Testimonials

We highly recommend To Italy with Love Tours to anyone who is interested in sampling true Italian living, great food—every day a different menu, visits close by to experience local Italian attractions—museums, gardens, castles, battlefields. But the best part was the feeling that you were truly experiencing Italy, not as a tourist, but as a friend of the family. June provided those extra amenities that made this trip truly relaxing—from airport pick-up to arranging special events for interested travelers. Her excellent command of Italian, knowing everyone everywhere we went, made the trip ever so enjoyable. And, the accommodations—views of the Tyrennian sea, delicious breakfasts and proximity to local shopping, boating and swimming makes Sperlonga a town not to be missed. The time of the year is also special, not hot, less tourists, and affordable. So, make your reservation now, this is a trip not to be missed!

— Barrie & Michael S.
May 2023

To Italy with Love ... LOVE is the perfect word to describe this trip! You will fall in love with Italy in a way that traditional tours cannot even come close to offering! And it's obvious that June loves Italy, the people and being your guide! We almost hate to share how wonderful Sperlonga really is... we don't want too many people to know about it! =) It's truly a magical place where you can relax, recharge, immerse yourself into the community plus eat, drink and be merry! Everyday is a new adventure that June has planned so well... from transportation, to the fabulous meals, to meeting many of her friends and associates that open their businesses and hearts (and sometimes their homes) to you! You never know what you will experience! For us, the flexibility to choose to go each day or to hang back and take in the views from the beautiful and quaint Marconi Hotel was the perfect reprieve from our over-scheduled and hectic lives! Couldn't have asked for a better start to our vacation!

— Vicki & Alex N.
May 2023

This is hands-down the best organized tour I have been on. The attention to detail in this tour is unlike anything you will experience. June takes the time to get to know you and this helps her plan a more fabulous adventure for you. As a femaile solo traveller, it was the safest I've felt. The town of Sperlonga is a very beautiful seaside village. The community welcomes everyone from abroad as if you are family. The food, accommodations, and the sights will leave you breathless! This tour, unlike any other, immerses you into Italian culture—and at the end you will leave as a member of the Sperlonga community.

— Tammy H.
May 2023

If you ever dreamed of seeing Italy, you should go with June Morrocco of "To Italy With Love Tours." Getting there is worry free, and she makes sure everyone is well taken care of. The Hotel is comfortable, the food is great, and the tours to places you have only seen in books or on TV are wonderful. Going to Italy with June is an experience I will never forget and would recommend it to everyone. I stayed for a month!

— Kathy R.
May 2018

We had a fantastic time and think the world of June Morrocco, founder and owner of To Italy With Love Tours. June's attention to detail and follow-through of a very dynamic two-week scheduling process produced a seamless flow of timely transportation, wonderful day excursions and exceptional culinary experiences—few of us realized the hours taken each evening planning and organizing for things to flow so smoothly. June's work ethic and personalization inviting us to assimilate in to a welcoming local culture was far beyond on anything we could have imagined! We can't thank June enough for making our trip to Italy so personal and special. It was an unforgettable once in a lifetime experience ... unless we go with June again, of course!!

— Scott & Lori S.
May 2023

From the time we first met June Morrocco, over a beautiful Italian lunch at her home, we knew we had made a great choice with her "To Italy With Love Tours". Her passion for Italy was very apparent, from the delicious meals, to her enthusiastic way of describing our itinerary. At the conclusion of our trip, we fully appreciated her vast knowledge of the Sperlonga-Fondi area. The contacts she has in the various towns, enabled us to visit several unique sites that most visitors do not get to see. The family-owned hotel that we stayed in, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, became a second home to all of us. As well as doing plenty of sightseeing, we had ample leisure time to be able to relax and enjoy our beautiful environment. Thank you again, June, for this memorable Italian experience.

