

Lorena Basualdo
Travel Specialist & Italy Tour Expert
Travel specialist with firsthand reporting and expert commentary on consumer travel, aviation, accommodations, border security, and international travel logistics. Co-founder of ItalianTourism.us, a boutique travel agency specializing in all-inclusive and curated small-group tours to Italy, designed for travelers seeking authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences.
Experience & Expertise
- Professional travel specialist and tour operator with deep on-the-ground experience across Italy
- Internationally media contributor quoted on consumer travel issues, aviation, hotels, and border security
- Regularly consulted for insights into airline operations, hotel practices, and international travel systems
- Advises travelers on planning high-value, stress-free all-inclusive Italy vacation packagesDesigns and leads Italy tours focused on culture, regional food, history, and lesser-known destinations
Featured In & Media Coverage
Selected Media Coverage
Selected examples of expert commentary and reporting on consumer travel, aviation, accommodations, border security, and destination travel.
- Authentic, off-the-beaten-path destinations in Italy — London Daily News
- Hotel upgrade strategies and consumer accommodation tips — The Independent
- Border phone inspections and travel security preparation — Daily Mail
- Airline etiquette, passenger behavior and travel psychology — USA Today
- Travel expert insights and international travel planning — Express (UK)
About the Author
Lorena Basualdo is a travel specialist and Italy tour expert with extensive experience navigating international travel systems and designing immersive travel experiences across Italy and the Mediterranean. Her work focuses on helping travelers move beyond tourist clichés and experience destinations with greater confidence, cultural understanding, and practical insight.
In addition to designing all-inclusive Italy itineraries and small-group cultural tours, Lorena contributes expert analysis on the realities of modern travel, including airline operations, hotel practices, border procedures, and international mobility challenges.
Latest Italy Travel Guides by Lorena
Firsthand reporting, destination guides, and expert insights on Italy travel, trip planning, and navigating international travel with confidence.
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Verona Day Trip from Venice: Romeo, Juliet & the Roman Arena
If you’re planning a day trip from Venice, Verona is the one I recommend to clients who want Italy’s great-hits…
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Cingoli Day Trip from Ancona: Italy’s Prettiest Hilltop Town (2027 Guide)
Cingoli is a walled hilltop town in the Marche, about 50 minutes’ drive from Ancona, and the winner of Borgo…
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Orvieto Day Trip from Rome: The Hilltop Town I Send Every Client To
If you’re planning a day trip from Rome, Orvieto is one of the first places I recommend. I plan Italy…
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10 Expert Tips for Planning a Vacation to Italy in 2027
Expert Advice from the Italy Specialists at ItalianTourism.us By Lorena Basualdo, last updated September 1, 2026 Planning a vacation to…
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Italy: The Gold Medalist of the Humanities
From the grit of family workshops to the lights of the Olympic stage, discover Italy’s 20 regions that feed the…
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2026 Venice Carnival: What It’s Really Like (Based on Attending in 2025)
Venice Carnival 2026: A Guide Based on My Experience at the Carnival of Venice This article shares my firsthand experience…









