Step Into Real Italy
Picture yourself wandering cobbled lanes, breathing in espresso and sea air, then sitting down to a chef-hosted dinner where every dish has a story. I design small-group journeys that feel like visiting a dear friend, not following a flag. Slow mornings, market stops, family kitchens, and hidden villages all come together in one unforgettable Italian adventure.
Viaggio di Maggio
Hands-on cooking classes, sunrise markets, and lingering wine-paired dinners on Viaggio di Maggio, guided by your chef-host.
September to Remember
Unhurried September days in quiet hill towns, family-run trattorie, and everyday Italian moments shared far beyond the crowds.
How It Works
Step 1 - We talk - Your journey begins with a relaxed conversation where I listen closely to your dreams, pace, and needs.
Step 2 - I design your route - I shape a clear, day‑by‑day itinerary using my decades as a travel agent and 15 years of Italian life.
Step 3 - We fine-tune together - We refine the plan so it reflects how you like to travel, from slow mornings to long dinners.
Step 4 - I prepare every detail - Before departure, I arrange your hotels, transfers, train tickets, and handpicked local experiences.
Step 5 - You arrive, I stay close - Once in Italy, I walk beside you with on‑call support, gently adjusting plans so each day feels easy and unhurried.
Let Me Take You On A Real Experience
I am Laura Gould, a travel agent since 1989, a trained chef, and a former Northern Italy resident who still calls it my second home. I design and personally host every Bucket List Italy Travel journey, inviting you into kitchens, vineyards, and villages I know by heart. Come read the longer story of how those 15 years abroad became these intimate small-group adventures.
Decades Of Expertise
Travel agent since 1989, fifteen years living daily life in Italy, sharing insider connections and deeply rooted local insight.
Chef-Led
Trained chef by your side, wandering markets, cooking in welcoming kitchens, and savoring unforgettable, perfectly paired dinners.
Intimate, Curated Journeys
Small groups, flexible days, and quietly magical corners most visitors miss, discovered together at an easygoing pace.