Appassionata Me

26/06/2024

16/06/2024

SPRING ADVENTURE! - Wow, oh wow!!! What a glorious time we had! Every group of women always makes their trip uniquely their own. Because of this, each and every trip is special and unforgettable to me. No two are ever alike. It is truly an adventure for Heather and I every single trip. Just look at the fun we had! : ) I know. I know. WAY too many pictures. I couldn't decide. Take a break half way through if you need to. : ) www.appassionatame.com

09/03/2024

JOIN US IN MAY - Spontaneous adventures are usually the best adventures. : ) We still have room for you. This trip of a lifetime is right around the corner. I promise it will be everything you hope it will be. This link will take you to a whole bunch of pictures of women living their dream. Why not be one of them? https://www.appassionatame.com/photos-girls-getaway

20/01/2024

COOKING IN FLORENCE - A highlight of every trip is our cooking class with Patrizia and Christina. The meal we all create together is one of the favorites out of the many fabulous meals we have. Her tiramisu has been voted the best anyone has ever tasted. I agree! We do the class in Christina's uncle's elegant apartment. Can't get more authentic than this! After we are done making a big mess in the dining room, we relax in the garden with some wine and the delicious focaccia we have just made. Patrizia and Christina join us for a bit. Not too long though as they have to go clean up and get the table set. It feels good to relax in such an amazing setting. The garden is so lush! It even has a big turtle living within its walls! We are eventually called back to the dining room to enjoy the fruits of our labor. Wow! The meal is fantastic! Who knew we were all such great chefs? We are quite impressed with ourselves. : ) www.appassionatame.com

01/01/2024

PEACEFUL BOAT RIDE - A quite boat ride down the Arno river in Florence....a guide to share the history of the beauty we are seeing....the hushed view of Florence that most never get to experience....bottles of wine because why wouldn't you : ) One of my favorite moments of every trip. www.appassionatame.com

05/08/2023

ONE OF MY FAVORITE MEALS - This guy, both owner and chef, makes us a fabulous 5 course dinner. He makes the whole experience so fun. This dinner goes on for hours! If this doesn’t convince you to join us I don’t know what will. 😄 www.appassionatame.com

02/08/2023

LAST CHANCE FOR FALL.... ANYBODY? 😃 I have 1 spot remaining for this fall if anyone is interested. I know it would be rather last minute but my goodness...what an adventure! You wouldn't regret it. Let me know within the next few days if you are interested. I know a brave and crazy woman is out there somewhere. 😃 www.appassionatame.com

23/06/2023

SOME FUN MOMENTS FROM OUR MAY TRIP! What a great bunch of ladies! We sure had fun. Each day seemed to bring a new adventure. I love doing this so much! It brings me so much joy! There is one spot left for the fall. Don't miss the opportunity to experience Italy the Appassionata Me way. : ) www.appassionatame.com

14/05/2023

HERE WE GO AGAIN! We are off to Italy on Wednesday to begin our 2023 season. It doesn't matter how many times I've been there. The excitement and anticipation are the same every time. I cannot wait to meet this group of adventurous women and show them the Italy I love so much. www.appassionatame.com

26/03/2023

WHY NOT JOIN US THIS FALL? There are still a few openings for our fall trips. Can you just imagine? Strolling around the streets of Florence truly amazed by what you see. Beauty is everywhere...around every corner there is something new to marvel at. Spend one magical night in a Tuscan hill town with a skyline unlike any other. Wander the quiet streets at night imagining yourself in this very place 600 years ago. Driving through Tuscany, on the way to our estate, you will see an endless number of rolling green hills. Vineyards and olive trees are everywhere, giving the countryside its unique, fairytale-like appearance. The sight of the grapes hanging from the vines almost ready for harvest .....drinking the wine from those same vines as you learn about the history of the family vineyard Spend 4 nights on our Tuscan estate drinking wine, laughing, and creating art with other like-minded, adventurous women. The end result of the art is secondary. You enjoy the process, the freedom, the absolute carefree nature of these days. You have nothing to worry about except enjoying every single minute of this adventure. Please join us. It will be everything you imagine it to be. www.appassionatame.com

