Are you part Italian and want to discover your roots and reconnect to your distant family?
THAT IS EXACTLY MY STORY!
My name is Laura Roselle and just like you, I am part Italian. Ten years ago, I decided to go on a quest to find my roots and I discovered where my family came from. The story is amazing. One side of my family is from outside Rome in Ponzano Romano. Another is from Caserta, near Naples. I even discovered the documents for my great-great-grandfather who was abandoned as an infant on a farmer’s doorstep in Abruzzo. Then I took a wonderful trip to see these places, and with the help of Life Beyond the Room’s incredible staff, I walked the streets of my ancestors, smelled the flowers in bloom, and tasted the local food specialties. It was a dream come true!
I learned about Italian laws and recognition of Italian citizenship, and I become, along with my daughters, a dual citizen.
My cousin and I reunited in Caserta
Now, my goal is to help people like you find their roots and reconnect to their family’s history.
We offer a complimentary consultation to learn about your unique story, understand your needs and answer any questions.
My ancestors’ street in Ponzano Romano
Me and my daughters celebrating our italian citizenship
Cruising the waters of Capri
We know that finding your roots can quickly turn into an overwhelming process and that’s why we are here to assist you every step along the way. Our expertise in travel planning and genealogy will allow you to discover where you came from, preserve your family history, and experience this beautiful country in the most authentic and unforgettable way.
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EXPERIENCE YOUR ROOTS PACKAGES
Our packages are 100% customized to your specific needs.
Services might include but are not limited to:
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Document research
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Citizenship information
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Custom itinerary with visits to towns, regions, homes, churches (self-guided or with a guide)
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Meeting with distant relatives
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Photobook and/or Video of the experience
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Regional cooking
INFO & PRICING
Everyone’s story is different and so are their needs.
This is why we don’t have a one size fits all package price.
During your initial consultation, we will be able to give you a rough estimate based on your specific needs and interests.
However, we understand that having an idea of the value of the experience is important, so here are some examples:
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#1 Find your roots
Ken has already begun the process of finding his roots and would like the following:
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One-day Heritage Tour in Family Hometown
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Meet with genealogy expert
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Plan a meal with distant cousin
Pricing starts at $1,000 per person.
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#2 Find your roots + 1 week custom trip
Olivia wants to incorporate her Experience Your Roots Package into a longer trip to Italy. She already knows her family hometown.
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One-day Heritage Tour in Family Hometown
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Meet with genealogy expert
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Plan a meal with distant cousin
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Plan a one-week trip to other parts of the country, including:
Accommodations
Local airfare/train
Experiences such as cooking class, mushroom hunting, sailboat tour etc. -
Create a photobook/video of their travels
Pricing starts at $5,000 per person.
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#3 Find your roots + 2 week custom trip
Mary wants research conducted on her family history, and a longer trip to her family hometown and to other parts of Italy.
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Ancestral research
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Two-day Heritage Tour in Family Hometown
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Meet with genealogy expert
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Plan a meal with distant cousin
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Plan a two-week trip to other parts of the country, including
Accommodations
Local airfare/train
Experiences such as cooking class, mushroom hunting, sailboat tour etc. -
Create a photobook/video of their travels
Pricing starts at $8,500 per person.
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*Pricing does not include international airfare and will vary based on season, availability, group size and exchange rate.