Meet

the impero travel team

We specialize in luxury travel, adventure travel, and group travel. Whether you’re looking to relax on a tropical beach, hike through beautiful mountains, or explore a new culture, we have the expertise and connections to make your dream vacation a reality.

Directors

Mario Fortini

Mario was born and grew up in Rome. After earning his BA in Economics and MSc in Business Administration, he worked for years in both tourism and international sales.

His extensive travel for work nurtured a real appreciation for the beautiful diversity in culture, landscapes, art and food that the whole world has to offer.

Daniel Bradnam

Daniel is the co-creator of Impero Travel who was born and raised near Cambridge in England.

He has always had a keen interest in travel and culture and has lived in Tuscany and Rome where he travelled the country extensively and gained a deep understanding of Italy’s history and culture.

Travel SpecialistS

Our multi-skilled local experts ready to design you the trip of a lifetime

Raised between the Nordics and the US, Jenny brings her passion for travel backed by a decade-long background in customer service spanning the US, UK, and Sweden. Jenny has been an avid traveler since a young age, culminating in her completion of a Tourism & Travel program in Sweden. She enjoys discovering nature, art, music, culture, history, and traditions.

Jenny

Marie-Lys has been part of the Impero Travel family since 2019. Originally from France, and truly in love with her home country, she wanted to help travellers to discover the France she knows, as well as much more around Europe. In fact, she is always travelling to find the best, most authentic and unique experiences for her clients.

Marie-Lys

Mirella is a Sardinian who has lived in London and the USA and is now based in Rome. When she’s not helping clients build truly unique tours, Mirella loves visiting new places and getting to know the local way of life. She applies this passion for travel to every tour she designs for her clients, an invaluable trait for all who travel with Mirella.

Mirella

Rose is an Italian-Canadian who cannot get enough of her motherland owing to her many childhood visits. She later studied in Florence and worked in Northern Italy's Piemonte region, where she discovered a love for Barolo wine. Rose enjoys exploring new places, being active outdoors, immersing herself in art, and cooking up delicious meals with a good glass of wine.

Rose

Nicole is an Italian from Liguria who lived all over Italy and in the US as a child. She is bilingual in English and Italian and fluent in French. And having dedicated most of her career to luxury tourism, she is passionate and knowledgeable in this area. Nicole’s friendly, can-do attitude and tendency to not leave any stone unturned makes booking with her a breeze.

Nicole

Andrijana was born in Croatia and has lived all over the Mediterranean, including Croatia, Italy, France, Chile and Greece, where she is now based. Consequently she is multilingual and highly knowledgeable about places and cultures. Andrijana loves nothing more than helping travelers experience countries through culture and flavors that leave a permanent mark on the soul.

Andrijana

Born and raised in Rome, Ludovica joined Impero Travel after a career in luxury hotels where she excelled in customer service. Ludovica has also lived in Ireland where she improved her English and developed a deep understanding of Anglo culture. Her outgoing personality and passion for unique travel experiences and outdoor adventures make her a joy to plan a trip with.

Ludovica

Originally from Croatia, Antonia is currently becoming acquainted with her new home in her beloved city, Rome. She has been obsessed with travel since the age of 16 and since then has travelled extensively throughout all of Europe. These days, Antonia specialises in luxury travel across Europe and designing the most romantic itineraries for honeymooners.

Antonia

Federica is an Italian born citizen of the world who has resided in Italy, Spain, Sweden and different countries in East Africa including Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar. She has worked in the tourism sector since 2015, an industry where she thrives! We are so lucky to have Federica's expertise and contacts in Africa as it means we can deliver the most unique cultural experiences and Safari tours.

Federica

Francesca is from Italy's scenic Amalfi Coast and currently resides in Rome, after a stint in Milan and Paris, and later in Vancouver where she improved her English. Her passion for travel started at a young age thanks to family trips to the Americas, Africa, Europe, Asia, and India. When not traveling herself, Francesca enjoys crafting unique journeys for her clients.

