UNIQ. ITALIAN CLUB
An exclusive community for travel professionals and Italy lovers who want to discover the country beyond guidebooks
Italy unveiled through the lens of someone who knows its every secret
Italy is a land that slips through the grasp of screens, demanding to be felt in person
Italy weaves together countless stories, colors, and complexities.
Just knowing a hotel’s name is only the beginning.
You need to grasp the rhythm of the seasons, the character of each region, and your clients’ dreams.
Most public information barely scratches the surface:
- or superficial
- or outdated
- or simply misses the mark for real travel planning.
UNIQ Italian Club – is my backstage pass to Italy, where I share the country as I live and breathe it every day.
Because selling Italy is not about knowing a list of places — it is about understanding the story, atmosphere and the right match for every traveler.
What is the UNIQ Italian Club?
Step inside this exclusive Telegram club and discover practical, expertly curated insights that bring Italy to life:
picturesque regions and exclusive resort destinations
carefully selected hotels offering comfort and style for discerning travelers
inspiring itineraries and creative travel combinations
secret treasures that will linger in your travelers’ memories long after their adventure ends
crucial tips you’ll be grateful to have before you set out
No fluff, no tired guidebook stories—only genuine, practical advice you can trust.
Who runs the club
My name is Anna Lebedeva.
I call Italy home, speak its language, and roam its cities and countryside to personally explore hotels, hidden spots, and vibrant neighborhoods.
Italy unfolds before me not as a tourist’s postcard, but as a living map I shape daily as a travel agent.
- I know which desires each region fulfills,
- when every corner shines brightest,
- and who will find their perfect match in each destination.
Inside the club, I open up this insider’s view.
With more than 16 years in tourism and years of creating tailor-made journeys, I know Italy not only as a destination, but as a product that needs to be carefully matched with each traveler.
Who is this club for?
Travel agents who:
- are already crafting Italian journeys or dreaming of starting
- seek rich, in-depth knowledge that goes beyond the basics
- prefer to recommend Italy with confidence and clarity
Independent travelers who:
- are thoughtfully mapping out their Italian adventure
- crave a deeper, more authentic connection with Italy
- appreciate genuine advice and insider expertise
Reviews
Discover the exclusive perks awaiting you in a private club
- uncover what makes each region truly captivating
- find out which travelers will feel right at home
- learn how to seamlessly weave each region into your journey
- discover perfect pairings and ways to elevate your travel experience
- from boutique hotels to unexpected hideaways
- sanctuaries designed for genuine relaxation
- destinations that impress clients and stand apart from the usual crowd
- Journeys taken in person
- Inspections
- Observations
- Shifts in seasons and emerging patterns
Ask anything about the journey, the destination, or the reasoning behind each step, and get answers drawn from genuine, firsthand adventures.
Featured Publications
A glimpse inside the UNIQ Italian Club
Every publication is created to help travel professionals understand Italy beyond brochures and booking platforms. Our goal is not simply to recommend places, but to provide practical knowledge that helps create unforgettable journeys.
Lake Maggiore: Beyond the Famous Views
A comprehensive guide to one of Northern Italy’s most elegant lakes, focusing on authentic experiences away from the busiest tourist routes.
You’ll see the lake the way a local insider does — which shores suit a relaxed family stay, which villages reward a slower pace, and how to combine boat trips, gardens and dining into a journey that feels effortless and personal.
Members discover:
- lesser-known villages and scenic lakeside towns worth recommending
- boutique hotels and charming accommodations for different travel styles
- local restaurants with authentic cuisine and outstanding views
- ferry connections and practical transportation tips
- suggested one-day and multi-day itineraries
- seasonal recommendations and the best time to visit
- which type of traveller will appreciate this destination most
It lets you recommend an elegant lake with confidence — matching each traveller to the right village, hotel and season, and offering experiences that go far beyond the usual postcard views.
Hotel Inspection:Villa Eden Leading Health Retreat
A personal inspection of one of Europe’s most exclusive health retreats, where luxury is defined by longevity, privacy and a highly personalised approach to wellbeing.
Villa Eden is far more than a five-star luxury hotel. Based on a personal site inspection and meetings with the Schmid family, this article explores the philosophy behind the property, its Intelligent Longevity concept and the type of traveller who will truly appreciate this unique retreat. The post is complemented by exclusive photos and videos captured during the inspection.
