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Rosemary Mondo, Travel Agent in Skaneateles, NY

Rosemary Mondo

Skaneateles, NY Travel Agent
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Rosemary Mondo

Skaneateles, NY · 25 Years of Experience

Via Mondo Travel & Wellness, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(82)
96% Recommended
Great working with Rosemary! Made the whole process super easy! Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Italy, Europe

Interests:

Luxury, Heritage, Food & Wine, Celebration Travel, Escorted Tours

About Me

4 Times Skiing the Italian Alps
4 Times Skiing the Italian Alps

With a Masters in Italian Studies and a lifelong connection to my Sicilian heritage, my passion for Italy is deeply embedded in my soul. I have been traveling to Sicily since I was a child, later studying at the University of Messina and earning my Master’s in Italian Studies from Middlebury College in Florence. My expertise goes beyond a general love for the country; I possess an intimate knowledge of Italy's history, politics, culture, and the distinct "campanilismo" that defines the pride of each region.

When you choose Via Mondo Travel as your planner, you receive more than just a proposal. You get an insightful, curated experience that I believe is unmatched by any other agency in the United States. I bridge the gap between my deep Italian roots and an understanding of the North American traveler’s expectations to create seamless, effortless journeys.

Whether you are interested in the Dolomites, the shores of Sardinia, the Tuscan landscape, or the traditions of Puglia and Sicily, I have first-hand experience in every corner of the country. From active hiking and cycling trips to luxury cruises and secluded retreats, I have planned and executed it all over my 25-year career.With half a century of personal visits and a professional background as an Italian travel specialist, I invite you to experience the Via Mondo difference. You are in expert hands when you book your Italian getaway with me.

Additional Languages
Italian

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
82 reviews
96% Recommended
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Great time, beautiful island, beautiful resort!
Reviewed By sara - East Syracuse NY | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Great working with Rosemary! Made the whole process super easy!
Rosemary Mondo responded
"It's super easy to work with great clients! I'm so grateful! Look forward to helping with your next travel destination. Happy Holidays! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great trip through Scotland and Ireland
Reviewed By joan - Philadelphia | Traveled to Scotland and Ireland
Rosemary listened to my needs and wants. I have a disability and needed accommodations with elevators and handicapped bathrooms.

Rosemary put together a great itinerary that took my son and through Glasgow and Edinburg Scotland and all over Ireland!

It was a wonderful trip and I plan on going to Rosemary for my new vacation. I highly recommend her.

Also, she was really great about getting back to me promptly. Communication can often be difficult, but it wasn't with Rosemary.

She took great care of us!
Rosemary Mondo responded
"Knowing you had a great time with your son in Scotland and Ireland means the world to me. Thank you, Joan! I can't wait to wrap my arms around your next adventure! Happy trails! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Perfect Honeymoon!
Reviewed By Missy and Sam - Auburn, New York | Traveled to St. Lucia ~ Caribbean
Rosemary was wonderful to work with! She is very friendly and knowledgeable about traveling! After talking to her about what we were looking for on our honeymoon, Rosemary was able to give us options and she helped us find an incredible spot to visit!
Rosemary Mondo responded
"I am so glad everything worked out so beautifully for you two! It was a pleasure working on the honeymoon with you. I look forward to assisting you with other travels. Welcome back home as Mr. & Mrs. P. "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Family Trip to Italy
Reviewed By Kathleen - Nanuet, NY | Traveled to Florence ~ Italy ~ Europe
Rosemary listened to us attentively and created a personalized, individualized trip for us with activities based on our interests and preferences. We would not have been able to find the combination of activities that suit us so well without her help and knowledge. All the activities she chose for us were enjoyable and of high quality.
Rosemary Mondo responded
"Thank you Kathy. At times I don't get it right, but I've been working on my craft for 17 years. Over the years, I've learned to listen, which helps me create unforgettable packages. I take great pride and joy in my work. I look forward to planning your next vacation! Travel wisely! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Father - daughter Italy trip
Reviewed By , - Canastota NY | Traveled to Siena ~ Italy ~ Europe
Excellent planning and support during the trip
Rosemary Mondo responded
"Benvenuto! Thank you, Dr. Picciano. I look forward to working with you in the future. It was a pleasure planning your father, daughter trip. Ciao for now! Rosemary "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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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.

Client Testimonials

Italian Flavors Unleashed
What a fantastic trip we had. Thank you for all the hard work you did! Everything flowed very well. To start, we loved Venice! The hotel in Venice was top notch, the best of the 3 hotels! Verona was awesome, and the winery tour was absolutely incredible! I think Bologna was my favorite! It has a significant university presence. Safe with spirit. The trip to the prosciutto, and parmesan factories was really good. Our guide was great! Our villa in Montelopio was beautiful. You just can't get a bad view in Tuscany! Marziana was a delightful host! The biggest treat was having her chef friend come and cook for us! Very special. We love Florence and it was great to see it again! The history of all the cities was amazing. Truffle hunting and the cooking class was over the top good. Great wines there also, great people! We loved Lucca also! The whole trip was set up very well. A truly fantastic, memorable trip set up extremely well! All our travel plans went smoothly.
Gard L. N. Carolina
Our European Venture: Spain & Portugal
You did an amazing job planning our vacation. We were very impressed with your hotel selections and their locations. You wove everything together beautifully for us so we didn’t have to worry or stress. The tours were both very good and covered everything we wanted to see. I absolutely loved Barcelona. I would go back in a heartbeat. That was the hottest part of our trip but the location you picked was so excellent that we got to see the Gothic quarter and El Baro. Despite reading how much they hate us American tourist, we thought the people were very friendly and polite and we had no issues and didn’t feel unsafe anywhere. We are beach people so we really liked the Algarve. The hotel we stayed at was our favorite and my favorite town was probably Carvoeiro. Seeing the caves was a stand out. We had an amazing time and thanks again for everything you did to make it that way!
Carolyn J. New Jersey
Ciao Bella: A Family Bike Odyssey
Just a note to thank you and let you know that out trip was wonderful! Great weather, very nice people, beautiful scenery, the best guides possible, complete support, fantastic bikes, well planned routes, top notch hotels, interesting activities, and the meals made this the trip of a lifetime. Being with my sons for two weeks was the highlight! There aren't words to convey the joy I experienced! Thanks again!
Skip D. Florida
Caribbean Motion: Spa & Wellness Adventure
Body Holiday was fantastic and just what we wanted. We worked out twice a day, walked up 100 steps 5 times a day, had a delightful spa treatment and ate healthy food. All in all, it was a wonderful trip — we would recommend to others — we may go back. There are people that have been going there for 20 plus years!
Dick A. Florida
Charleston: Where History Comes Alive
Trip was great. Accommodations were in a beautiful location and conveniently located. Everyone in our family enjoyed it immensely. You do a great job communicating and setting us up for success. Would highly recommend you to other potential travelers. So refreshing to be out of Central NY during the winter months. Look forward to working with you again soon.
Paul H. Syracuse, New York
European Adventure by Rail
Andrew and I had the trip of a life time and we are so incredibly grateful for you for making it happen! The trip was better than we could’ve ever imagined. Thank you so much again, we’re grateful beyond words!
Emily C, Boston, MA
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