about

Hi, I’m Vanya—your go-to Italy guide! If you’ve found your way to our website, chances are we already share something special: a lasting bond with Italy’s essence. I’m a travel expert and long-time hospitality veteran, and for me, the Bel Paese has been a love affair since 2010. Back then, I worked for an international hotel chain opening a new location in Milan. I was transferred here for what was supposed to be just a month, but I never took that plane back. Instead, I made Italy’s capital of fashion and design my permanent home.

I’ve never looked back.

I’m also a mom to two wonderful kids—Martina and Edoardo—and our furry family member, Evey. Beyond my work travels, I love exploring every corner of Italy with my family, always finding activities that suit us all. And when I say all, I mean it! Evey has joined us on the ski slopes of Trentino and even explored Orvieto underground, just to name a few.

Even after living in Italy for over a decade, I still find myself a starry-eyed wanderer, full of wonder at each new destination I visit.

I know that feeling—you want to experience Italy in a more authentic, personal way. That’s exactly why I started Design Your Italy. My love for travel drives me to dig deeper, to truly understand what you’re dreaming of, so I can use my expertise and organizational skills to create an experience as unique as you are. This isn’t just about planning your trip; my goal is to create a unique Italian experience that goes beyond the itinerary, weaving together moments and places that feel as unforgettable as they are personal.

Shall we begin?