Tactile Travel, LLC is a Boston-based tour operator and travel consultancy specializing in Italian holidays where craft, camaraderie, food and wine combine. Tactile Travel offers a chance to touch, taste and feel Italy beyond the big cities

Founder Alanna Nelson spent more than a decade sharing Italy with family and friends. She consistently found that her guests most cherished their moments in small, "off the beaten path" locations or enjoying their hobbies in a new setting.

Media

Melrose Free Press Article, July 5, 2007

"It's a Purl, Man" Podcast Interview

News Releases

Tactile Travel Opens Registration for 2008 tours (Nov. 2, 2007)

World Wide Knit in Public Day (May 9, 2007)

“Virtual Cappuccino” Podcast Launched (Dec. 6, 2006)

Thanks to Catherine Leenders, Patrick and Stacy Herriman for contributing their great photos to the site.