Services & Experiences
Would you like to do more than just visit Salento – would you like to truly experience it?
I’m here to personally help you plan and organise your stay, with carefully selected experiences, reliable local partners and plenty of little insider tips you won’t necessarily find in a guidebook.
Whether you’re looking for a boat trip, a wine tasting, a special celebration, accommodation or practical assistance during your stay, just tell me what you have in mind – together we’ll find the right solution for you.
Experiences & Excursions
Experience Salento – at sea, on land and with all your senses.
Explore the coastline from the water, visit small local wineries, discover regional cuisine or enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the countryside.
Depending on the season and availability, I can help arrange and organise a variety of activities together with local partners, including:
Boat and catamaran trips · Wine tastings and winery visits · Cooking classes · Horse-drawn carriage rides · Excursions and special experiences
Have something else in mind? Just get in touch! Many experiences can be arranged individually. You can easily contact me via WhatsApp or email.
Accommodation in Salento
Find your perfect place to stay:
- charming holiday homes
- peaceful holiday apartments
- traditional Salento agriturismi
- authentic bed and breakfasts
- beautiful hotels
- enchanting traditional masserie
A Little Piece of Salento, Wherever You Are
Bring a little piece of Salento into your everyday life:
- handwritten postcards
- gift baskets personally put together with care
- souvenir gift boxes
- gift vouchers for someone special
Holidays with Your Dog
Enjoy your holiday in Salento together with your dog. Many beaches, accommodation options and places to visit in Puglia welcome four-legged friends, making it easy to enjoy relaxing days by the sea or peaceful walks in nature. I’ll help you find suitable accommodation and activities for both you and your furry companion.
- Dog-friendly beaches in Salento
- Walking trails through olive groves
- Restaurants and shops that welcome dogs
- Pet-friendly accommodation
Enquire directly via WhatsApp or email:
WhatsApp • mara@salento-reisen.com
I’d be delighted to bring a little piece of Salento into your home or help you enjoy it during your holiday!
Local Assistance & Support
Sometimes it’s the practical details that make a holiday truly relaxing.
Do you need a rental car, an airport transfer or help communicating in Italian? Or perhaps you’ve encountered a problem during your stay and aren’t sure who to turn to?
I’m happy to provide personal, straightforward assistance with:
Car hire and transfers · Communication and translation · Local arrangements · Contact with trusted local partners · Personalised holiday planning and assistance
My advantage? I live in Salento myself, speak German, Italian and English, and know the region and its local services well.
You can easily contact me via WhatsApp or email.
Events & Special Occasions
People in Salento love to celebrate – in village squares, by the sea and among ancient olive trees.
I’ll keep you informed about local food festivals (sagre), concerts, traditional celebrations and events taking place during your stay.
I can also help you organise your own special occasion and connect you with local partners:
Birthdays · Anniversaries · Weddings · Romantic surprises · Private celebrations · Special experiences for two
I’ll assist with communication, planning and coordination on the ground, so you can simply enjoy your special moment.
Experience Salento at its most authentic – surrounded by music, dancing and delicious local food.
You can easily contact me via WhatsApp or email.
German–Italian Translation Services
I translate and refine texts for tourism businesses, local companies and private individuals, making sure they are clear, natural and suited to their intended audience.
Examples include websites, product descriptions, brochures, menus, guest communications, emails and personal letters.
I do not provide sworn or legally certified translations.
You can easily contact me via WhatsApp or email.
House-Sitting & Pet-Sitting
Your home and pets in caring hands
Are you going to be away from Salento for a while and want to make sure your home or pets are well looked after?
By individual arrangement, I can take care of your house, apartment or pets – personally, reliably and with a strong sense of responsibility.
Depending on your needs, I can help with regular property checks, airing rooms, collecting mail and small organisational tasks, or caring for your pets by providing feeding, walks and companionship.
Every situation is different. That’s why we’ll discuss your needs in advance and make sure everything important for your home or pets is taken into account.
→ Enquire without obligation via WhatsApp or email.
Haven’t Found What You’re Looking For?
Not every wish fits neatly into a category. If you’re looking for something specific or have an idea for your stay in Salento, just send me a message.
I’ll be happy to see what can be arranged or help you find the right local contact.