– Con amore, Seth & Sharon W.
Sept. 2012

We went on the "To Italy With Love" tour with June and a group of 15 people for the first two weeks in May 2023. It was a perfect time to go before the summer crowds and the hot weather. Our group was a mix of couples, single women, and men. June kept in contact with us through the planning stages and throughout our trip. We stayed at the Hotel Marconi in Sperlonga along the coast which is managed by the Marconi family. They welcomed us in and looked out for us during our stay. We had a room facing the sea with a balcony. We felt like part of the family when we left. Each day was a new adventure for us. We would place our order for breakfast each morning and then meet on the front porch around 9:30 am to go exploring. June was super organized and would tell us where we were going and take our order for lunch before we left. She had excellent drivers that would arrive on time each day with two vans. June followed her itinerary but it did not always go in order because she looked ahead at the weather and planned trips accordingly. We did everything on her itinerary. We had 3 all-day trips (Ferry to Ponza, Rome and Pompeii). She always planned a 4-course lunch with all the wine you can drink everyday. We also found a cruise to the Greek Islands after her tour ended. Thank you June for a trip we will always remember. Grazie mille, Italia con Amore!

— Joyce & Randy C.
May 2023

I fell in love with Italy years ago and I never stopped. First as a young girl watching any movie made in Rome, Naples and other historical sites and later when I went on cruises and land tours that included stops along the Mediterranean, and Italy in particular. When I was looking for a trip to celebrate the end of the pandemic I found June's "To Italy With Love Tours" and of course this name immediately spoke to me! I always wanted to immerse myself in Italian culture and staying in one hotel with daily outings was the perfect answer and June provided it through her close relationship with Sperlonga and nearby Fondi. I loved every minute of our trip in May 2022 with the result that I booked another for September 2023! June is an exceptional tour guide. Her warm personality and friendships with local restaurateurs, shopkeepers and tour companies are what make this a truly Italian cultural experience. Sperlonga is a resort town for Italians where English is seldom heard. June, however, is an excellent translator. Oh - and don't get me started on the food and wine!!!

— Bette
May 2022

My husband and I had the pleasure of going to Italy for 2 weeks with June Morrocco It was the trip of a lifetime for us. We saw the everyday life of Italy and so many sites. We took trips to amazing mountain medieval villages. June always had an amazing Italian lunch planned for us at restaurants. We were very well taken care of and no worries on our part. She helped us with everything from start to finish. We visited Pompei and Rome including the Vatican. We stayed the entire time in Sperlonga on the Mediterranean. The weather was perfect and we were there before the summer tourists. We hope to go again one day.

— Mary & Mike F.
May 2022

Want to live like an Italian? Want to have a relaxed Italian travel experience? Want to talk to everyday Italians? Want to live in a charming seaside town with beautiful sunsets, clean beaches, a charming harbor and an ancient Roman ruin? Want to unpack once for a two week stay in a simple, charming small hotel, lovingly cared for by two generations of a family, with views of the sea from every room? Want to travel with a small group (under 14 people)? Want to avoid the usual tourist spots and see authentic Italy? Want fabulous meals every day? Want to visit small Italian towns, each more unique than the other? Want a day trip to a stunning island? Want a private tour of a beautiful garden built around the ruins of a medieval town? Want to see fascinating Pompeii? Want an experienced tour leader who has long-standing relationships with all the local people? Want a tour leader who cares about each and every one of her guests? Then this is the tour for you! I loved it so much the first time, I went back again.

