I help Americans discover Italy the way I grew up
experiencing it. Where
you're welcomed like family,
where moments linger, where you don't just visit but truly belong.
Italian-born, Michigan-based. Bridging two worlds.
I understand what you dream about when you think of Italy, and what
keeps you up at night when planning the trip.
I design bespoke journeys that honor both: the magic you're chasing
and the comfort you need to truly enjoy it.
How I got here
From Sunday lunches in Venice to
designing your Italy trip
from America
I grew up in a small town near Venice — long Sunday lunches, market vendors who knew my name, and a life that moved slowly and intentionally.
I spent years working in Italy’s travel and hospitality world, across hotels, travel agencies, and luxury travel. Through that work, I began to see Italy the way Americans often imagine it.
A few years ago, I moved to Michigan. Living here I understood the cultural gaps, the anxieties, and the expectations people carry when planning a trip to Italy.
In December 2024, I became a certified Travel Designer, and Ompath Travels was born.
Today, I bridge both worlds: the Italy I know intimately and the American perspective I now live every day.
You're probably wondering
"Why "Ompath"?
“OM” - sacred sound. Reminder that travel changes you from within.
“PATH” - the journey. Physical and metaphorical. The one that leads you somewhere new—or back to yourself.
I started dreaming of retreats.
Today, it's about journeys.
Every journey can be a path of transformation.
Ready to plan your Italy, your way?
Here's what you get with
Ompath TravelsYOU'LL KNOW WHICH ROADS TO TAKE
I know which roads make Americans nervous - and I plan routes that keep you comfortable.
Which restaurants welcome tourists warmly and which don't.
You get the Italy that wants you there - not the one designed to trap tourists.
YOU WON'T FEEL RUSHED OR GUILTY
Forget the panic of "we need to see Rome, Florence, Venice, Amalfi in 10 days."
Forget the exhaustion of checking boxes.
Your itinerary will breathe. You'll see less, feel more. Come home satisfied - not stressed about what you missed.
You’ll feel supported from the start
Speaking Italian helps, but what truly makes the difference is understanding how things work.
It’s not about special treatment, but about moving naturally within the culture and everyday life.
A more authentic way to experience Italy.
Beyond Italy trips
A few more things about me
Family & Retreat photographer
I shoot families and retreats. Capturing real moments - the in-between, the unposed, the honest — is kind of my thing.
Visit my photography portfolio ->A little personal
I’m introspective by nature and deeply interested in spirituality and personal growth. I value silence, intuition, and the kind of awareness that comes from slowing down. Did I mention I’m a Libra? Well, that’s another story.
FUTURE RETREAT HOST
Right now: Italy trips. Later: wellness retreats in sacred spaces. Always: helping people come home to themselves.
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