Lorenzo
Partner Liaison
Born and raised in Messina, Sicily, Lorenzo Santamaria is, at heart, a proud Sicilian. After spending more than a decade living in Scandinavia, he felt the unmistakable pull of home. Returning to Sicily wasn’t simply a change of address; it was a return to identity. For Lorenzo, Sicily is not just a destination, it is a way of living, where conversation flows easily, hospitality is instinctive, and every meal tells a story.
As a trusted partner of Italy With Bella, Lorenzo brings over a decade of experience in the tourism industry to every journey he helps shape. His expertise spans client relations, on-the-ground coordination, and curating authentic local experiences that go far beyond the expected.
With deep roots in Sicily and strong international perspective gained abroad, he bridges cultures effortlessly, ensuring that each traveler feels both welcomed and understood. His work is driven by precision, warmth, and a genuine commitment to creating seamless, meaningful travel experiences.
Lorenzo knows Sicily intimately, from the vibrant streets of Palermo to the baroque beauty of Val di Noto and the dramatic slopes of Mount Etna. Having lived abroad for many years, he also brings a nuanced understanding of what international travelers value most when exploring Italy.
His background in journalism, which he practiced alongside his tourism career, sharpened his eye for detail and deepened his natural curiosity. He has a talent for uncovering the human stories behind places, the family-run trattoria, the artisan workshop, the wine maker who has harvested the same trees for decades.
While Sicily will always be home, there is a special place in Lorenzo’s heart for Piedmont, particularly the rolling hills of the Langhe. He is deeply drawn to the region’s refined wines and to its rich, comforting cuisine rooted in tradition and seasonality.
Whether enjoying a slow seafood lunch by the Sicilian coast or savoring tajarin pasta with truffles in a Piedmontese trattoria, Lorenzo believes Italy is best experienced at the table, where landscape, history, and culture meet in every bite. With Italy With Bella, it was love at first sight, a shared philosophy rooted in authenticity, excellence, and heartfelt connection. For Lorenzo, helping others experience Italy means inviting them into something real. Not just to see the country, but to feel it, its generosity, its history, its soul. Lorenzo believes that when travel is done well, it becomes more than a journey. It becomes a lasting connection.