Review includes:
- The history and philosophy of Villa Eden and the Schmid family
- The Intelligent Longevity concept
- Why Villa Eden is different from a traditional luxury SPA hotel
- The ideal client profile for this retreat
- Personal inspection insights
- Exclusive photos and videos from the property
- An introduction to Castel Rametz and the family’s wineries
- Understand how to present Villa Eden beyond its five-star luxury classification.
- Learn which clients are the right fit for this specialised health retreat.
- Gain practical insights from a personal inspection that go beyond the hotel’s official marketing materials.
- Better explain the value of Villa Eden’s personalised wellness philosophy to discerning clients.
- Use authentic photos, videos and first-hand observations to recommend the property with greater confidence and credibility
Tenuta di Sticciano
A personal inspection of a Tuscan estate that shows how a modern winery has evolved into a complete travel experience.
Tenuta di Sticciano is much more than a winery. Combining wine, gastronomy, accommodation and authentic Tuscan hospitality, it offers guests the opportunity to spend anything from a few hours to an entire holiday immersed in the region’s lifestyle. Based on a personal site inspection, this article explores how the estate has become a destination in its own right and includes exclusive photos and videos from the visit.
Our publications cover:
- First-hand insights from a personal site inspection
- The concept behind Tenuta di Sticciano
- Why today’s wineries are much more than wine tasting venues
- Experiences and activities available throughout the estate
- Who this property is best suited for
- How to position it within a Tuscany itinerary
- Professional recommendations for travel advisors
- Exclusive photos and videos from the inspection
- Learn how to position a winery as a complete travel experience rather than simply a wine tasting stop.
- Discover how one property can be incorporated into an itinerary as accommodation, a culinary destination or a romantic countryside retreat.
- Better understand which clients will appreciate this type of authentic Tuscan experience.
- Get practical ideas for designing more immersive and memorable Tuscany itineraries.
- Benefit from first-hand inspection insights and exclusive visual content that go beyond the estate’s official marketing materials.
- Recognise an important trend in Italian tourism: modern wineries are becoming standalone lifestyle and gastronomic destinations, creating new opportunities for tailor-made travel experiences.
Ferrari Museums in Modena and Maranello
A practical guide to choosing the right Ferrari museum for your client and turning the visit into a well-designed day in Emilia-Romagna.
Ferrari has two official museums in Emilia-Romagna, located close to each other but offering very different experiences. This article compares the Museo Enzo Ferrari in Modena with the Museo Ferrari in Maranello, explains which type of traveller each museum is best suited for, and shows how to incorporate the visit into a broader itinerary based on the client’s interests.
Topics include:
- A first-hand comparison of the Ferrari museums in Modena and Maranello
- The key differences between the two museum experiences
- Which museum to recommend for different types of clients
- How much time to allow for each visit
- When it makes sense to visit both museums
- Recommendations for families travelling with children and teenagers
- Ideas for creating a complete Ferrari-themed day in Maranello
- How to combine Ferrari with Modena’s historic centre and Emilia-Romagna’s gastronomy
- Practical advice for incorporating the museums into a wider regional itinerary
- Personal impressions and photos from the visits
- Choose the Ferrari museum that genuinely matches your client’s interests instead of treating the two museums as interchangeable.
- Understand which experience works better for Ferrari and Formula 1 enthusiasts, families, design lovers or travellers interested in Italian history.
- Learn how to build the museum visit into a complete day rather than offering it as an isolated attraction.
- Get ideas for combining Ferrari with gastronomy, Modena or other experiences in Emilia-Romagna.
- Use first-hand impressions to explain the differences between the two museums and recommend the right experience with greater confidence.
Milano Marittima: More Than Just a Beach Resort
A personal guide to one of the Adriatic Coast’s most elegant seaside destinations, where the experience goes far beyond the beach.
Milano Marittima is not just another beach resort. This article explains why I position it as a lifestyle destination and how to present it to clients looking for a refined Italian coastal holiday. Based on my personal inspection, the guide explores the resort’s atmosphere, accommodation, beach clubs, gastronomy, shopping and nearby excursions, helping travel advisors recommend it with confidence.
