Matteo Della Grazia and Daniela Mencarelli, founders of Discover Your Italy – FuorITinerario, have been named to Travel + Leisure’s 2026 A-List of the World’s Top Travel Advisors for the ninth consecutive year. This sustained recognition highlights not only their expertise as travel advisors but also the company’s commitment to crafting luxury, authentic Italian experiences for travelers worldwide.
Why the Travel + Leisure A-List Matters
The Travel + Leisure A-List is one of the most respected acknowledgments in the travel industry. Advisors are selected for their deep knowledge of destinations, ability to design personalized itineraries, and dedication to creating meaningful travel experiences. Being included on the list for nine consecutive years reflects a consistent approach to curating Italy travel with depth, discernment, and authenticity.
Italy Travel, Reimagined
At Discover Your Italy, Matteo and Daniela have always believed that Italy is more than a collection of landmarks. It is a country of nuance, rich local traditions, and hidden moments that reveal themselves only when approached with care and expertise.
From private dinners with local families in Tuscany to serene afternoons in Umbrian villages, the experiences the company curates are designed to immerse travelers in Italy’s culture, history, and lifestyle. By emphasizing authentic Italian experiences over crowds or checklists, Discover Your Italy helps travelers see the country as locals do.
The Philosophy Behind Discover Your Italy
Discover Your Italy has built a reputation for thoughtful, personalized travel by fostering long-standing relationships with local hoteliers, guides, artisans, and cultural custodians. These connections allow the team to access hidden gems in Italy and deliver journeys that combine luxury travel standards with cultural authenticity.
This approach ensures that every itinerary is not only curated for comfort and elegance but also for immersive cultural discovery. Travelers experience Italy at a slower, more meaningful pace, gaining insights that go beyond typical tourist experiences.
Recognition That Reflects Responsibility
Being named to the Travel + Leisure A-List is more than an accolade; it is a reminder of responsibility. For Matteo, Daniela, and the Discover Your Italy team, it affirms their commitment to maintaining high standards, protecting authenticity, and continually refining their approach to Italy travel planning.
Every journey they create is informed by expert local knowledge, ensuring that clients experience Italy in a way that is genuine, culturally rich, and memorable.
Planning Your Italian Journey
If you are seeking a travel advisor who can craft luxury, personalized Italian experiences, Discover Your Italy combines expertise, creativity, and deep local insight. Whether exploring Tuscany’s rolling hills, Umbria’s quiet villages, or the serene beauty of Lake Garda, each itinerary is designed to connect travelers with the soul of Italy.