17/02/2023

NEW 2023 OPENINGS!!! Anyone want to go to Italy this year? For real!! I unexpectedly have some openings. Lucky ladies!!! There have been a few women who had signed up but were unable to travel with us this year for various personal reasons. Their spots are waiting for you to grab if you want them. Two in May and one in September/October. I also had a travel agent who was going to fill up most of my September trip with her clients. Unfortunately, real life recently got in the way for her so she is no longer able to do the trip. That means there are 8 spots suddenly open in September. Holy crap! That’s plenty of room for all of you who have been dreaming of Italy. This trip is so unbelievably magical! Think about it…..but not for too long. : ) I will take registrations first come, first serve. An email to me will hold your spot until you can officially register. Don’t delay!! I expect these spots to go very quickly. I would LOVE to take you to Italy!! I hope to hear from you soon!!! www.appassionatame.com [email protected]

31/01/2023

AMAZING STREET MUSICIAN - One of the delights of travel is coming across the unexpected. These are moments so magical that you can hardly believe what you are experiencing. This was one such moment for me. I have never heard anything like this. How does he do it?? When he was finished I asked him where he learned to do it. He said it wasn't like piano where it is easy to find someone to teach you. He had to learn all on his own. Truly unbelievable!! I wonder if it would sound different with wine in the glasses. : ) www.appassionatame.com

23/01/2023

30/10/2022

GRATITUDE As I sit reflecting on my life-changing, dream fulfilling reality that has become Appassionata Me, I am filled with gratitude for the person who has been indispensable in making my dream come true....my assistant Heather. I came across this post from a couple years ago. I think it deserves to be reposted. It will embarrass her and she will hate it but that's half the fun of it. lol. : )

20/10/2022

HAPPY LADIES!!! I would say our 2022 season was a huge success judging from the smiles on these ladies faces. : ) Wow, oh wow! I cannot begin to describe the fabulous time we had. I will try to show you with pictures soon. www.appassionatame.com

24/07/2022

OCTOBER 2022 OPPORTUNITY!

02/04/2022

BASILICA of SANTA CROCE - FLORENCE We visit this beautiful church when we are staying in Florence. It was completed in 1385. I always marvel at how these amazing structures were built without the help of modern equipment. Michelangelo and Galileo, among others, have impressive tombs lining the side of the building. And for those of you who are worried........visiting churches isn't the ONLY thing we do. We have plenty of wine breaks in between. : )
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17/03/2022

WHO WANTS MY LAST SPOTS FOR 2022? There are 4 spots left for May and only 2 left for September. Anybody interested? Let me know if you are thinking about it. I'm going to do another ad soon, but don't want to do that quite yet in case some of you are on the fence. I'd prefer to give the last spots to you guys rather than total strangers. Thanks! (enjoy these views from some of our apartments) www.appassionatame.com

13/03/2022

NEW FOR MAY TRIP - BARDINI and BOBOLI GARDENS - The Giardino Bardini is a beautiful example of an Italian Renaissance garden. Just look at that wisteria tunnel! Wow! I can't wait to see it.... and smell it. It must be glorious! On the hilltops of Florence, this garden offers an unforgettable view of this majestic city. Giardino Boboli was the inspiration for the gardens of Versailles. Located behind the grand Pitti Palace, it seems to go on forever. Discover hidden grottos, centuries old oak trees, sculptures and fountains that seem to grow right out of their beautiful surroundings. Come join us! There is still time to sign up for this exciting adventure! www.appassionatame.com

04/03/2022

PIAZZA DEL CAMPO IN SIENA - This is one of Europe's greatest medieval squares. It is so impressive!! After wandering the streets of Siena for a bit, we always end up here where a gelato is just the thing as we take it all in.
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27/02/2022

THE ESTATE WHERE WE DO OUR ART

21/02/2022

DAY 9

19/02/2022

DAY 8

19/02/2022

DAY 7

17/02/2022

DAY 6

17/02/2022

DAY 5

15/02/2022

DAY 4

14/02/2022

DAY 3

13/02/2022

DAY 2

12/02/2022

DAY 1