Apulia Handmade

My husband and I went on a driving trip in Puglia. Paolo worked with us to plan the perfect vacation! All of his recommendations, from lodging, restaurants, tours, scenic drives, etc, were fantastic. It really felt like we had insider knowledge" for all the hidden gems in the region. Additionally

Can’t recommend Paolo enough!!! Puglia is such a beautiful region, best toured with an extremely knowledgeable, super patient and very engaging story-teller like Paolo! It was so easy to communicate with him even before we arrived and he made sure our trip went smoothly! Thank you so much Paolo for giving our family wonderful memories of Puglia!

Go to Puglia (Apulia), it has the best that Italy has to offer without being overwhelmed by tourists. Contact Paolo and Alessandra when planning your trip (goaskalocal.com) and spend as much time with them as you can while there (book tours, stay at their B&B). (Ok, Matera isn't in Apulia, but you have to go there) Quick! Before everyone finds out what a magical place this corner of Italy is!

Paolo is the best, Puglia is the best. Let Paolo help you plan your trip (because Puglia is still fairly undiscovered"

If you want to experience the real Puglia and Basilicara region, Paolo puts together a remarkable and unique adventure through his vast Knowledge and network of wonderful local artisans, chefs, historians, winemakers, and agricultural landowners. He is a maestro in the touring industry, known to everyone we meet, and loved by all those he comes in contact with. Passionate and compassionate, he brings to life artwork, architecture, artifacts, and everything he exposes to you, providing the history and customs of the area, allowing a greater appreciation of a visit. I totally enjoy breaking bread with him at meals, eating traditional meals as if I were a local and not a tourist. We baked bread at a 150+ bakery, had a private wine tasting with vineyard owner, created a local pasta recipe, visited a unique and locally famous artist, had a picnic in an historic park, visited a fabric mill still done by loom, and more, in addition to seeing the highlights with explanation of places like Lecce, Alberobello, Matera, and the cliffs of St Andrea. We went swimming in Gulf of Taranto and in Ostuni - because we wanted to. He even researched before I arrived my family tree in Matera, and located a distant relative who gave me a surprise visit. This was our 50th anniversary and Paolo and his team made it so special words do not do justice. You will not be disappointed if you are looking to be an untouristic tourist. This is my third time using him. If I could give 6 stars, I would.

Wow. Pack your bags and sell your house, because if you let Paolo plan your Puglia adventure (and if you are lucky enough to spend time with him, Alessandra, and all the amazing people there) you will never want to leave.

Paolo is a fabulous guide! His tours are fun, engaging, super informative, and unique. He knows all those little oddities and secrets that you can only get from a really good local guide.He clearly loves exploring his own region and has terrific recommendations and tips for all over Puglia.Whether you’re looking for a cycling guide, a more standard tour, or someone to help plan your trip, I can’t imagine how you could do better than Paolo!

Esperienza fantastica! Pedalare con Paolo al lago di San Giuliano è stato divertente ed interessante. Tutta la zona è un’oasi protetta ed ancora inesplorata. Consiglio vivamente di fare un tour in bicicletta da queste parte affondandovi alla simpatia ed esperienza di Paolo.

The President of this Seattle Floating Homes HOA fully recommends Apulia Handmade for planning your trip and tours and guiding.

Italy is for all of your senses, (Italia per tutti sensi),and Apulia Handmade is a generous and vibrant Italian Company designed for your senses.Whether your pleasure is food, wine, history, Italian tradition, bicycle tours, sightseeing, finding family, checking into luxury hotels, or modest hotels, camping, or driving from region to region,, Apulia Handmade will complete your desires.The owner of Apulia Handmade, Paolone M. Is a tall generous, and welcoming Southern Italian who is a professional cyclist and tour guide.He is an educated historian with deep roots in the traditions of Italy. He will create for you, your family and your friends, the vacation of your dreams. You dream it, Paolone will create it for you.Apulia Handmade tours are priced reasonably. You can afford the service because it is designed for you.Apulia Handmade is perfect for your dream vacation. I suggest you reserve Paolone’s time for a day or a week. Let him help you on your ideas for your trip to Italy. No idea is too big or too small. Per che, con Apulia Handmade, Italia per tutti sensi.