Beyond the Obvious

Igea approved

We don't believe in adding more options. We believe in choosing the right ones.

Every accommodation, workspace, experience and local partner we recommend is carefully selected according to the things we believe make a place worth experiencing.

Authentic Travel Experiences in Italy, Chosen by Igea

We believe the best travel experiences aren’t always the most famous ones.

Across Italy, there are thousands of places to stay, people to meet and experiences to discover. Our role is to find the ones that feel right for the way we believe people should experience Italy: with more time, more connection and greater respect for the places they visit.

Igea Approved is our way of choosing carefully.

Every accommodation, local partner and experience we recommend is selected according to our standards for quality, authenticity, connection and conscious travel.

We carefully choose the places, people and experiences that make Italy worth experiencing differently.

our standards

What Makes a Place Igea Approved?

A beautiful location isn’t enough.

We look for places that offer something beyond the obvious—a genuine sense of place, a connection with the local community and an experience that is worth your time.

For every destination, accommodation and experience, we consider:

Workability

For our Remote Living Experiences, reliable connectivity and comfortable working environments are essential. You should be able to stay productive without feeling like you’re simply working from another hotel.

Nature & Surroundings

We favour places where nature is part of everyday life, with space to walk, breathe and disconnect from the constant pace of modern life.

Local Connection

We look for authentic connections with local communities, people and traditions—not experiences created simply for tourists.

Character & Comfort

From countryside stays to small village accommodations, we choose places with character, comfort and a genuine relationship with their surroundings.

Conscious Choices

We favour partners who respect their environment, support local communities and contribute positively to the places where they operate.

Meaningful Experiences

We choose experiences that invite you to participate rather than simply observe—to learn something, meet someone, discover a tradition or see a destination from a different perspective.

How Does Igea Approved Work?

We Look Beyond the Photos

01 — Research

We discover accommodations, local partners and authentic travel experiences across Italy that could fit the Igea philosophy.

02 — Evaluate

We assess each option according to our criteria, from connectivity and comfort to local character, environmental approach and quality of experience.

03 _ Experience

Whenever possible, we personally visit, test or experience the places and services we recommend.

04 — Approve

Only the places and experiences that meet our standards become Igea Approved.

And our work doesn’t stop there. We continue to build relationships with our partners and review the experiences we recommend over time.

Authentic Travel Experiences in Italy

From Remote Living to Slow Travel

Igea Approved is part of every experience we create.

For Remote Living, it means finding places where you can work comfortably while becoming part of the local environment.

For retreats, it means selecting peaceful locations, trusted hosts and experiences that support rest and wellbeing.

For tailor-made journeys, it means carefully choosing accommodations, guides, restaurants and local experiences that reflect your interests and the way you want to travel.

Different journeys.
The same standard of care.

We Don't Want to Give You More Choices

We Want to Give You Better Ones.

There is already too much information to navigate when planning a trip.

Too many hotels.
Too many reviews.
Too many experiences competing for your attention.

Igea Approved is our way of doing some of that work for you.

We carefully select the places and people we believe are worth your time, so you can spend less time searching and more time experiencing Italy.

Remote Living Weekend

Three days to slow down and reconnect.

A short escape to the Italian countryside, designed to help you step away from screens and routine, reconnect with nature and return with a little more space to breathe.

Remote Living Week

Work remotely. Live locally. Connect meaningfully.

Spend a week in a carefully selected Italian village, combining focused work with local experiences, nature and genuine connections. A different way to experience Italy without putting your work on hold.

Remote Living Journey

Your time, designed around your life.

A fully personalized journey for remote workers and busy professionals who want to make the most of their time in Italy. We take care of the planning, from Igea Approved stays and workspaces to meaningful experiences, so you can focus on living the journey.