Italy Travel Options with
My Bella Vita Travel

Heritage Tours

Since 2007, we have helped thousands of Italian descendants retrace their roots. Our custom heritage tours include advanced ground research to maximize your clients’ Italian experience.

Student Travel

From pre-school homeschoolers to university study abroad, our team orchestrates unique, hands-on learning opportunities to fit your curriculum.

Group Tours

Organizations rely on us to create bespoke tours that delight their travelers. Experiences are curated to meet your clients’ wishes.

Independent Travelers

Solo travelers, couples, and multi-generational family and friend groups call on us to craft their bucket-list, trip-of-a-lifetime. That’s why 50% of our annual trips are repeat travelers.

Why My Bella Vita Travel?

Since 2007, we’ve been creating unforgettable travel experiences throughout Calabria and southern Italy. From custom heritage tours that allow Italian descendants to reconnect with their roots to engaging educational trips for students and personalized journeys for independent travelers, we offer matchless flexibility, care, and local expertise.

Our B2B services include fully customizable packages, perfect for clients who crave slow travel and immersion in real, unfiltered Italy.

Whether they’re sailing the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea, visiting a hidden farm to learn the secrets of traditional cheese-making, or enjoying an intimate wine tasting at a vineyard most tourists will never find, our goal is to craft experiences that resonate.

Working with us means offering your clients something special—experiences that are as genuine as a Sunday family lunch and stories they’ll bring back home. Reach out today, and let’s craft an itinerary that will show your clients a side of Italy they never knew existed. We’re ready to help you make Calabria the highlight of their Italian journey.

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Why Travel to Calabria?

Calabria is a place where time slows down, where traditions are alive and well, and where the landscapes are as breathtaking as the Sunday dinner is long. It’s the Italy most travelers never see. At My Bella Vita Travel, we’re here to make it easy for your clients to experience southern Italy in a way that feels like a well-kept secret.

We specialize in curating experiences that go beyond sightseeing. Imagine your clients learning the ancient art of silk extraction, rolling up their sleeves in a family-run olive harvest, or crafting ceramics with a local artisan. From cooking alongside a nonna who shares recipes passed through generations to taking in Calabria’s rugged beauty from a hot air balloon, our tours are all about creating memories that go deeper than the typical tourist trail.

Why partner with My Bella Vita Travel? We’re the perfect blend of North American understanding and deep local knowledge. As an American who has spent 20+ years calling Calabria home, I know what your clients are looking for in a great vacation. My husband is Calabrian, our son was born here, and our team lives here—so we have the local connections to make every moment feel special and seamless. It’s the best of both worlds, and it’s what makes us uniquely equipped to deliver the true Calabria to your clients.

  • “Working with Cherrye and Peppe was a wonderful experience. When I received a request to plan a family heritage tour to Reggio Calabria, I wasn’t sure where to begin. As a Travel Advisor, I plan a lot of trips to Italy, but I was relatively unfamiliar with this particular region and had never organized a trip with this type of focus. ‘My Bella Vita’ knocked it out of the park! They found incredible, off-the-beaten-path opportunities for my clients to truly experience the region and learn about their heritage. It was fun for the parents and also for their three younger kids. They are incredibly thorough, responsive, and genuinely want clients to have the most amazing, authentic experience. I couldn’t be happier with how the trip turned out, and I would absolutely work with them again. In fact, I look forward to it!”

    Matt
    Farber Travel
  • “I have worked with Cherrye and My Bella Vita Travel for two academic study abroad trips. On both occasions Cherrye went above and beyond for our students. I told her what I needed to do as far as the academics and student learning outcomes and things the students would want to do, and asked her to keep the trip as affordable as possible. We offered Political Psychology, Social Interaction, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Cherrye was able to link different excursions in both Calabria and Rome with various student learning outcomes in our courses, and more importantly allowed our students to interact hands-on with various Italian locals. Cherrye has the uncanny ability to adapt Calabrian vacations and tours to the realm of academia. I would recommend her services for others planning educational trips and I will definitely use her services the time I plan a study abroad trip to Italy.”

    JARROD ROSSI
    Lamar University Psychology Department

Travel Agents

When you work with us, you’re offering your clients more than just a trip—you’re giving them a chance to connect with local artisans, savor farm-to-table dining, and explore hidden gems that most tourists never find. Our fully customizable itineraries, from hands-on cooking classes to unique wine tastings and sailing adventures, mean that every trip is tailored to meet your clients’ specific interests.

Not only do we handle all of the logistics, but we also offer generous commission rates to our travel agent partners. We value your business, and our goal is to make your job easier so you can rest assured your clients are in expert hands. Let’s work together to craft unique, memorable journeys that keep your clients coming back for more. Book a call with Cherrye and let’s get started.

Tour Operators

With over 20 years of experience living and working in Calabria, we understand what North American travelers want in a perfect vacation.

Our team will work behind the scenes to craft fully customizable group experiences, from digging through local archives, visiting artisanal workshops, and participating in local traditions to unique culinary tours and outdoor adventures. We handle all of the ground logistics, while you maintain full ownership of the client relationship, allowing you to offer exclusive, one-of-a-kind experiences without the hassle of managing the details.

In addition to delivering high-quality, authentic experiences, we offer competitive rates to ensure a profitable collaboration. By partnering with My Bella Vita Travel, you can confidently offer unique, high-value group tours with the assurance that every aspect, from accommodations to activities, reflects your brand and meets your clients’ expectations.

Let us be your local expert in Calabria while you focus on delivering exceptional group travel experiences to your clients. Together, we’ll create tailor-made tours that showcase the very best of this beautiful and lesser-known region of Italy.

Educational Institutions & Cultural Exchange Programs

Whether you’re building a language immersion program, cultural study, or hands-on history experience, we work behind the scenes to provide customized itineraries that align with your academic goals. Our focus is on curating meaningful, real-world experiences that bring your institution’s values to life. Participants can explore Calabria’s ancient towns, engage in sustainable food production, and even visit local schools to interact with their peers, fostering cross-cultural connections.

By partnering with My Bella Vita Travel, your institution benefits from our extensive local network and expert logistical support, ensuring a smooth and impactful experience for your participants. Let’s collaborate to create educational journeys that leave a lasting impression, building global awareness and deeper understanding for your students.

Corporate Incentive Travel and MICE

For your meetings and conferences, we handle everything from venue selection and logistics to unforgettable excursions that capture the essence of Calabria. Picture your team hiking through Calabria’s scenic landscapes, visiting family-owned vineyards for exclusive wine tastings, or embarking on a private hot air balloon ride. Every detail is designed to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for your group.

With over 20 years of local expertise, our team takes care of the finer details, allowing you to focus on your business goals while we create the perfect blend of work and play. Our partnerships with local venues and unique activity providers mean that every moment reflects the high standards your company expects.

Bring your next MICE or incentive event to Calabria with My Bella Vita Travel, and offer your team or clients an extraordinary reward they’ll never forget. Let’s work together to design a program that combines business with the beauty and authenticity of Southern Italy.

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