“Marnie was exceptional at helping supplement my plans for my time in Italy during our European family vacation. She gave us recommended areas to stay and made arrangements for tickets to historical sites, museums, and reservations to fabulous Italian dinners in Florence. A highlight was a most enjoyable and educational private tour guide she arranged. We learned so much about Florence's history, culture, and art. Marnie was respectful of our interests and travel budget. Her expertise and knowledge helped us avoid long waits for popular sites, maximizing our time. She also provided a wealth of information for shopping and food to truly have the most authentic Italian experience. Her trusted Italian contacts couldn’t speak more highly of working with her, and it was clear that her local relationships opened doors we would never have found on our own. I highly recommend Marnie and Amoria Journeys to anyone planning an Italian adventure. I’m already looking forward to joining one of her group tours in the future!”

Alison, Summer, '25

“We cannot say enough about how incredible this trip was and how grateful we are for Marnie’s thoughtful planning and expert guidance. From delicious dinner reservations—ranging from casual gems to elegant fine dining—to incredibly knowledgeable tour guides who brought history to life, every detail was perfectly curated. Even our train and museum tickets were pre-purchased and ready to go, making everything seamless.

The travel binder Marnie sent was a true gift—full of insider tips, local suggestions, helpful apps, and smart packing advice that allowed us to travel light and with ease. It was such a comfort to work with someone who not only planned our journey so beautifully but also checked in during the trip to make sure everything was going smoothly. We had never used a travel planner before, and now we can’t imagine traveling without Amoria Journeys. Marnie’s warmth, expertise, and deep understanding of Italian culture made this once-in-a-lifetime experience truly unforgettable.”

Heather, Summer '25

“We are grateful to Marnie for her meticulous planning and execution of a very full two-week itinerary. Our amazing trip included renewing our wedding vows at sunset on a gondola in Venice. Marnie patiently took the time to curate a journey that exceeded our expectations. From ancient Rome to Pompeii and the summit of Mt. Vesuvius to the stunning scenery of the Amalfi Coast and Cinque Terre to Florence, the vineyards of Tuscany, and, of course, Venice, this was one of the most memorable experiences of our lives. We could not have done this trip without Marnie, and we highly recommend her.”

Barbara, Spring '25

“Our family trip to Florence, Venice, and Siena was absolutely unforgettable, thanks to Marnie. She thoughtfully curated every detail and ensured we had the perfect balance of structured activities and free time (with great suggestions!). She kept our boys (13 and 9) in mind throughout, tailoring experiences to their interests and attention spans. For example, Marnie arranged private tour guides in each of the cities who made sure we got to see incredible art and architecture, but she kept it interesting and exciting for our boys. From seamless logistics to incredible dinner reservations, the trip was magical. We can’t recommend her highly enough!”

Nora, Winter ‘25

“Marnie organized a late fall trip to Tuscany for a dear friend and me, and the trip could not have been better. Marnie found us wonderful hotels and delicious restaurants and planned a day-by-day itinerary that was detailed and action-packed. The local guides Marnie arranged showed us Florence and Tuscan villages from an Italian perspective, providing us with historical facts and fun and fascinating stories. She also arranged guided tours of the Uffizi and Accademia with a wonderful guide, whose knowledge of the arts is unsurpassed. I would heartily recommend working with Marnie if you are considering a trip to Italy!”

Fall, ‘24

“I went to Italy for the first time with a dear friend in November 2024 and Marnie planned our itinerary. We went to Florence and Tuscany. It was an amazing trip! Marnie arranged hotels, airport transfers, restaurant reservations, and museum and city guides—all were wonderful! Marnie has the connections in Italy to ensure a fabulous trip, and I am so happy to have met her. I would fully endorse and recommend Marnie to plan any Italian trip for you. She is easy to work with and super detail-oriented. Thank you Marnie for a lifetime of memories! I hope to work with you again soon and visit Italy again and again! Grazie Mille Marnie. You are the best!”

Fall, ‘24

"My husband Sean and I knew we wanted to plan a truly special trip to Italy for our 30th wedding anniversary. Marnie was the perfect guide, ensuring we had an itinerary that balanced our desire for curated, authentic experiences in Florence and other regions of Tuscany with opportunities to explore the area spontaneously. Her deep knowledge of elevated accommodations, outstanding cuisine, and long-standing relationships with guides, farm owners, and wineries created an experience we know we never could have come close to matching on our own! Additionally, her problem-solving skills and availability when we encountered travel delays made what could have been extremely stressful just a little blip on the radar of an extraordinary trip!"

