​52 Things to See and Do in Basilicata

​​​ About Valerie

The Author

VALERIE Fortney returned to her roots in the southern Italy region of Basilicata, the ancestral region of her beloved "nonna", where she has been a freelance writer, professional genealogist and cappuccino addict. Before moving to Italy she worked for a decade in the travel industry, as a travel agent, agency marketing manager, and as a corporate travel consultant.

She graduated from the University of New Mexico with a degree in History. She loves exploring hill towns, ancient sites, and quirky festivals. And eating; she is passionate about Italian food and wine.

Valerie selflessly samples local delicacies and tours hidden havens for the sake of writing. When not tapping away at her keyboard, she can be found sipping cappuccino, participating in grape harvests, or shooting with breeze with her fellow paesani.

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