About us

ITALY: CURATED WITH LOVE, ALWAYS

We are a boutique Destination Management Company based in Rome, proudly operating since 2000. Founded by Salvatore Bossone — an official licensed guide and travel expert with over 30 years of experience — our company is built on a deep love for Italy and a passion for creating unforgettable travel experiences.

Together with a carefully selected team of dedicated professionals, we design and deliver tailor-made journeys across the country, combining creativity, precision, and insider access. From luxury private tours and unique experiences to flawless logistics and VIP treatment, we handle every detail with care and excellence.

Our strength lies in our local knowledge, our trusted network, and our hands-on approach: we treat every traveler like a guest in our own home. Whether you're visiting Italy for the first time or returning to explore more, our team is here to make every moment extraordinary.

Our team

SALVATORE BOSSONE

With more than 20 years of experience in the travel & hospitality industry, Salvatore is still as passionate as he was on day one.
A demanding yet fair leader, he is always open to listening to his team and welcomes different perspectives.
Proud of his Neapolitan roots, Salvatore considers himself a self-made man. He loves the sea, good food and rugby: a sport he played for many years and still actively supports.

MASSIMO MARANI

Co-founder of DbD Italia and a guide himself, Massimo is the cultural tour coordinator.
He is not your average tour guide: he's next-level. With a deep passion for history, art and foreign languages, he brings every itinerary to life with insight and personality.
He's sharp, witty (think dry British humor), and happens to be a dog lover. If you're into smart travel and cultural deep-dives, Massimo's your guy.

MANUELA BONINSEGNA

Manuela Boninsegna is our Head of Operations.
She coordinates the operational and back-office activities of our company, ensuring that day-to-day processes run efficiently and in line with our service standards.
She manages relationships with our partner clients and supervises the work of the broader team, maintaining constant oversight of ongoing tasks and priorities.
She has a contagious laugh and a good sense of humor. She loves turtles and hats and appreciates good food.
Her structured and solution-oriented approach helps ensure clarity and continuity in the company's workflow.

ANTONELLA BRACALE

Antonella Bracale is our F.I.T. & events specialist.
Born italian, half argentinian at heart, Antonella is the longest-standing member of the crew, and the soul behind many of our custom-made experiences.
She takes care of our direct customers with warmth and precision, and she's very well organized when it comes to event planning.
She has a passion for good food, especially chocolat.
She creates day by day programs with care and dedication.
Her success rate? A solid 100%.

AZZURRA MARINELLI

Azzurra Marinelli is our staff specialist, responsible for coordinating activities and personnel related to airport services. She is a dynamic and positive individual with a genuine passion for teamwork and efficiency.
Her dedication to the art of hospitality shines through her warm, attentive, and approachable nature, helping to create a welcoming environment for both colleagues and passengers.

FRANCESCO GUERINI

Francesco Guerini is our operations specialist and the youngest in the team. He builds and maintains strong relationships with B2B clients and partners, handles inquiries, and ensures smooth integration of new bookings into our system. Always ready to help, his strong values and team spirit make him a key asset. Fun fact: he’s a wine connoisseur, cat lover, and proud AS Roma supporter, and he’s the living proof that dedication knows no age.

SABRINA ARBAN

Sabrina Arban supports our airport operations and plays a key role in coordinating events and FIT clients with care and dedication. Reliable and proactive, she approaches every task with professionalism and is always ready to lend a hand when needed. Her positive attitude and collaborative spirit make her a valuable team player at Destination by Design Italia.

TATIANA SCHEVCHENKO

Tatiana Schevchenko oversees our airport staff operations for large groups and cruise passengers. Highly organized and detail-oriented, she ensures everything runs smoothly and on time.
Tatiana is known for her reliability, strong work ethic, and dedication to rules. Her kindness and willingness to help others make her an essential and trusted member of the Destination by Design Italia team.