Francesca

Meet Giulia from Sardinia who currently resides in London. A seasoned nomad, she's explored Europe, Asia, the Caribbeans, and now Africa. Giulia avoids tourist traps, opting instead for authentic experiences, connecting with locals, and sharing her passion for music and art with clients. Now a pro at crafting unforgettable journeys, she revels doing this for a living for her lucky clients.

Giulia

Tour guides

Our qualified english speaking tour guides ready to share their knowledge and passion for their city with you

Noone knows Rome like Dino. And to know Rome, you need to know your history. With a PhD in History, it is a subject which Dino lives and breathes and loves sharing with his clients. Whether taking a journey back in time to the Gladiator era, exploring Ostia Antica or marvelling at the Sistine Chapel, Dino is a tour guide you want by your side.

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A local Florentine, Alessandra’s love for her city and art makes any Florence tour with her truly enriching. In fact, she holds a PhD in Art and is a wealth of knowledge. Alessandra is also quite the foodie and can point you to the secret local spots or take you on an authentic street food experience.

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Local to Paris, Kris knows this city like the back of his hand and relishes the opportunity to make his clients fall in love with it too. He enjoys showing visitors the modern side of Paris and can talk through its history and architecture that make it the city of Romance it is known for today.

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Operations

Your trusted team throughout your journey ready to ensure all runs smoothly so you can relax and enjoy every moment

Born in Rome, Riccardo is our Supplier Relations Manager. He is in charge of contracts and relations with our accommodation suppliers in Europe and worldwide. He is a football fenatic who loves travelling, especially to watch his team, Rome play. He holds a Master’s degree in Economics and Business Administration and works from the Rome office.

Riccardo

Roberta is from Sicily and is now based in our Rome office after spending some years in London. Having dedicated her career to tourism, she is a diligent operator our clients can rely on throughout their trip. She often mans the 24h phone line and is ready to step in to prevent issues. She works closely with our suppliers and travel specialists to exceed expectations of every trip.

Roberta

Our Operations Manager, Diego is our go-to guy based in the Rome office. Just like all of us at Impero Travel, he is obsessed with travel - having worked in this sector for over 20 years - and is committed to creating the best experiences for our clients. On a personal note, Diego holds a Bachelor's degree, is a sports enthusiast and speaks multiple languages fluently.

Diego

Ema is half Croatian half Bosnian currently based in Serajevo after a stint living in Rome and Dublin. Ema's passion for travel extends to travel photography; capturing hidden gems and posing in front of famous monuments on her travels. A point of call for our clients throughout their journey, Ema has a close relationship with drivers across Europe to ensure every VIP transfer goes smoothly and clients are kept in the loop.

Ema

Born and bred in the UK, Katie has been calling Italy home since the 90s, Lake Bracciano near Rome to be exact. She is an keen gardener and traveler, having traveled all over the US, Asia, North Africa and extensively across Europe. An integral member of our team, Katie is a thorough and process driven operator who is all over the details and doesn't leave a stone unturned.

Katie

Based in Rome, Sylvia has been with Impero Travel since it began as Bellarome, helping set up our Rome office and using her extensive local knowledge to book truly amazing tours. She holds a Master’s degree in translation and languages, and is a freelance journalist and certified events planner. Sylvia is fluent in Italian, English and French. She loves travelling, food and her cats!

Sylvia

Sarah is originally from Berlin, Germany and now resides in the charming city of Rome. An invaluable resource for Germany trips and central Europe in general, Sarah now appreciates the natural beauty, impressive architecture, and delectable cuisine of Italy. When not planning amazing trips, she indulges in good food and wellness pursuits such as yoga and pilates.

Sarah

Mexican born Marina is a passionate travel expert who lived in Paris and Milan before settling in Mexico City. She enjoys exploring new cities, monuments, landscapes, and immersing in culture, food, and local experiences, including sports events and concerts. Marina cherishes the uniqueness of each place and makes it her mission to create lasting memories for her clients.

Marina

Federica is a seasoned travel extraordinaire and Sicily aficionado. Following a stint in the UK, she returned to her beloved Sicily, where she now resides. As an avid traveler, Federica delights in introducing her clients to the region's local flavors and rich history. To ensure quality inclusions, she personally tests each experience first, so only the best is guaranteed with Federica.

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