— Bonda G.
Sept. 2021, May 2023

When I decided to go on this trip, I could never have imagined how wonderful it was going to be. To say it was the trip of a lifetime is an understatement. June had everything planned from breakfast to dinner so that all I had to do was enjoy the wonderful towns and villages that we visited. Her connection with each of the towns made our visits even that much better. It seemed like no matter where we went, someone was calling out her name as we walked down the quaint streets. Don't be fooled by the itinerary, it may look like a lot, but June makes it relaxing and low key. If there's a day that we just wanted to spend soaking up Sperlonga, there was no pressure to go with the rest of the group. I traveled with a group of 16 and June made you feel like you were her #1 priority. The family atmosphere at the hotel and really all of Sperlonga, was amazing. We all felt like we belonged there, not just tourists visiting a seaside village. Our meals were carefully and thoughtfully planned out each night and the food was amazing! I knew that I would have some good meals, but I could have never imagined how good! You will not be disappointed with To Italy With Love Tours because June really does love what she does.

— Jen M.
May 2023

My husband and I were on the To Italy With Love Tour in May 2022 with 12 others which was a dream come true. June, our tour guide, was wonderful, attentive to special needs such as gluten sensitivity and other restrictions and always there to handle any unexpected situations that came up. From the time we committed to our Italy trip to the last flight home we felt so well taken care of and there was no stress regarding what we were going to do each day because of June's fantastic itinerary that gave us all a true taste of Italy and its culture, history, beauty, and it's wonderful people. There is not one single thing we would change about this very special experience. We will cherish our memories forever and feel blessed to have been able to see this part of the world with such fun and interesting people.

— Eileen & Doug C.
May 2022

We enjoyed a trip of our lifetime when we went to Sperlonga, Italy, with June Morrocco of To Italy With Love Tours. The love June has for Sperlonga and the surrounding area is contagious. Unlike most tour guides, June has personal relationships with chefs, the managers of our boutique hotel, boat captains, food markets and more. Everywhere we went, the local people would call out to her—so happy to see her. June was very conscientious about all of our individual needs. Even though we were out and about seeing and doing new things every day, June made sure that it was relaxing for all of us. She frequently checked in to see if we needed anything. She spent lots of time behind the scenes lining up fabulous meals and side trips. We are happy to say that we not only met a terrific tour guide, but we have made a good friend in Giana! We could not have imagined such a spectacular and memorable trip when we signed up with To Italy With Love Tours.

— Debbie & Pat
Sept. 2017

Loved this trip! June is caring, knowledgeable and attentive to each member of her group. Unlike trips where the tourists follow the leader with a red flag, this trip is personable and at a pace determined by the group. In fact each day, you have the choice of going off to visit a place or relaxing at the wonderful B&B, spending time on the beach or climbing up through the beautiful medieval town of Sperlonga and sampling the small shops along the way. Another delightful aspect of the trip was the evening meals.  Each one was coordinated by June with restaurant owners in the area, and each was a culinary delight, featuring local fresh seafood, fresh homemade pasta and light, flavorful sauces. I would go again in a minute!

— Jill & Page
Sept. 2016, May 2022, Sept. 2022

The sea speaks to me, but no where as loudly as in Sperlonga Italy. I found it to be a special place to be completely mindful and peaceful. Each morning I would wake and grab my journal and head to my favorite corner cafe for the most amazing cappuccino and freshly-made pastry. I would sit facing the sea and my mind would send the most amazing words to my pen. I would watch the locals come in for their coffees and pastries and share their daily stories. I couldn’t understand them, but their body language said it all — relaxed, peaceful and Luving in the moment. How I long to return to this very special, peaceful, beautiful place. When I return, I will return with To Italy With Love Tours.

— Janet Judd
Sept. 2015

Our trip to Sperlonga was the best. It was so good, that I went a 2nd time. June is great to work with and she is willing to please. The meals were to die for! The entire experience was all about family, friends and food. One of the best features is that we stay in one location for 2 weeks. The B&B was very clean, the rooms are lovely and the staff is very friendly. The tours are interesting and not always the places all the tourists go to. My favorite is the day we go to Positano. If you are wanting a totally 5 star experience and accommodations, then this trip is for you. Be ready for the unexpected and change in plans. That is what makes this trip so much fun. I plan to go again in 2019.

