Travel By Mitra

25/04/2025

April 25th marks the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Italy from N**i occupation and fascist dictatorship — a turning point that reshaped the soul of a nation. It wasn’t just a military victory, it was a moral stand. Women and men, many barely more than teenagers, joined the partisan resistance to fight for a future where freedom, dignity, and justice would prevail. They fought in forests, in the mountains, in the streets of our cities — often with nothing but their will and courage.

Bella Ciao was their song. A farewell to life, a cry for liberty, a final gift to those who would come after. It was never meant to be a trend. It was an act of defiance sung by those who knew they might not see the dawn. Every note carries the weight of sacrifice, of resistance, of hope carved out under occupation.

Today, 80 years later, it is not just Italy’s history — it is a reminder to all of us that democracy, peace, and human rights are never guaranteed. They are built, defended, and often paid for with blood.

Honor the memory. Learn the history. Never let the meaning fade.

♥️🇮🇹 Altro che sobrietà: il 25 aprile si celebra con orgoglio, memoria viva e voce alta. Buon anniversario della Liberazione — a chi ha scelto di resistere, e a chi sceglie ancora oggi di non chinare la testa.

10/04/2025

Important 💜

Maxi multa dell'Antitrust ai servizi di Biglietteria Parco Archeologico del Colosseo per la prolungata indisponibilità di biglietti di accesso all'area, anche a causa dell'accaparramento tramite bot e altri strumenti automatizzati. (ANSA)

13/02/2025

Did you know you can book your trips based on your passions—whether it’s adventure, ultra-luxury spas, sports, or even dance?

This tangoing travel advisor knows how to steer you right.

Link in bio to get started with your dream trip / event!

08/02/2025

I do history lessons over on another social media platform. But tell me why I think this Facebook crowd wouldn’t appreciate them? 🙂‍↔️😅🧐 or am I wrong?

These are some of the topics (see attached photos below)

30/01/2025

If you think history isn’t politics - you’re wrong.
It’s 50% politics and 50% religion.

If you think historians aren’t political - you’re wrong again.

27/01/2025

If you don’t watch stories here on Facebook, you are really missing out. 🤗

I know that not a lot of you understand a point of them, but they are more like a real life, what’s -happening -right -in -this moment reality inside into what I’m doing and currently I’m showing you what it looks like when I open the great pyramids of Egypt just for you as my client, as a travel advisor.

So understand that while I am a Tour Guide in Rome, my other job which is promoted on this page more than anything, is that I am a independent Virtuoso Travel Advisor who custom tailors  dream trips all around the world.

And this week, I am also traveling with my clients as they have opted for this extra upgrade as well. 

06/01/2025

🧙🏻‍♀️ In Italian folklore, Befana is an old woman who delivers gifts to children throughout Italy on Epiphany Eve (the night of January 5) in a similar way to St Nicholas or Santa Claus.

✨ A popular belief is that the name “Befana” come from the Feast of Epiphany, in Italian: Festa dell’Epifania. “Epifania” is a Latin word with Greek origins meaning “manifestation of the divinity.”

🤴 🤴 🤴 All we know that Epiphany is the religious celebration following Christmas of the arrival of the Three Magi to present their precious gifts to the Baby Jesus.
Others suggest that Befana is descended from the Sabine/Roman goddess named Strenia.

🧦In popular folklore Befana visits all the children of Italy on the eve of the Feast of the Epiphany to fill their socks with candy and presents if they are good, or a lump of coal if they are bad. In many poorer parts of Italy and in particular rural Sicily, a stick in a stocking was placed instead of coal.

🧹Being a good housekeeper, some people say she will sweep the floor before she leaves, and the sweeping meant the sweeping away of the problems of the year.

🌟 According to the popular Christian legend, Befana was approached by the biblical magi, also known as the Three Wise Men (or the three kings) a few days before the birth of the Infant Jesus.

🚪 The Magi stopped along their long journey, knocking on the door of an old woman to ask directions to Bethlehem and to rest. She received them and offer them refreshment and, like any good Italian “casalinga” (housewife) inquired of their journey.

🗺 They asked for directions to where the Son of God was, as they had seen his star in the sky, but she did not know.
So, they explained that they were following a star because a new king was born, a baby that would be the savior, and so they were making this long journey to pay homage and offer gifts to the new-born king. They asked her if she would like to accompany them, but she refused, saying she had too much house work to do.

💫 The Magi departed, but... something happened. Would you like a part two? Comment below as I leave you on a cliffhanger with ! 🙋🏻‍♀️

04/01/2025

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Travel smarter, travel better, and make every journey unforgettable. Let’s create your next adventure!

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03/01/2025

I want to know - as a virtuoso travel advisor and as a historian; what kind of reels do you want to see?

And before you start throwing out multiple destinations also suggest who pays for my time and travel, as I need to remind you I don’t make a cent off of social media.

I am editing some never seen 2024 reels but I am shooting new reels next week.

So tell me what you want to see 🫶🏼💜✨

03/01/2025

I am mildly (wildly) annoyed and the autocorrection of VIRTUOSO travel advisor to virtual but I will repeat this message in endless combinations all year ✨🫶🏼😂

29/12/2024

I am answering q&a in my stories so make sure you don’t miss them 💜

27/12/2024

“What is Virtuoso?”

🌎Virtuoso is an exclusive global network of travel advisors, luxury hotels, cruise lines, tour operators, and other high-end travel providers. Think of it as the VIP club of the travel world, where only the best of the best in the industry are invited to join.

🌍For travelers, working with a Virtuoso advisor means getting access to perks, upgrades, and experiences you wouldn’t find on your own. This could include free breakfast at a five-star hotel, room upgrades, spa credits, or even once-in-a-lifetime curated experiences.

🌏For travel advisors, being part of Virtuoso means you’re recognized as an expert in luxury travel, with connections to top-tier providers and the ability to offer your clients exclusive benefits that set you apart.

23/12/2024

18/12/2024

Gentle reminder that I am a virtuoso travel advisor.
I also do guided tours, because I am a board certified guide. This is however COMPLETELY SEPARATE from my travel advisory.

I custom tailor tours in the upper 4star premium category, luxury and ultra luxury. I work globally.
I arrange your perfect holiday, custom tailored. Dinner in the Egyptian desert, private yacht cruises, opening museums and palaces after hours, , weddings, anniversaries, elopements, ANYTHING.

What I do NOT do is use this platform as Tinder. I do not welcome my direct messages being used for inappropriate comments. You’re not anonymous and I WILL tell your wife.

17/12/2024

If you’re not reading my stories you really miss out on so many interesting things 😌