Preview Puglia
Relocation Scouting Trip
Explore what it’s really like to live in
Puglia before you move
A structured, on-the-ground experience designed for those
seriously considering relocating to Puglia in 6-18 months.
Preview Puglia is a local
collaboration between:
About Us
Stefanie Reilly, To Italy & Back
Stefanie moved to Lecce in her 40s and alongside her citizenship lawyer, now helps others navigate what it actually takes to do the same. Through To Italy & Back, she works with people who are seriously considering a move to Italy — not just helping them understand the process, but whether it’s the right decision for them in the first place. Her approach combines practical guidance with lived experience, local insight and a trusted network on the ground.
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Kayla Savino, Storia Travel Club
Kayla is the founder of Storia Travel Club, a private travel concierge creating considered, detail-driven experiences across Italy and beyond. Based in Italy, her approach focuses on pace, ease and thoughtful planning — bringing together places and experiences in a way that feels personal, well put together, and quietly elevated.
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If you’re thinking about moving to Italy, a holiday isn’t always enough.
Most people visit beautifully. Few visit in a way that helps them decide.
This experience is designed to change that — combining time to explore with practical insight, local access, and clear guidance on what moving here actually involves.
You’ll leave with more than just a feeling.
You’ll leave with a clear sense of whether Puglia is right for you — and what your next steps look like.
Who is Preview Puglia for?
This experience is designed for people who:
Are seriously considering moving to Italy within the next 6–18 months
Feel drawn to Puglia but aren’t yet sure where (or if) it’s right
Want to understand how the process actually works before committing
Prefer to explore with guidance, rather than trying to piece things together alone
At the core is a thoughtfully structured base experience, combining travel, local insight and relocation guidance.
The pace allows you to explore different areas while having space to absorb what you’re seeing and experiencing.
Designed for a minimum of 4 nights, it’s not a tour, and it’s not a holiday.
It’s a way to experience Puglia with intention.
What’s included?
Every experience is carefully designed to give you both perspective and clarity before making any decisions about your move.
Before you arrive:
A one-on-one planning call to understand your situation, timeline and what’s drawing you to Italy
Identification of 2–3 key areas in Puglia to explore based on your lifestyle and goals
• A thoughtfully designed itinerary tailored to your
interests, pace and priorities
During your time in Puglia
Accommodation and overall experience design curated by Storia Travel Club
All on-the-ground transfers arranged from your arrival in Puglia
Exploration of selected towns and areas, with context around what living there actually looks like
A dedicated in-person consultation with Stefanie (To Italy & Back), covering:
Your potential relocation pathway (visas, citizenship, timelines etc)
Key considerations before making a move
How different areas may align with your lifestyle
The opportunity to meet with relevant local professionals, depending on your needs:
Citizenship lawyer (Valentina)
Commercialista (tax and financial guidance)
Property consultant (if appropriate to your stage)
Your choice of curated local experiences designed to connect you more deeply with the region
• A considered selection of restaurant recommendations,
with bookings arranged where appropriate
Before you leave
A final coffee or aperitivo with Stefanie to reflect on your time in Puglia
Space to talk through your impressions, questions and next steps
Tailored experiences
Your time in Puglia can be extended or refined depending on where you are in the process.
This may include additional locations, property viewings, further consultations or more in-depth planning.
Each experience is privately designed and limited in availability to ensure a high level of support and access.
Base experience pricing starts from €3,400 per person or €5,800 per couple.
How it works
Choosing where to live in Italy isn’t about ticking off destinations.
It’s about understanding how a place feels, how it functions, and whether it fits your life.
By structuring your time on the ground properly, you move beyond surface impressions and begin to understand what living here might actually look like, before making any major decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. Most people join at the “seriously considering it, but not yet sure” stage. The purpose of this experience is to help you understand whether Puglia — and Italy more broadly — is right for you before making any major decisions.
And If after this trip, you’d like to try another area, we can arrange that too. -
The base experience is designed for a minimum of 4 nights. This allows enough time to explore different areas while also having space to reflect and absorb what you’re seeing. Your stay can be extended depending on your needs. And can be completely tailored to you.
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No problem. We can add this to the beginning, end or right in the middle.
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No. This is a personalised, private experience designed around you (or you and your partner), up to 4 people maximum. The pace, locations and structure are all tailored to your situation and what you’re hoping to understand.
A typical trip to Puglia is designed to show you the best of the region — where to stay, what to see, where to eat. And while that can be a beautiful experience, it doesn’t always help you understand what it would actually be like to live here.
This experience is structured differently.
Alongside exploring the region, you’ll spend time understanding how daily life works, how different areas feel beyond first impressions, and what the practical realities of relocating might look like for you. That includes guidance on visas or citizenship pathways, introductions to trusted local professionals where relevant, and space to properly reflect on what you’re seeing.
It’s not about seeing more.
It’s about seeing things in a way that helps you decide.
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The experience includes pre-arrival planning, a tailored itinerary, accommodation, on-the-ground transport, area exploration, and dedicated time with Stefanie to discuss your relocation pathway. Introductions to local professionals and curated experiences are also included where relevant. Want something else? Let us know.
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Flights to and from Italy are not included in the base package, unless you want us to add them. Meals and personal expenses are also not included unless specified in your itinerary.
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If it’s relevant to your situation, we can arrange meetings with trusted local professionals such as a citizenship lawyer, commercialista (tax advisor), or property consultant. This is always tailored to where you are in the process.
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Yes. Ongoing support is available through To Italy & Back, including relocation guidance, coordination, and introductions to trusted local partners. Many people use this trip as a starting point for a longer-term plan.
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We begin with a one-on-one introduction call, then we move into a relocation call to understand your situation, timeline and priorities. From there, your itinerary and areas of focus are carefully selected so your time in Puglia is structured and purposeful.
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Yes. The base experience can be extended to include additional locations, property viewings, or more in-depth consultations depending on your needs and timeline.
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The earlier the better but ideally, at least 4–6 weeks in advance to allow time for planning, availability and coordination with any local professionals you may wish to meet.
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Payments are made in stages with the final payment due 2 weeks before. you arrive.