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“Umbria with Antonella”



For those who are thinking of taking a trip to Umbria with Antonella but have reservations….don’t.

My name is May and I am a first year student with Forum Italiano. In August 2011, I travelled to Umbria with a group of fellow students organised by “An Italian Affair” with Antonella.

Antonella’s in -depth knowledge of Umbria and her passion for the place, people, culture, history was so evident in everything she does. I have learnt so much from just the 2 weeks, exploring Umbria and seeing it through her eyes.

Antonella and her team in Umbria worked tirelessly and seamlessly to ensure that the trip ran smoothly and everyone was so happy al all times- this, in my opinion (secondo me!) was a great achievement and she/her team ought to be congratulated.

Food…chi mangerebbe altro! (not another one)…forget about diet. The food in Umbria was incredibly good. The visit to the Mozzarella di Bufala farm was an experience not to be missed! Dinners and cooking classes were all very well chosen and the guests invited to join the group were interesting and gave us (students) the opportunity to learn , to practice and to listen to the beautiful Italian Language. For me, this was the highlight!

Tours…mamma mia! Well balanced given the tight schedule. I am absolutely in love with some of the ancient country towns in Umbria not to mention we managed to do some serious shopping and pick up some great bargains. I even bought a supply of truffles and porcini mushrooms back to Australia!

Accommodation… I love it! We stayed the first week in a farm-house, the place oozes with charm of the countryside we see often in photos and postcards. Patricia, the owner and her husband “George Clooney” were fun to be with and they welcomed you into their family as one of their own(…not to mention that Patricia has a good in house cook that makes delicious soup, antipasto, stews…and more). The second week, we stayed at an agriturismo resort-totally different to the farmhouse but what a great way to finish off the trip. The place was relaxing, spacious with lots of trees(yes fig trees bearing fruits!)and big open rooms where you could lounge in anytime of the day or night.

Classes… for those who are like me, well…my “classroom” started the day I arrived. I was immersed in the language, the culture, the people and the Italian cuisine daily. Whist only a student of 18 months. I found myself being understood and I was able to hold a conversation for 2 hours in a vintage car with the driver talking about everything under the sun. Was I proud-you bet!

So, if you are unsure about joining the tour…don’t be…I am going again in July!!

"Umbria with Antonella"

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For those who are thinking of taking a trip to Umbria with Antonella but have reservations….don’t.

My name is May and I am a first year student with Forum Italiano. In August 2011, I travelled to… Read more
"Umbria with Antonella"

Con questo piccolo regalo ti vogliamo ringraziare per il tuo tempo assolutamente maraviglioso con te, e il gruppo nel tuo paese di Umbria Era un esperienza indimenticabile! Grazie mille Antonella. … Read more
Con questo piccolo regalo ti vogliamo ringraziare

Grazie mille per tutto. Questa esperienza viene una volta nella vita. Mi sono divertita ogni giorno di nostro viaggio. Baci Lorraine, Erin and Alessandra.

(Thank you so much for everything. This… Read more
Grazie mille per tutto.
Dear Antonella, thank you for the most wonderful trip to Umbria. Lots of love Catherine.

Catherine (from Sydney )
Thank you for the most wonderful trip to Umbria
Tanti ringraziamenti per il viaggio, per me era un’esperienza piena di memorie che non dimentichero`. Anche apprezzo che sempre mi inconraggi, un segno dell’insegnante migliore. Grazie mille, a pr… Read more
Tanti ringraziamenti per il viaggio
Dearest Antonella, Just a few words to say “grazie mille” for the wonderful time spent together, in Umbria. The tour was exceptional and I again enjoyed it immensely. Your friendship is so special… Read more
Just a few words to say “grazie mille”
The people we met. Roberta, Laura, Gianni, Marisa, Marcello, Cecilia, Giampaolo, Bruno, your wonderful neighbours from Casigliano, Dinner at your neighbours’ house – Antonella, you organised the … Read more
The people we met. Roberta, Laura...
The feeling of being an “adopted Italian “ and really living the Italian life as opposed to being a tourist In all regards the 11 day exceeded our expectations. Every aspect of the tour was exce… Read more
The feeling of being an “adopted Italian “
I feel I got to know Umbria much better going with you than I would have on any other tour your love of here radiated to us all and for this I thank you most sincerely.

I look forward to doing the… Read more
I got to know Umbria
Anyone that wants a unique italian holiday experience I can highly recommend antonella . Lisa and I stayed in her village in Umbria in 2007 and it remains one of our lives most treasured memories

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Anyone that wants a unique italian holiday
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