In this episode of Low Season Traveler Insider Guides, host Ged Brown sits down with Angelo Carotenuto, the founder of LivTours. Angelo shares his unconventional journey, from a performing arts background and early days as a tour guide to establishing a boutique travel company that champions sustainable, intimate, and truly immersive experiences. Listeners will hear firsthand how small-group tours can transform the way we experience cultural heritage and local traditions, especially during the low season.
Key Topics Covered:
- Angelo’s Journey:
- The LivTours Difference:
- Sustainability and Authenticity:
- Unique and Immersive Experiences:
- The Emotional Connection:
Memorable Moments:
- Angelo’s humorous take on oversized tour groups versus the intimacy of small-group experiences.
- The detailed recounting of a football match tour where guests, including a couple from Finland, experienced local passion and vibrant traditions firsthand.
- Anecdotes that underline the importance of experiencing destinations in a way that allows travelers to truly “live” the local culture rather than just observe it.
- For more information on LivTours and to explore their curated experiences, visit livtours.com.
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