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General Informations
What is Food Valley Travel & Leisure?
Food Valley Travel & Leisure (FVT) is an incoming tour operator and specialized Destination Management Company based in Parma, Italy. The agency designs premium, authentic experiences across the Food Valley and Emilia-Romagna region, building each journey with a “handmade” approach to ensure uniqueness.
What kind of tours and experiences do you offer?
FVT provides one-day experiences, multi-day tours, short breaks, signature tours, weekend holidays, and curated itineraries. Experiences are divided into categories such as Food & Wine, Art & Culture, Lifestyle, Outdoor, Luxury, and Unconventional Experiences.
Are your tours customizable?
Yes. Every tour can be adapted: FVT expressly designs experiences to fit your preferences, interests, pace, and travel style.
Which food specialties are featured on your tours?
Tours focus on the iconic excellences of the Food Valley such as Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello di Zibello, traditional balsamic vinegar, wines from Emilia-Romagna, local cured meats, handmade pasta, and authentic artisanal products.
Do you offer luxury or high-end experiences?
Yes. The “Luxury Experiences” category includes exclusive tastings, refined itineraries, curated hospitality, private visits, and premium-level services.
Do you organize experiences outside Parma?
Yes. Experiences cover Emilia-Romagna and other Italian destinations connected to culture, food, wine, motors, and lifestyle.
Team Building, Corporate & Incentive Travel
Do you organize team-building activities?
Yes. Food Valley Travel designs tailor-made team building experiences, combining food, culture, outdoor adventures, and local craftsmanship to encourage bonding, creativity, and shared discovery among colleagues.
What types of corporate activities do you offer?
FVT creates incentives, corporate retreats, motivational journeys, themed experiences, and business-oriented programs mixing gastronomy, culture, and local identity.
Are corporate activities customizable to company goals?
Absolutely. All team-building and corporate programs are built on demand, aligned with company objectives such as motivation, networking, reward, creativity, or cultural enrichment.
Can you arrange meeting spaces or business event venues?
Yes. FVT provides curated environments including castles, historic residences, boutique hotels, and unique local venues suitable for meetings, presentations, and corporate gatherings.
Do you offer food-based team-building activities?
Yes — culinary-centered activities reflect the essence of the region: cheese-making, cooking masterclasses, tasting journeys, and behind-the-scenes visits where teamwork meets gastronomic excellence.
Can corporate groups combine food experiences with outdoor or cultural activities?
Yes. Groups can enjoy a mix of experiences such as visits to art cities, outdoor adventures, cultural heritage tours, and lifestyle activities fully integrated with food traditions.
Do you manage logistics for corporate groups (transfers, guides, accommodation)?
Yes. FVT handles all components of the experience: transfers, licensed guides, accommodations, tastings, and tailored support throughout the journey.
Booking, Services & Practical Informations
Can I book directly online?
Yes, the site includes an integrated booking system.
Do you accept credit card payments?
Yes, credit card payments are accepted.
Are your experiences suitable for families with children?
Yes. Many experiences are family-friendly and suited for guests of all ages.
Do you provide private tours for small groups or couples?
Yes. Most experiences can be arranged privately, offering exclusivity and a more intimate pace.
Can experiences be arranged in multiple languages?
Tours include professional guides; language availability depends on the selected experience, but the agency is structured to work with international visitors.
Do your tours include accommodation?
Some multi-day itineraries include accommodation in selected hotels, agriturismi, or charming local structures, depending on the travel package.
