S. James Torcivia, Travel Agent in Lebanon, TN

S. James Torcivia

Lebanon, TN Travel Agent

S. James Torcivia

Lebanon, TN

Gaelic & Garlic Travels, LLC, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(4)
100% Recommended
Jim took care of everything for us from planning, air travel, hotel room, most meals,free time, Italian school. He did it all. All we... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Rome, Ireland, Florence, Tuscany

Interests:

River Cruises, Couples & Romance, Luxury Cruises

Suppliers:

CIE Tours, Delta Vacations, Adventures By Disney

About Me

Italy, Ireland, & European River Cruise Advisor

I enjoy assisting people with their travel arrangements, especially to Italy and Ireland, since my wife and I have roots there. Helping clients to experience their first (or second or third...) wonderful river cruise is also exhilarating for me.

I'm relatively new to the travel industry but not to travel. I started my agency after retiring from a successful career at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store.

My fascinations with architecture, food, and wine have led me to spend a lot of time studying and experiencing them myself. These passions give me the ability to make recommendations for clients with similar interests.

Because of my frequent travels to Italy and Ireland, I get to sample numerous hotels, villas, restaurants, historical sites, museums, and shops first-hand.

I share these experiences, and advice drawn from them, with my clients in creating their special trip—whether it's a family getaway (for 2 or more), a romantic second honeymoon, or a milestone celebratory trip.

In fact, I'm in the process of planning a trip to Tuscany for my extended family right now. I'm handling everything—air and hotel arrangements, villa rentals, car rentals, tours, cooking lessons, and wine tastings. Sound interesting? I can do the same for you!

Additional Languages
Italian

Why do I travel?

Mt. Etna as seen from the Greek Theatre in Taormin
Mt. Etna as seen from the Greek Theatre in Taormin

I get a kick out of going to new places in the old world and discovering bits of history. Whether it's a castle or abbey ruin in Ireland or a fortified hilltop town in Italy, historic sites never fail to delight me.

The joy of sampling the culture, food, wine, shopping, and way of life in other cultures also drives me to travel. You get to meet new people, experience new tastes and smells, and have adventures that you cannot experience at home. Travel really makes life worth living.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
4 reviews
100% Recommended
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Jim took care of everything for us
Reviewed By Denis - Tennessee | Traveled to
Jim took care of everything for us from planning, air travel, hotel room, most meals,free time, Italian school. He did it all. All we had to do was go to the airport. It was a great trip with know hitches or rough spots. Everything was great, I can't think of anything I would have done better or different. Excellent trip and I will use Jim again in the future.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Thorough & professional
Reviewed By Italia - Nashville, Tn | Traveled to
Jim's thorough and professional attention to detail for our two-week trip through Italy by air, train and car, with appropriate transfers , plus great hotels at each stop were essential to the best trip of our life!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Perfect level of service
Reviewed By Mountainwines - Nashville | Traveled to
Did a great job running a VERY diverse group. Participants on the tour ranged from laid back and easy going to extremely uptight and high maintenance. He handled all with equal respect and efficiency. Easy to communicate with and has a true love of travel, culture and people.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Traveling made easy
Reviewed By Let Jim handle it!! - United States | Traveled to
Jim Torcivia is your man!! Jim is very knowledgeable about all things Italian and Irish. He and his wife have first hand experience having traveled so much themselves. He has actually booked trips to both countries for me. He makes the whole process from inception to completion a joy. He will even make reservations or book tours for popular spots ahead of time for you. I never even thought I would be able to afford a trip overseas, but Jim's knowledge and expertise in this area enabled him to make it all work within my budget. I highly recommend you putting the trip of your dreams into his very capable hands.. you won't regret it!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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AMA Waterways Specialist
Avalon Waterways Specialist
CIE Tours Ireland Specialist
Mongrams MBA
Paul Gauguin Pearls Program Partner