Jessica Vitorelo
Based in Italy
Speaks English, Italian
Jessica Vitorelo
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My Story
California-raised, Italy-based—I followed my roots (and my stomach) to the Italian Riviera in 2017. With years of experience in travel, food, and events, I help fellow Americans plan unforgettable trips, honeymoons, and celebrations in Italy.
My Travel Style
I love helping Americans experience Italy the way it’s meant to be lived—slowly, deliciously, and with a touch of adventure. I help retreat leaders and service providers craft unforgettable Italian experiences for their clients, manage group travel for weddings and family reunions, and design intimate, dreamy honeymoons that feel completely effortless. For me, the perfect trip is a balance: long, leisurely meals at hidden trattorias or upscale restaurants, lazy beach days, challenging hikes, iconic sights, and spontaneous aperitivo stops. Some days are for boating along the coast, zipping around on a Vespa, or grabbing a panino on the go. Others call for lingering over wine and conversation that stretches for hours. It’s this mix of adventure, relaxation, and authenticity that makes Italy magical—and exactly what I love helping travelers and groups create.
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My reviews (22)
Lori R.
3 months ago
Our travel advisor, Jessica Vitorelo planned a complete and wonderful family reunion trip for 15 of us on this trip to Italy. We started off in Milan and ended our trip in Florence stopping along the way at the very best hotels available and booked by Jessica. We all had a wonderful experience starting from day 1 and finishing 15 days later and couldn't have asked for a better time as far as the hotels we stayed in and the things we did. Just some of the wonderful excursions she planned for us were a pesto making class, a pasta making class, a paint and drinking wine class, Duomo and historical city tours, boat rides, wine tasting experiences, self guided food crawls. All of the transfers between cities, were 1st class, on time and made the trip even easier. One of the HUGE highlights for us was when Jessica and her associate did a ton of research on our family history in Rapallo, Italy and actually found some relatives that we had never met and set up a lunch for all of us at our family owned restaurant! It was so exciting to meet relatives that we had never met before. If you need a travel advisor, I would 100% recommend Jessica Vitorelo from Fora Travel. You will not be disappointed, I promise!
Mary W.
3 months ago
Jessica's booking for us was a seamless experience.
Joan V.
3 months ago
Jessica did a wonderful job - my husband and 2 other cousins needed accommodations for some of the activities and she always took this into consideration. She always helped out when we needed her - not just here at this hotel but also for our entire trip. She also took into consideration that everyone’s level of activity was different - especially for some of us older ones. Everything is wonderful and what an emotional trip this was for many cousins journeying their their grandparents homeland and the place where my husband’s father and one uncle was born. Grazie Mille Jessica
Henry H.
3 months ago
great job
Felice V.
3 months ago
Our travel director Jessica Vitorelo could not done a more perfect for our family of fifteen cousins visiting from the U.S. We were treated with the utmost of professionalism, and she was always on top of every thing that was planned for us to do. All our hotel bookings were lovely to stay at, the restaurants, wineries, cooking classes, excursions were well planned and exciting and fun to do. Our stay for 15 days was a trip of a lifetime thanx to Jessicas pre- planning and excellent choices for our enjoyment. To me she is a jewel in Italy that deserves all the praise she gets.
Lori R.
3 months ago
Our travel advisor, Jessica Vitorelo planned a complete and wonderful family reunion trip for 15 of us on this trip to Italy. We started off in Milan and ended our trip in Florence stopping along the way at the very best hotels available and booked by Jessica. We all had a wonderful experience starting from day 1 and finishing 15 days later and couldn't have asked for a better time as far as the hotels we stayed in and the things we did. Just some of the wonderful excursions she planned for us were a pesto making class, a pasta making class, a paint and drinking wine class, Duomo and historical city tours, boat rides, wine tasting experiences, self guided food crawls. All of the transfers between cities, were 1st class, on time and made the trip even easier. One of the HUGE highlights for us was when Jessica and her associate did a ton of research on our family history in Rapallo, Italy and actually found some relatives that we had never met and set up a lunch for all of us at our family owned restaurant! It was so exciting to meet relatives that we had never met before. If you need a travel advisor, I would 100% recommend Jessica Vitorelo from Fora Travel. You will not be disappointed, I promise!
Mary W.
3 months ago
Jessica's booking for us was a seamless experience.
Joan V.
3 months ago
Jessica did a wonderful job - my husband and 2 other cousins needed accommodations for some of the activities and she always took this into consideration. She always helped out when we needed her - not just here at this hotel but also for our entire trip. She also took into consideration that everyone’s level of activity was different - especially for some of us older ones. Everything is wonderful and what an emotional trip this was for many cousins journeying their their grandparents homeland and the place where my husband’s father and one uncle was born. Grazie Mille Jessica
Henry H.
