the De Luca’s
Where Italy meets America.
Tiffany is a historian, guide and tour planner who grew up in North Carolina and Indiana. She first fell in love with Rome while studying abroad and has now lived in the Eternal City for over 20 years. She is a Lilly Scholar who attended Saint Mary's College at Notre Dame and studied Humanistic Studies: a historical analysis of Western Culture, focusing on literature, philosophy, theology, politics and art. She loves making history come alive through her storytelling and curating the perfect travel itinerary for her fellow Americans.
Meet Dario, Italian born and bred with Calabrian (Southern Italian) roots. Having served as a guide in Rome for over 10 years, he has shown countless visitors his beloved city, including prominent travel guru, Rick Steves! Dario also works as a professional Italian voice actor and DJ. His excellent English and his love for all things Rome makes him the perfect travel companion. Whether he’s ducking through secret alleyways to find you the best pizza or cracking jokes with locals it’s always a good time with Dario.
Introducing Nina, the vibrant, artistic 8 year-old whose favorite pastime in Rome is tossing coins into the Trevi Fountain. As a self-certified gelato expert, she knows all the best flavors to try. She loves traveling, especially to the United States to visit her American family in Indiana and North Carolina.
At 4 years-old, Lola is the littlest member of the De Luca clan, but has the biggest personality. Lola adores playing in Rome’s parks with her big sister, going shopping, swimming in the Calabrian sea, and enjoying her favorite pasta…spaghetti alla carbonara.