Mimmo Cricchio, an independent travel advisor with Fora Travel, discusses how a family business rooted in Italian hospitality became the foundation for his career in travel. Drawing on his background with his family’s Baltimore restaurant and years spent helping travelers experience Italy, he explains why thoughtful planning, local knowledge, and human relationships still matter in an age of DIY booking tools. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, meaningful travel, client trust, and why a great trip should feel enriching rather than stressful.