A-List Marco Palermo T+L TOP TRAVEL ADVISOR | PORTUGAL & SPAIN SPECIALIST By Travel + Leisure Editors Travel + Leisure Editors Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 13, 2024 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Courtesy of Respective Travel Advisor Contact Authentic Explorations New York, NY marco@authentic-explorations.com (917)-353-7352 authentic-explorations.com facebook.com/authentic.explorations.travelinstagram.com/authentic_explorations_travel Palermo can arrange private tours that examine Bilbao’s architecture and Seville’s Moorish history. But where he really shines is his network of chefs, winemakers, and cooking schools. That might include a pintxos crawl in San Sebastián, or a romantic dinner at a Gaudí-designed house in Barcelona. Additional Specialties: Croatia Languages Spoken: Italian, English, Spanish Average Daily Spend: $1,250 Trip Planning Fees: $1,000 (applied to cost of trip) Testimonial "Marco Palermo has arranged excursions for our extended family throughout Italy. His intimate, personal knowledge of the country is evident in the detailed itineraries, knowledgeable, enthusiastic tour guides and incredible experiences he has provided. The hotels, restaurant recommendations and suggested stops have been perfect. Highlights have included a salumi tour and tasting in Parma, truffle hunting in Umbria and a wine tasting tour of Piedmont with a truffle expert/sommelier. Always educational and fun, we look forward to planning many more adventures with Marco."- Jill K.