The publication explores:
- A personal overview of Milano Marittima
- What makes the resort different from other Adriatic destinations
- The atmosphere, beaches and lifestyle of the resort
- Accommodation recommendations and location tips
- Evening life, restaurants and shopping
- Ideas for day trips around Emilia-Romagna
- The best time of year to recommend the destination
- Which clients Milano Marittima is best suited for
- Practical recommendations for positioning the resort
- Personal photos and impressions from the inspection
- Learn how to position Milano Marittima as a lifestyle destination rather than simply another beach resort.
- Understand which clients will appreciate its atmosphere, elegant beach clubs and relaxed style of travel.
- Get practical ideas for combining a beach holiday with gastronomy, shopping and cultural excursions.
- Discover how the resort compares with other Adriatic destinations and when it is the best recommendation.
- Benefit from first-hand inspection insights and authentic photos that go beyond standard promotional materials.
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Hidden Gems : Umbria. Assisi, Perugia & Gubbio
A ready-to-use itinerary through one of Italy’s most authentic regions, with practical recommendations on routing, accommodation and client positioning.
Umbria is a destination defined not by famous landmarks, but by its atmosphere. This guide takes you through Assisi, Perugia and Gubbio, offering a carefully designed four-day itinerary, practical travel advice, accommodation suggestions and gastronomic highlights. Based on personal inspections, the article is complemented by exclusive photos and videos, helping travel advisors present Umbria with confidence.
Members receive:
- A personal overview of Umbria based on first-hand inspections
- Why Umbria should not be presented as “another Tuscany”
- A detailed guide to Assisi, Perugia and Gubbio
- A ready-to-use four-day itinerary
- Practical recommendations for travelling around the region
- Accommodation ideas for different travel styles
- Gastronomic highlights and winery recommendations
- The ideal client profile for Umbria
- Practical tips for positioning the region
- Exclusive photos and videos from personal inspections
- Gain a ready-made itinerary that can easily be adapted to different client preferences.
- Learn how to position Umbria as a unique destination with its own identity rather than as an alternative to Tuscany.
- Understand which travellers will appreciate the region most and how to confidently recommend it.
- Discover how to combine historic towns, gastronomy, wineries and authentic accommodation into one well-balanced journey.
- Benefit from first-hand inspection insights, exclusive photos and videos that provide a deeper understanding of the region beyond traditional guidebooks and promotional materials.
Explore More Publications
The examples above represent only a small selection of the content created for the UNIQ Italian Club.
If you’d like to see how we present destinations, hotels, museums, wineries and authentic Italian experiences, you’re welcome to visit our public preview channel.
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Why Hotels and Destinations Collaborate with Us
We believe that authentic tourism starts with knowledge.
UNIQ Italian Club is more than a travel community. It is a professional educational platform where travel agents discover Italian destinations through carefully researched content, personal experience and direct collaboration with local partners.
Instead of copying information from websites or booking platforms, we create original publications that help travel professionals truly understand a destination and confidently recommend it to their clients.
What our partners receive
Professional presentation
We transform brochures, press materials and personal visits into engaging educational content tailored specifically for travel professionals.
Targeted visibility
Your destination, hotel or experience is introduced directly to travel agents who actively create tailor-made journeys across Italy.
Long-term exposure
Unlike social media posts that disappear within days, our publications remain part of an extensive knowledge library that members continue to use when designing future itineraries.
Authentic storytelling
We don’t create advertisements. We explain the history, atmosphere, local character and unique experiences that make every place memorable.
Context instead of promotion
Rather than simply saying a hotel is beautiful, we explain which travellers it suits best, what makes it different, how to include it in an itinerary and what guests should realistically expect.
Building long-term partnerships
Our goal is to build meaningful relationships with Italian tourism businesses and help travel professionals discover destinations they can confidently recommend for years to come.
Curious about our editorial style?
Before deciding whether to collaborate, you can explore our public preview channel and see real examples of how we present Italian destinations, hotels, museums, wineries and local experiences.
Interested in collaborating?
If you represent a hotel, destination, museum, winery, DMC or tourism experience, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
We welcome press materials, brochures, press trips, hotel inspections and opportunities to discover new Italian destinations and experiences.
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