Author Archives: Larry Norton

Italy Private Tour | Jane W. – MI

“Caro Carlo,

There are not enough words to express how wonderful the vacation that you arranged for us turned out. It was not a small task to get 24 people together and organized in the first place. With your help, the chauffer and driver we had could not have been any better. The chauffer Salvatore was not only knowledgeable about the history of his island, but exhibited extraordinary people skills so that 24 different personalities had a great vacation. That is something I will never forget. He showed us with pride of his culture what it is to be a Sicilian.

Our accommodations on the bus was great. He ended up bringing the larger coach. It was new and clean and operated beautifully . The drivers name was Giuseppe. He joined us at our dinner table in the evenings. We had so much fun.

As you know, I was very nervous making arrangements with people that we did not know for our family group. Your arrangements have far exceeded our expectations in every way. I cannot find enough words to tell you how happy we are with the arrangements you made.

I am planning to put together a picture of the bus, guide, and driver and email it to you once we get everything organized.

I would highly recommend the Mendola family (guitano as well) as a way for travelers to Sicily to get a real feeling of what it is to be Sicilian.

I will be in touch in the future. Again, thank you, thank you, thank you for everything!!!

Fondly,

Jane Wit
Fort Gratiot, Michigan
Customized trip to Italy – August 2005

Italy Private Tour | Monica L. – CA

“Carlo, We had a wonderful trip thanks to your wonderful and careful planning! Thank you. If we go back to Italy we will certainly contact you again for help in planning it! …Thanks for everything.

Our driver, Daniel was terrific. Plus our Rome driver was great too=Monti.
We also liked Simone, our Vatican guide. VERY, VERY knowledgeable and professional. Good choice.

Take care,”

Monica Laflin
Carlsbad, California
Customized trip to Italy – July 2005

Italy Private Tour | Dennis L. – MT

“Dear Carlo,
 
I am writing to thank you for the wonderful job you did in planning and organizing our trip to Italy….You can be assured that I have and will continue to recommend your services to anyone interested in traveling to Italy.Very truly yours,”
 
Dennis and Angela Lind
Missoula, Montana
Customized trip to Italy – April 2005

Italy Private Tour | Karen N. – IL

“Dear Carlo,

Thank you for your expert planning of our excursion through Italy. This custom-designed tour of Rome, Capri, Florence and Venice was perfectly suited for my mother, my sister and myself. We never dreamed that we could see so much of Italy with such style and comfort. It was a complex itinerary including private chauffeurs, boats, and trains, yet everything went very smoothly and we felt that we truly got the most out of each stop.

The hotels were all in superb locations, with easy access to all sights and activities of the cities. In addition, each hotel had excellent services and gorgeous accommodations. The Hotel in Florence was particularly amazing-just like stepping back in time, yet with all the modern amenities.

We will always remember the spectacular views on Capri and the Amalfi coast; the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, the romantic waterways and artisans of Venice, all of the splendid sights and contrasts of ancient and modern Rome, and much more.

I can’t wait to go back-and you’ll be the first to know when!”

Sincerely,

Karen Nimrouzi
Chicago, Illinois
Customized trip to Italy – September 2004

Italy Private Tour | Jim S. – MA

“… Cheryl and I had a fantastic time, which we attribute to your planning and advice. We have (and will continue to) recommend you to those of our fiends/colleagues who wish to visit Italy, and we thank you for your guidance.”

Jim Sheils

East Longmeadow, MA
Customized trip to Italy – July 2004

Italy Private Tour | J & M B. – NY

“Carlo did a terrific job helping the four of us plan an independent trip to Sicily and southern Italy. His experience, expertise and attention to detail provided us with exactly the trip we wanted. He’s a pro.”

J. and M. Brand, and E. and B. Rotman
Niskayuna, New York
Customized trip to Italy – April 2004

Italy Private Tour | Joel L. – IL

“Hi Carlo,

I would like to thank you and Eco Italia for your generous support at the Big Travel Treasures Event on Feb 19, 2004 for the “100 Women In Hedge Funds” to benefit Rush University Medical Center.
The trips you secured from your travel partners to be auctioned were a big hit. I can only say that it is because of you that the evening was a huge success.
You have a unique business, offering trips to Italy that is personalized for the individual clients. You are extremely talented and you really care about your clients, their needs and expectations with the Travel Partners that you recommend.
It was a great pleasure to work with you and I will include you in other events that will help promote Eco Italia and you travel partners in Chicago.
Thanks Again”

Joel Langer
Travel Treasures
Chicago, February 2004

 

Italy Private Tour | Violane R. – NJ

“Hi Carlo:

I wanted to write to you to tell you how much my sister and I enjoyed our trip to Italy. We especially were impressed at how fast you were able to put our trip together.
Our favorite part of the trip was our stay in Monterosso and the Cinque Terre. We did hike to all five villages. Along the way we enjoyed olive groves, citrus trees, and of course the sea.
Our guides in Florence were very knowledgeable and friendly. We loved our day excursion to the Tuscany countryside. Sienna was beautiful and we were blessed with bright blue skies.
Our tour of Florence with our guide was impressive. She knew so much art history, and made the town come alive. We really enjoyed having our own guide, just for the two of us.
Our day was flexible, and we stayed in places as long as we wanted to.
Again, thanks for planning such a fun vacation for my sister and I.”

Violaine Rice
Madison, NJ
Customized trip to Italy October, 2003

Italy Private Tour | Audrey H. – MT

” Eco Italia planned our trip to Italy. We especially enjoyed the private,
knowledgeable guides through the art museums of Florence and the ancient
ruins of Rome. Carlo knew exactly what we wanted even when we didn’t ! We
would recommend anyone traveling to Italy to let Eco Italia do the planning,
It was a trip of a lifetime. ”

Audrey and Mark Hulsey
Missoula, MT
Customized trip to Italy September, 2003

Italy Private Tour | Charles D. – MT

” Carlo did an outstanding job for us, all details were worked out well
before we left USA.

We were in Italy and the hotel had lost our reservations. We called
Carlo and problem was solved !!

Accommodations were as described and all people dealing with Carlo were
very friendly and helpful.

Carlo’s tips on where to go, what to see, best times of day to look,
what foods were safe and even instructions on where not to drive were
100% correct. We will use Carlo again!! ”

Charles M. Deschamps
Missoula, MT
Customized trip to Italy June, 2003