- Piazza XX Settembre, Mola di Bari
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This is more than travel, it’s about connection. The mission is to help solo travelers and small groups experience the real Puglia, not just the sights, but the heart of it. Welcome Stays and Events are designed to make you feel at home, even far from home, from the very first moment you arrive in Puglia.
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Testimonials
Real stories from real travelers
Hear how others experienced Puglia through our welcome stays, events, and language lessons, and how they helped them feel more confident, connected, and at home.
Hey, what can I say? Sometimes ho "culo", but mostly I am a nice, sensitive, creative guy. I want to sincerely express my thanks for hosting my trip and helping me learn and experience Italy in the way I wanted. You are a wonderful woman, inside and out. A free spirit that I sincerely identify with.
So, when are you coming to visit Fairport?
DonaldNew York
Rosaria is incredibly knowledgable and patient. I am throughly enjoying learning Italian with her and am so appreciative of how she is willing to work with my crazy schedule to make sure I can keep up with learning and growing. If you are looking for someone who can provide great instruction and resources with creativity and positivity in a personalized way, then Rosaria is for you. 🙂
MaggieVirginia
I had a great time working with Rosaria. I spent 2 weeks in beautiful Mola di Bari where I was able to not only improve my Italian, but also enjoyed learning to make pizza, take a 19th century dance class (so much fun), create art with Italian artisans, and become immersed in Italian culture. The people there are lovely and Rosaria has created a unique experience that I feel fortunate to have been a part of. My only regret was having to leave.
KathleenMaryland
Rosaria is a great, passionate teacher totally focusing on your language needs and requests. She is witty and funny, making each lesson even more entertaining. I can highly recommend her!!
UlrichGermany
Learning Italian in Puglia was already something I was super excited for, but doing it 1:1 with Rosaria genuinely made it one of the most special parts of my whole trip! From the get-go, she went above and beyond. We had FaceTime chats before I even arrived so she could understand exactly what I was hoping to get out of the experience, and tailor the program to me!
When I arrived in Mola di Bari, Rosaria was right there at the station to greet me, helping me with my bags and making me feel so welcome! That warmth and care flowed through everything she did. She wasn’t just my teacher, she became a local guide, a friendly face, and someone who was always just a message or phone call away for anything I needed.
Our lessons were the perfect mix of structured learning and real conversation. We’d chat over lunch, stroll through town, and there was always laughter (mostly at how many times Aussies say ’Grazie’). She made learning feel fun and personal and you can tell how passionate she is about sharing Puglia and its beauty with you in every interaction you have!
By the end of the program, I felt more confident, more connected to the culture, and genuinely excited to keep improving my Italian! If you’re thinking about learning Italian while in Italy, this is exactly the way to do it! Grazie mille Rosaria, I will never forget this time together <3
DannyAustralia