Planning Your Trip to Italy
Schedule a 30-minute call with Beth to start planning your trip to Italy with Italy Roots & Routes and also discover the services Beth and her team provide.
Take a look at the calendar below and select a date and time whenever possible that work for your schedule. Subsequently, Beth will be notified when you book an appointment on her calendar. Beth will reach out when she gets your appointment and let you know if she has earlier availability.
If you want your discussion to focus on your ROOTS, also please follow this link to fill out a pre-call ancestry information form. This form is used to give Beth some background information on your family and help her start to see if you are potentially eligible for Jure Sanguinis. Additionally to let Beth know if you will be planning a trip to Italy to locate documents or family information.
If you want your discussion to focus on your ROUTES, please fill out this pre-call trip planning form before our call. Having this information will help Beth learn more about your proposed trip and be prepared for the discussion. This form includes information about when, when and with whom you plan to travel. We ask about your dining preferences, your physical requirements and other specifics so we can get to know you and the company you’ll be travelling with. If you are travelling with a group, please feel free to invite each adult to fill out the form as having as much information as possible helps us fine tune the initial call.
Mercato Sant’Ambrosia in Florence, Italy
Mercato Sant’Ambrogio offers an authentic glimpse into daily life in Florence. It is a lively market where locals shop for fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and more. Visitors can enjoy seasonal ingredients and traditional Tuscan specialties prepared on site. The atmosphere is welcoming, with a rhythm that reflects the city’s culinary traditions. A visit here provides both a taste of Florence and a deeper connection to its vibrant community.
Beautiful Pienza, Tuscany Italy
Strolling through Pienza feels like stepping into a postcard — charming streets, stunning views, and the scent of pecorino cheese in the air. Sip a glass of local wine as you admire the rolling Tuscan hills. Every corner offers a perfect photo op and a warm Italian smile.
Montalcino is a picturesque hilltop town in southern Tuscany, renowned for its exceptional Brunello di Montalcino wine. Its medieval streets, ancient fortresses, and sweeping views of the Val d’Orcia create a timeless atmosphere. Wine enthusiasts can visit esteemed local vineyards and cellars to sample some of Italy’s finest reds. A visit to Montalcino offers an ideal blend of history, culture, and the pleasures of the Tuscan countryside.
The Pantheon in Rome is one of the best-preserved monuments of ancient Rome, originally built as a temple to all the gods. Its massive dome and oculus continue to inspire awe, showcasing the architectural brilliance of the Roman Empire. Visitors are drawn to its harmonious proportions and the serene light that filters through the central opening. Standing within the Pantheon offers a profound sense of history and a connection to Rome’s enduring legacy.
Polignano a Mare is a stunning cliff‑side town on the Adriatic coast of Puglia, where limestone precipices drop directly into crystal blue waters
Its old town is an atmospheric labyrinth of whitewashed alleys, punctuated by poetic inscriptions, charming piazzas, and terraces offering panoramic sea views. A boat tour to explore the coastal marinе grottos —especially the famed Grotta Palazzese with its cliff‑carved restaurant—reveals the town’s most dramatic natural settings. We enjoyed Aperitivo at the Appian Way Cocktail bar in the heart of Polignano a Mare.
Florentine Gelato at Gelateria Edoardo.
I normally say not to stop at the places in the tourist areas, but this gelato is so delicious it makes sense to grab a double on a cone and find a spot in the piazza del Duomo to enjoy it and people watch. It is Tuscany’s first certified organic gelateria, offering richly textured, preservative-free gelato made from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Their signature hand-pressed waffle cones, crafted on-site to ensure warmth and crispness, perfectly complement standout flavors like pistachio, cinnamon, zabaglione, and innovative sorbets such as red wine or honey–lavender.