Marissa Clark
She/Her
Based in Philadelphia/New Jersey
Speaks English, intermediate Italian, enough French to get by
Marissa Clark
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My Story
Travel addict who loves the thrill of a new experience, the tastes of a different culture, the adventure of meeting new friends, and wandering aimlessly through streets not my own.
My Travel Style
I enjoy adventures like white water rafting in the Andes, rock climbing in the south of France, riding an elephant bareback in South Africa, harvesting olives for press in Sicily, and being driven around a Formula 1 track on race day in Montreal. I love to find unique travel experiences that the average person can't find themselves. But I never underestimate the simple pleasures of a comfortable bed, an ocean view and a great glass of wine. As a genealogist, I can help you walk the streets of your ancestors, a life-changing experience I feel all should have. With over 20 years experience in Access Coordination, and as a published author on the subject, speaking in national and international forums, I can help you travel the world how you need to. I love Europe, but my first love and expertise is Italian and Sicilian travel.
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My reviews (4)
Karen W.
2 months ago
Cindy R.
7 months ago
I would like to thank Marissa for suggesting the Villa Cora as the final part of our dream vacation.
Cindy R.
7 months ago
Without Marissa's exceptional organization and assistance this trip would not have been possible. From the first moment we contacted her about our desire to go to Italy she was right there for us. She took into consideration our age and health limitations. She had everything organized to suit us perfectly. Every last detail was considered. Which made the challenging nature of what we wanted to do much easier...especially because Bob and I are not experienced travelers and had never been overseas. She even arranged for an all-day tour of a town that my ancestors were from and had thoroughly researched the addresses of relatives with descriptions and pictures of the streets so we could locate all of the important sights there. That was way more than I could ever have dreamed of. Overall I'd have to say that Marissa is a first-class agent and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is planning to travel.
Cindy R.
8 months ago
Marissa made this excellent suggestion...since we would only be in Rome one night this was just perfect.
Karen W.
2 months ago
Cindy R.
7 months ago
I would like to thank Marissa for suggesting the Villa Cora as the final part of our dream vacation.
Cindy R.
7 months ago
Without Marissa's exceptional organization and assistance this trip would not have been possible. From the first moment we contacted her about our desire to go to Italy she was right there for us. She took into consideration our age and health limitations. She had everything organized to suit us perfectly. Every last detail was considered. Which made the challenging nature of what we wanted to do much easier...especially because Bob and I are not experienced travelers and had never been overseas. She even arranged for an all-day tour of a town that my ancestors were from and had thoroughly researched the addresses of relatives with descriptions and pictures of the streets so we could locate all of the important sights there. That was way more than I could ever have dreamed of. Overall I'd have to say that Marissa is a first-class agent and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is planning to travel.
Cindy R.
8 months ago
Marissa made this excellent suggestion...since we would only be in Rome one night this was just perfect.
My travel ideas (1)
Wild Flavors & Winding Trails: A Food & Nature Lover’s Guide to Sicily’s Nebrodi Region
Tucked into Sicily’s wild, untamed northeast, the Nebrodi Mountains are the island’s secret heart—a place where ancient forests, crystal lakes, and honest food still define daily life. Here, shepherds make cheese the way their great-grandparents did, and farmers tend black pigs that roam freely beneath oak trees. The hills echo with the hum of beehives and the scent of wild herbs that flavor Nebrodi salumi and local wines. I love this region for its balance—a landscape that feels lost to time, yet only 90 minutes from Mount Etna’s volcanic slopes and two hours from Taormina’s coastal glamour. The Nebrodi are for travelers who crave authenticity: misty hikes and vineyard tastings, rustic meals by a roaring fire, and that rare feeling that you’ve stumbled onto Sicily before it was discovered.
Wild Flavors & Winding Trails: A Food & Nature Lover’s Guide to Sicily’s Nebrodi Region
Tucked into Sicily’s wild, untamed northeast, the Nebrodi Mountains are the island’s secret heart—a place where ancient forests, crystal lakes, and honest food still define daily life. Here, shepherds make cheese the way their great-grandparents did, and farmers tend black pigs that roam freely beneath oak trees. The hills echo with the hum of beehives and the scent of wild herbs that flavor Nebrodi salumi and local wines. I love this region for its balance—a landscape that feels lost to time, yet only 90 minutes from Mount Etna’s volcanic slopes and two hours from Taormina’s coastal glamour. The Nebrodi are for travelers who crave authenticity: misty hikes and vineyard tastings, rustic meals by a roaring fire, and that rare feeling that you’ve stumbled onto Sicily before it was discovered.
Wild Flavors & Winding Trails: A Food & Nature Lover’s Guide to Sicily’s Nebrodi Region
Tucked into Sicily’s wild, untamed northeast, the Nebrodi Mountains are the island’s secret heart—a place where ancient forests, crystal lakes, and honest food still define daily life. Here, shepherds make cheese the way their great-grandparents did, and farmers tend black pigs that roam freely beneath oak trees. The hills echo with the hum of beehives and the scent of wild herbs that flavor Nebrodi salumi and local wines. I love this region for its balance—a landscape that feels lost to time, yet only 90 minutes from Mount Etna’s volcanic slopes and two hours from Taormina’s coastal glamour. The Nebrodi are for travelers who crave authenticity: misty hikes and vineyard tastings, rustic meals by a roaring fire, and that rare feeling that you’ve stumbled onto Sicily before it was discovered.
Wild Flavors & Winding Trails: A Food & Nature Lover’s Guide to Sicily’s Nebrodi Region
Tucked into Sicily’s wild, untamed northeast, the Nebrodi Mountains are the island’s secret heart—a place where ancient forests, crystal lakes, and honest food still define daily life. Here, shepherds make cheese the way their great-grandparents did, and farmers tend black pigs that roam freely beneath oak trees. The hills echo with the hum of beehives and the scent of wild herbs that flavor Nebrodi salumi and local wines. I love this region for its balance—a landscape that feels lost to time, yet only 90 minutes from Mount Etna’s volcanic slopes and two hours from Taormina’s coastal glamour. The Nebrodi are for travelers who crave authenticity: misty hikes and vineyard tastings, rustic meals by a roaring fire, and that rare feeling that you’ve stumbled onto Sicily before it was discovered.
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