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“It began in 2004 with one villa in Chianti, restored over four years, and a love of Italy that became a way of life. Everything we do still begins there.”
― Margherita Piliero, Founder
Why Travel to Italy with Essenza Escapes?
A team devoted entirely to Italy, and to the travelers who come to discover it.
Most Popular Italian Destinations
We cover the length of Italy - Tuscany, Lake Como, the Amalfi Coast, Puglia, Sicily, Sardinia and beyond - with villas we know personally in every region.
The Trips They Still Talk About
A few of the families and travelers we’ve hosted, on what made their time in Italy unforgettable.
Travel Planning, Tailored to You
A great trip to Italy is made in the details - which table, which road, which afternoon left open. Should you wish, a dedicated planner who knows the region will shape every one of them around you: drivers, dining, private tours and all that sits between, drawn only from the people and places we trust. Take it as far as you wish - a villa alone, a full itinerary, or a private host at your side throughout.
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