Our Family's Italy Playbook
Stop spending weeks trying to piece together your Italy trip from 37 blog posts, TikToks, and Reddit threads.
I just did the real life research for you.
After traveling through Rome, Florence, Our Secret Italian Island, and Tuscany with our 7- and 8-year-old, I've documented exactly what worked, what we'd skip, what we'd do differently, and every little detail we wish someone had told us before boarding the plane.
Whether you're traveling as a family or as a couple, this guide will save you hours of planning—and probably a few expensive mistakes.
Inside the Guide
✈️ Our Exact 12-Day Itinerary
- The complete route we took
- Why we changed our itinerary mid-trip
- How we'd plan it differently next time
🏨 Honest Hotel Reviews
- Where we stayed
- Pros & cons
- Family ratings
- Who each hotel is best for
- Whether we'd book it again
🍝 Our Favorite Restaurants
📍 Destination Guides
- Rome
- Florence
- Our Secret Island Getaway
- Tuscany
- What to do
- What to skip
- Hidden gems
- Family tips
🚗 Transportation Guide
- Flights
- Train travel
- Rental cars
- Ferries
- Taxis vs. Uber
- Exactly who we booked with (plus direct links)
🧳 Pack Like a European Pro
- Our complete family packing strategy
- What we'd pack again
- What we'd leave home
🇮🇹 Helpful Things to Know Before You Go
- Local customs
- Helpful Italian phrases
- Shopping recommendations
❤️ Things We'd Do Differently
The advice I wish someone had given us before we left.
Perfect For You If...
✔️ This is your first trip to Italy.
✔️ You're traveling with kids.
✔️ You're planning an anniversary or family vacation.
✔️ You want a balance of sightseeing and relaxation.
✔️ You love beautiful hotels, amazing food, and hidden gems.
✔️ You don't want to spend 40 hours researching every little detail.
You'll Save Hours of Planning
No more bouncing between:
- TikTok
- Random travel blogs
We've already done it.
