Episode #17: Experience Authentic Italy in 2025 with Angelo Cartotenuto of LivTours

About this episode

Kathy McCabe interviews Angelo Carotenuto about authentic travel experiences in Italy and the evolving tourism landscape.

Kathy McCabe, host of Dream of Italy, welcomes Angelo Carotenuto, founder of LivTours (formerly LivItaly). They discuss how tourism in Italy has evolved, with Carotenuto emphasizing the importance of booking experiences well in advance, particularly for major attractions like the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. Kathy and Angelo explore his unique tour offerings, from Vespa sidecar rides in Rome to early morning Vatican visits and after-hours access to St. Mark's Basilica in Venice. Carotenuto shares his philosophy on creating meaningful travel experiences, drawing from his background as a tour guide with acting experience. He emphasizes that travel to Italy is deeply emotional and transformative, with tourists often arriving with dreams and expectations shaped by media, history, and cultural influences. Kathy and Angelo also spend time covering practical advice for visiting Rome during the 2025 Jubilee Year and highlights the importance of exploring lesser-known neighborhoods like Prati for authentic dining experiences. Kathy and Angelo discuss: How optimal booking window for Italian tours is now 4-6 weeks in advance, with many travelers planning even further ahead. The…

People in this episode

Host: Kathy McCabe

Guest: Angelo Carotenuto

Topics covered

• Italian tourism
• travel experiences
• Vatican visits
• authentic dining
• 2025 Jubilee Year

Keywords

• Italy
• LivTours
• Vatican Museums
• St. Peter's Basilica
• 2025 Jubilee Year
• authentic dining
• travel experiences
• Rome
• Venice

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: LivTours

Places: Italy, Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, Rome, Venice, Prati

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