridges in the hills of Umbria, and more….finding the perfect villa to match your dreams…and create memories.

 

Positano, a delightful jewel on the Amalfi coast, the lodestone for Instagrammers, the playground of the rich and Famous, the destination for many because of its picturesque, colourful bay, the mosaic covered church tower, the azure seas. You can see it all on many IG feeds, you can #Positano and  dream.  I work with wonderful hotels, villas and apartments there too.
 However here are a few things what no one tells you about Positano:

The Timeless Magic of Rome’s Colosseum

There’s something special about iconic sites—they evoke powerful feelings even before you see them. Mention the Colosseum, and you’re already transported to the heart of Rome, imagining its grandeur and the history it holds.

Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth, standing before this 2,000-year-old marvel never fails to inspire wonder. From its ability to seat over 50,000 spectators to its ingenious design that hosted everything from gladiatorial combats to mock naval battles, the Colosseum stands as a testament to ancient Roman innovation and culture.

For me, it’s not just about its history but the feeling it stirs each time I see it. Whether approaching on foot through the ancient Forum, catching a glimpse from a taxi as you pass Piazza Venezia, or admiring the starlings overhead at sunset from the Vittorio Emanuele II monument, the Colosseum reveals something new every time.

Rome is never “been there, done that.” The eternal city offers fresh perspectives with each visit, and the Colosseum is at the heart of that timeless experience.

📲 Want to explore Rome and its iconic treasures on your next trip? Contact us to plan your unforgettable visit!