Stay Fabulous
Stay Fabulous is the travel podcast for dreamers, seekers, and design-minded travelers who crave more than just checklists and tourist traps. Hosted by Anastasiya, founder of Fabulous Vita Travel Agency and expert in curated travel through Italy, Greece, and France, each episode is a blend of insider insight, personal storytelling, and soulful advice on how to travel beautifully and live intentionally.
From navigating the chaos of Rome to finding stillness in the Cyclades or discovering hidden towns in Provence, this podcast offers practical tips, emotional takeaways, and honest reflections from someone who’s helped thousands of Americans design unforgettable journeys through Europe.
Whether you're planning your first trip to Italy or dreaming of a summer on the Amalfi Coast, Stay Fabulous is your companion for travel that feels as good as it looks.
Stay Fabulous
Italy Trip Planning 2026 - How to Book Your Dream Trip Like an Insider
If you’re already dreaming about your Italy trip in 2026, you’re planning ahead, and that’s exactly what smart travelers do. In this episode, I’ll walk you through how to plan your Italy vacation like a true insider: when to book your hotels, tours, train tickets, private transfers, and even make restaurant reservations.
From Tuscany villas and Amalfi Coast hotels to Rome tours, Florence museums, and Venice water taxis, I’ll share my expert booking timeline that helps you to secure the best experiences before they sell out.
You’ll also hear my insider tips on choosing the right guides, understanding “skip-the-line” tours, and finding those unforgettable local dining spots that make Italy so special. Whether you’re visiting Rome, Florence, Venice, or Lake Como, this is your complete Italy trip planning guide for 2026.
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear, actionable Italy travel planning roadmap for 2026 - one that will save you time, money, and stress, and help you experience Italy the way it’s truly meant to be: authentic, beautiful, and effortless.
Link to the YouTube video on FALL in ITALY: Why SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER Are the PEAK SEASON - https://youtu.be/oz5ekPARF-E?si=HTwSsO_maN1kdAoY
Link to the YouTube video on THE ULTIMATE MILAN TRAVEL GUIDE 2025: Local Favorites and Hidden Gems YOU CANNOT MISS - https://youtu.be/M26fvV_jehw?si=i62gk7418CuTJrF9
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0:00 Why Early Planning Matters
2:07 Booking Italy Accommodations (Hotels, Villas & Apartments)
5:15 When to Book Italy Tours & Experiences
10:01 Transportation Tips: Trains, Transfers & Car Rentals
15:05 Insider Dining Tips & Restaurant Reservations
17:44 What You Don’t Need to Book in Advance
18:32 Your 2026 Italy Trip Roadmap
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Fabulous Vita Travel Agency : https://fabulousvita.com
Youtube Channel : https://youtube.com/c/StayFabulousTL
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