Jen, Summer '24

“Marnie’s advice and planning made our trip a breeze and totally fun, with activities that both teenagers and parents enjoyed. You will relax knowing that everything has been taken care of in advance.”

Chris, Summer '24

“How lucky my wife and I were to have wonderful Marnie guide us on our first trip to Italy. As part of a small group, we visited the cities of Florence, Cortona and other places in the Tuscany region where we sampled Italian culture, history, art, food and wine. Marnie speaks the language and her extensive knowledge of the region, charming warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail surpassed our expectations. We want to go back. Highly recommend!”

Michael, Fall ‘23

“Marnie made our first family trip to Italy a very memorable one! Our family wanted a blend of independent time as well as planned guided activities. Marnie provided great recommendations for independent exploration and was invaluable for the planned activities. She connected us with amazing guides for the Vatican and Assisi. My daughters were initially reluctant to go on guided tours, but the private Vatican tour ended up being the highlight of our trip. She coordinated a personal driver to ensure that we were able to fit in our desired itinerary for a one-day trip to Umbria and Tuscany. The personalities of the guides and the driver just added to the amazing Italy experience. The minute planning details she provided to us before departure ensured a very smooth trip. We are excited to go back to Italy and would gladly call on Marnie again to help plan a great trip.”

Alex, Summer ‘23

“We already had our travel ideas and accommodations, but Marnie added the "extra" to make the entire trip so fun and memorable. She helped us with private drivers and special excursions. We loved the private guided tour of Pompeii finishing with a delicious lunch and wine tour at the base of Mt Vesuvius. Other highlights included the day tour of the Amalfi Coast and a private boat tour around Capri...all were amazing! I wouldn't hesitate to contact Marnie to help you plan your trip to Italy!!”

Heather, Spring ‘23

“Marnie was instrumental in making our first trip to Italy a resounding success. Her recommendations and tips for Rome and Florence were invaluable: neighborhoods and hotels, best times of day to hit museums and sites, where to dine, and ideas on what would be fun for our two boys, 19 and 21. She connected us with amazing guides in each city who were knowledgeable, engaging and fun. When we’re ready to explore another region we’ll be sure to coordinate with Marnie. Her experience, connections, depth of knowledge and love of Italy make her the perfect planning partner. Grazie mille, Marnie!”

Sarah, Winter ‘23

"This was our first time traveling to Europe as a family of five. I started out trying to plan the trip on my own and immediately became overwhelmed. I contacted Marnie, and she put me at ease. Fear and worry turned to joy and excitement. Every step of the way, Marnie helped us design the perfect trip. We traveled seamlessly through five cities in 6 weeks. She provided us a detailed itinerary, which gave us the comfort and confidence we needed to maneuver in each new place. Thank you Marnie!! You are an absolute travel guru!"

Melissa, Summer '22

"Marnie helped me plan a trip to the Amalfi Coast last spring with my daughter. She was amazing to work with - knowledgeable, attentive, and so enthusiastic! She prepared a personalized list of recommended activities, sites, tour guides, logistical tips, and restaurants based on our interests. Her expertise and obvious passion for the country made the trip so much easier and more enjoyable."

Andi, Spring '22

“Marnie helped me coordinate a family trip to Italy, which included several days in Florence and Venice. She connected us with an extraordinary guide in Venice, who worked as a museum docent for many years and took us on a personal tour through Venice. At the time, my daughter was 15, and our guide was incredibly nuanced in her ability to make it fascinating for my teen…and also for me. Beyond this, Marnie spent hours sharing her expertise about Florence, making fabulous recommendations for restaurants, a cooking class in a Tuscan kitchen, and her enthusiasm added a lovely dimension to our first time in Italy. I cannot offer a more enthusiastic recommendation for Marnie. She is just fabulous!”

Kristin, Summer ‘19

“Marnie’s love of Italy runs deep and it shows. Her years of living and traveling throughout the country have afforded her a local perspective that she infuses in each of her unique itineraries. Marnie listened and then presented us with authentic experiences that somehow managed to thrill the diverse interests of our entire family. We enjoyed fried artichokes off the beaten path in Rome, a thermal bath retreat in Tuscany, fun art and history lessons and a tour through Venice that we will never forget. Thanks Marnie, for the family vacation of a lifetime!”

Liz, Spring ‘18

“Marnie was an invaluable resource in planning our family's trip to Rome and Florence. With young children, we wanted to make sure our trip was family friendly with plenty of downtime while still hitting everything we wanted to see. We had the most amazing private tour guide when visiting the Vatican and Ancient Rome, ate at amazing restaurants, had a wonderful private driver for airport trips, and stayed in a great neighborhood. It was the experience of a lifetime!”

Jess, Spring ‘18