— Jeani D.
Sept. 2015, Sept. 2021

I loved the To Italy With Love tour! We had a wonderful group of 14. June has organized an interesting, educational, and fun set of day tours. I liked that we had the flexibility to go on the day tours or not, although I did go on all of them. We got to see a lot of the countryside, learn about local festivals, farming and industries, and experience the wonderful people of Sperlonga, a delightful small seaside town, as well as people in other towns we visited. Having June, who speaks fluent Italian, with us as interpreter made it easy to visit with many of the local people. The food was absolutely out of this world! Fresh and always prepared to look and taste wonderful! The B&B was perfectly situated steps from the beach so we had a great view from our rooms and could easily enjoy the Mediterranean on our off-tour hours. The owners were wonderful people, generous and fun. The time went way too fast!

— Tish M.
Sept. 2017, May 2022

My husband and I took one of June’s trips to Sperlonga, and absolutely loved it! June was our translator, and had all the tours, restaurants and meals set up everywhere we went, including our flight. We got to really experience the true Italy first hand with June. She took great care of all of us in her tour group. She’s fun to be with, and has a true love of Italy. We can’t wait to go again.

— Laurel M.
Sept. 2016

Our fabulous trip to Italy with June and 11 friends was everything we had hoped for and more. June's passion and love of life in Italy and her connections instilled in us the same love she has for the country, the people, food, and beauty. Her tours are intimate and personalized to fit your wants and needs as she shares her unique experiences of her life in Italy. We especially enjoyed the opportunity to see how the Italians live and have fun and be a part of it. Along with that, the personal tours that most tourists don't have the opportunity to experience. "To Italy With Love Tours" sums it up. It has been a month since we have returned home and we have not stopped smiling and talking about the life changing experiences we had with June and treasured friends. We would love to go again. Grazie Gianna!

– Don & Georgia T.
Sept. 2012

Dearest June,

We are back to our Oregon Life and finally have some free time to thank you for the most wonderful and beautiful time in our lives. 'Sperlonga is like a first love, You never forget it.' This was Sperlonga for Randy and I. The Charm, its romantic spell, the beauty, the refreshing simplicity. We were wrapped in its magic. It will stay with us forever. Using the English language it is impossible to express to you, in words, what this trip meant for us. How Sperlonga changed our lives. We will return. Thank you, Dear Friend, for the joy you shared with both of us.

– Love, Randy & Christine S.
Oct. 2011

My husband and I are planning a year long trip to Italy. We joined "To Italy with Love Tours" for a two week look-see with a wonderful group and June as our guide. We really loved the experience and decided to move to Gaeta on the Mediterranean coast – Bella! We feel at home there thanks to June's thorough knowledge of the area.

– John & Darci S.
Sept. 2012

For at least 20 years, Julie and I have dreamed of experiencing Italy. For me the dream actually began in high school ancient history class. We'd discussed a possible trip many times, with each discussion; our list of wants grew and grew. It grew to a dream of impossible proportions; we thought. Then following the first of the year 2012, fate stepped in and brought a light into our lives. A phone number that Julie had saved on a coffee sleeve was retrieved from a "paper" drawer, the number was called and a conversation began about Italy. As Julie and June, whose number it was, discussed Italy and what connections she had the light was lit! With every statement made to June about our hopes of experiencing Italy in a very casual, intimate manner, June responded that is the Italy she knows and loves and wants to share with groups of travelers. And did we have "The Group"! So over the next couple of months, at June's insistence, we all met numerous times over food, wine and conversations. The result was a tightly knit group of friends with great chemistry and many things in common. Those shared commonalities resulted in 17 days of being deeply immersed in food, wine, history, culture, sunsets, festivals and most of all non-stop laughs and good cheer. The friendships forged are now life-long. The long of the short is, both Julie and I heartily endorse June's trip and welcome any inquiries from any and all folks wishing for a dream trip to Italy.

– Bob & Julie B.
Sept. 2012