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Browse through the hundreds of reviews and testimonials our guests have left us on various review websites, in letters they have written us, and more. These wonderful words are the result of our core value: Our guests are to been treated as visiting friends and family, not customers.


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"A 5 Star rating isn't enough"

We ate the the meals we had prepared on the terrace, lingering over the table for hours--laughing, talking and singing

"Unforgettable trip"

I felt like an Italian villager They couldn’t have made me feel any more welcome

"Review by Kathy from Florida "

Claudia and her family were wonderful hosts, welcoming us into the family from the start. Valeria, our guide, was lots of fun and full of life. The villa was amazing and the views spectacular.

"Bologna & Emilia"

It was a gastronomic indulgence filled with unique, personal experiences. Our adventrure leader Linda was unfailingly enthusiastic, accommodating, patient and fun!

"Chianti Amore"

My daughter & I thoroughly enjoyed this CDV experience! We were welcomed and cared for the entire time.

"Los Gatos California meets Soriano, Lazio"

Fabulous accommodations. Amazing array of activities in Lazio, Umbria and Tuscany. Hands-on preparation of wonderful, made from scratch recipes. Pasta, pizza, pecorino and more!

"They Make it Easy"

Very different way to travel. You get to sit back relax and travel with a bunch of new friends.

"Fun Time"

Truly a unique experience. Not a cookie cutter tour.

"I LOVE CDV #2"

cannot only say a few words....read my full review!!

"My Bucklist Trip"

Having decided many, many years ago to undertake a residential cooking school in Italy, this trip to Sicily immediately appealed given the Island's diverse culinary influences. CDV did not disappoint