Tailor Made Italy Luxury Travel
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Sandee Hughes
New Orleans, LA Travel Agent· 9 Years of Experience
BucketList Travel Advisors, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
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100% Recommended
Our trip to Madrid and Barcelona in June 2025 was truly a trip of a lifetime. Sandee took the time to understand that we wanted a... Read More >
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Italy, Florence, Milan, Positano, RomeInterests:
Solo Travel, Luxury, Food & Wine, European Culture, Culinary & FoodieAbout Me
The most iconic symbol Italy in the Eternal City
As a certified Italy travel specialist with 5+ years of experience in Italy, Sandee is your key to crafting an unforgettable Italian adventure.
Partnering with a trusted local Italian supplier, I go beyond cookie-cutter tours, curating custom-designed journeys that perfectly match your interests and lifestyle.
I am a passionate foodie and wine enthusiast, with an in-depth knowledge of Italy's diverse culinary landscape. From hidden trattorias serving up regional specialties to exclusive vineyard tours and cooking classes, your taste buds will embark on a delightful odyssey.
Of course, Italy offers much more than just delicious food. My expertise extends to the country's rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty. Whether you dream of exploring ancient ruins, immersing yourself in artistic masterpieces, or hiking breathtaking landscapes, I will craft an itinerary that feeds your soul as well as your stomach.
With insider knowledge and local in-country connections, I will introduce you to authentic experiences that most tourists miss. Imagine sipping local wines with friendly villagers, learning traditional crafts from artisans, or discovering hidden gems off the beaten path.
When you are you ready to embark on a journey that will awaken your senses and leave you with memories to cherish forever. Contact Sandee and let me create you a Tailor Made Luxury Italian escape.
See a sample itinerary on my website:
https://bucketlisttraveladvisors.com/tailor-made-italy-luxury-itineraries/
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Italy, Florence, Milan, Positano, RomeInterests:
Solo Travel, Luxury, Food & Wine, European Culture, Culinary & FoodieREVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
24 reviews
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Unforgettable Journey to Spain
Reviewed By HappyTraveller7 - Louisiana | Traveled to Madrid | Spain | Europe
Our trip to Madrid and Barcelona in June 2025 was truly a trip of a lifetime. Sandee took the time to understand that we wanted a blend of culture, cuisine and history. We asked her to pack as many tours and activities into this vacation
as possible. She did just that! Every detail was thoughtfully customized just for us! The boutique hotels were charming and ideally located, the transfers were smooth, and the activities she planned for us were absolutely amazing! I cannot say enough about the private tours and the fantastic tour guides that Sandee booked for us! Every tour felt intimate and insightful! We toured cathedrals, palace’s, architectural marvels, had dinner on a private catamaran in the Mediterranean, and had a blast watching flamenco dancers. Every experience felt uniquely ours! Sandee was always just a message away, though everything was so well planned we were able to relax and enjoy every moment.
Sandee, thank you so much for every unforgettable memory that we will ha
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Dream vacation to multiple countries
Reviewed By WMAdventures - San Diego | Traveled to Europe
Sandee helped pull off one of our dream vacations to Morocco, Barcelona, Nice and Monaco. So many positives, we loved so many aspects of the trip from the activities to sites to hotels and quite a few delicious meals.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The Trip of a Lifetime
Reviewed By LoveMeT - Phoenix | Traveled to Amalfi | Italy | Europe
Every detail for our Italy vacation was perfect, and Sandee's recommendations were so amazing and helpful. Thank you again for helping make our trip of a lifetime so incredible! I appreciate you and I am giving your name to friends!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic trip!
Reviewed By Nancy - Santa Rosa, CA | Traveled to Italy | Europe
Sandee has helped us plan multiple trips for both just us and for our entire family. She listens to what we like to do and coordinates the perfect trip for us. Our last trip to Spain and Italy was exactly what we wanted- part land and part cruise. Sandee follows up on how we are doing during the trip and helps us with any questions. Everything has gone smoothly for every trip she’s helped us plan. Her knowledge of travel in different countries was so valuable. We look forward to working with Sandee with all our future travel plans!
Sandee Hughes responded
"Thank you Nancy. It is always a pleasure to plan with and for you and I look forward to what you have planned next on your bucket list. "
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The varied adventure we were looking for.
Reviewed By Stacey - Le Mans, Sable Sur Sarthe, Normandy, Paris | Traveled to France | Europe
We were trying to plan our long overdue honeymoon that included our now teenage boys. We wanted to explore a French canal on our own boat and our boys wanted to see the 24 hour Le Mans race and Paris. Sandee made it all work for us by reserving a canal boat on the Sarthe River in close proximity to Le Mans. Following the race we spent a few days exploring the villages along the Sarthe river, including taking in Vespers at an amazingly beautiful monastery. Sandee arranged private drivers and private tours for us as well. This included a drive to Mount St Michael and a tour of the interior. We had a private driver and tour of Normandy which was not part of our original plan in France, but was an amazing addition that Sandee recommended for us. Standing on Omaha Beach and Utah Beach was an experience my two boys will never forget. Sandee also arranged tours for us in Paris that included the Louvre and Versailles. We stayed in a beautiful hotel close to the Louvre and the Musee d'Orsay. Sa
Sandee Hughes responded
"Thank you Stacey. It was a pleasure to assist you and your family on your bucket list items through France. "
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Certifications & Awards
Italia Certified Travel To Italy Specialist
My Places
When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.
My Itineraries
2+ Week Northern Italy Grand Tour
Countries visited
Italy
Suggested Duration
18 Days
Client Testimonials
England & France Vacation
We had the most amazing time on our trip. Thank you Sandee for choosing such amazing experiences. We are back to reality now and sad it's over but we loved every minute of our European Adventure in London, Paris and Nice!”
Sroufe Family
Always an adventure!
Sandee makes our vacations an even better adventure! We appreciate everything she does!
Cumbo Family
Thank you, for making the impossible possible
Our hearts overflow with gratitude to Sandee Hughes for crafting a journey that transcended the ordinary. Our accommodations, meticulously handpicked by Sandee, provided us with havens of luxury and comfort that made each day's exploration all the more enchanting. It was as if we were living in a dream, with breathtaking vistas at every turn, thank you Sandee for your impeccable choices.
Karen K.
Our river cruise was fabulous!
The ship was very nice, clean and safe. The staff and the service was wonderful. The tulips were at prime viewing time and our best weather day was at the Keukenhof gardens. Thank you again for all your assistance over the past 3 years! Will keep you in mind for future trips.
Sheryl P.
Hassle Free Travel!
Everything that was planned accordingly couldn’t have gone much smoother. We were amazed. Everything set up in orderly fashion from the drivers meeting at your spot in timely manner to getting to where you needed to go. All the guides were superb and good personalities. Really enjoyed the trip hassle free
L Montgomery.
Every excursion was amazing!
We had such a great time and loved the hospitality we were shown at each stop
James L