3 months ago
great job
My travel ideas (2)
Sestri Levante Travel Guide 2025: Best Things to Do, Eat & Drink on the Italian Riviera
Sestri Levante holds a special place in my heart. Tucked between two stunning bays on the Italian Riviera, it’s not just another seaside town—it’s my home. It’s where my husband grew up, where we’re raising our daughter, and the very place that convinced me to move to Italy in the first place. Over the years, I’ve come to know Sestri not only as a breathtaking destination but also as a community full of charm, flavor, and rhythm. This guide is my way of sharing the places, flavors, and experiences that make Sestri Levante unforgettable, from its sun-soaked beaches to its lively bars and family-run trattorias.
Sestri Levante Travel Guide 2025: Best Things to Do, Eat & Drink on the Italian Riviera
Sestri Levante holds a special place in my heart. Tucked between two stunning bays on the Italian Riviera, it’s not just another seaside town—it’s my home. It’s where my husband grew up, where we’re raising our daughter, and the very place that convinced me to move to Italy in the first place. Over the years, I’ve come to know Sestri not only as a breathtaking destination but also as a community full of charm, flavor, and rhythm. This guide is my way of sharing the places, flavors, and experiences that make Sestri Levante unforgettable, from its sun-soaked beaches to its lively bars and family-run trattorias.
The Ultimate Liguria Guide: Activities, Restaurants & Bars from Portofino to Sestri Levante
I’m a California girl who followed her stomach—and her family roots—straight to the Italian Riviera. My great-grandfather was born and raised in Rapallo, which first lured me to this corner of Liguria, but I stayed because I couldn’t resist its charm, colors, and endless sunshine. Since 2017, I’ve called this stretch of paradise home, and after eight years, I know where to find the best views, secret swimming spots, and unforgettable meals—but the Riviera still manages to surprise me every time. From hidden coves and scenic hikes to world-class food and wine, Liguria is a playground for anyone who loves to explore, taste, and learn what "la dolce vita" really means.
The Ultimate Liguria Guide: Activities, Restaurants & Bars from Portofino to Sestri Levante
I’m a California girl who followed her stomach—and her family roots—straight to the Italian Riviera. My great-grandfather was born and raised in Rapallo, which first lured me to this corner of Liguria, but I stayed because I couldn’t resist its charm, colors, and endless sunshine. Since 2017, I’ve called this stretch of paradise home, and after eight years, I know where to find the best views, secret swimming spots, and unforgettable meals—but the Riviera still manages to surprise me every time. From hidden coves and scenic hikes to world-class food and wine, Liguria is a playground for anyone who loves to explore, taste, and learn what "la dolce vita" really means.
Sestri Levante Travel Guide 2025: Best Things to Do, Eat & Drink on the Italian Riviera
Sestri Levante holds a special place in my heart. Tucked between two stunning bays on the Italian Riviera, it’s not just another seaside town—it’s my home. It’s where my husband grew up, where we’re raising our daughter, and the very place that convinced me to move to Italy in the first place. Over the years, I’ve come to know Sestri not only as a breathtaking destination but also as a community full of charm, flavor, and rhythm. This guide is my way of sharing the places, flavors, and experiences that make Sestri Levante unforgettable, from its sun-soaked beaches to its lively bars and family-run trattorias.
Sestri Levante Travel Guide 2025: Best Things to Do, Eat & Drink on the Italian Riviera
Sestri Levante holds a special place in my heart. Tucked between two stunning bays on the Italian Riviera, it’s not just another seaside town—it’s my home. It’s where my husband grew up, where we’re raising our daughter, and the very place that convinced me to move to Italy in the first place. Over the years, I’ve come to know Sestri not only as a breathtaking destination but also as a community full of charm, flavor, and rhythm. This guide is my way of sharing the places, flavors, and experiences that make Sestri Levante unforgettable, from its sun-soaked beaches to its lively bars and family-run trattorias.
The Ultimate Liguria Guide: Activities, Restaurants & Bars from Portofino to Sestri Levante
I’m a California girl who followed her stomach—and her family roots—straight to the Italian Riviera. My great-grandfather was born and raised in Rapallo, which first lured me to this corner of Liguria, but I stayed because I couldn’t resist its charm, colors, and endless sunshine. Since 2017, I’ve called this stretch of paradise home, and after eight years, I know where to find the best views, secret swimming spots, and unforgettable meals—but the Riviera still manages to surprise me every time. From hidden coves and scenic hikes to world-class food and wine, Liguria is a playground for anyone who loves to explore, taste, and learn what "la dolce vita" really means.
The Ultimate Liguria Guide: Activities, Restaurants & Bars from Portofino to Sestri Levante
I’m a California girl who followed her stomach—and her family roots—straight to the Italian Riviera. My great-grandfather was born and raised in Rapallo, which first lured me to this corner of Liguria, but I stayed because I couldn’t resist its charm, colors, and endless sunshine. Since 2017, I’ve called this stretch of paradise home, and after eight years, I know where to find the best views, secret swimming spots, and unforgettable meals—but the Riviera still manages to surprise me every time. From hidden coves and scenic hikes to world-class food and wine, Liguria is a playground for anyone who loves to explore, taste, and learn what "la dolce vita" really means.
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