In Italy Tours began as a simple idea that grew into my life’s work. I wanted to share Calabria in a more personal way, through the people who live here and the moments that make this region so special.

I was born in Australia to Calabrian parents and spent several years living in New York before settling in Tropea. When I started In Italy Tours in 2009, my goal was to offer experiences that felt real, ones that showed visitors the Calabria I had come to know through everyday life here.

Calabria has layers of history shaped by many cultures. Over the centuries it has seen countless invasions, and each one has left something behind. You can still feel that mix in the food, the language, the architecture, and in the essence of daily life. It is one of the oldest parts of Italy, and its past is woven into everything that makes this region so distinct.

Over time, I built close friendships with local families, signoras, winemakers, and artisans who are now part of these experiences. Together, we welcome guests into homes, vineyards, and small villages that still hold a strong sense of tradition. Nothing about these tours is scripted. Everything unfolds naturally through conversation, generosity, and curiosity.

Each itinerary is planned with care and flexibility, whether it is a single day of cooking in Tropea or a multi-day journey through Calabria’s coastal towns, hill villages, and ancestral roots. Guests often tell me it feels less like taking a tour and more like being part of something genuine.

After more than fifteen years, I still find joy in creating these experiences and in sharing the Calabria that I’ve come to know so well. Each season brings something new, and that sense of discovery is what keeps this work meaningful to me.

I look forward to welcoming you to Calabria.