Hi, I’m Gianluca.
I studied cultural anthropology, and I’ve always been fascinated by the different ways people live, move, and experience a place.
Rome is not only my city – it’s the environment I love observing, understanding, and sharing through these small stories.
Together with my wife Connie, we host travellers in our small hotel near the Vatican, where we enjoy meeting people from all over the world and exchanging perspectives – just as I do here in the blog.
If you ever feel like saying hello while exploring Rome, you’ll find us on our terrace as well, where every morning we serve breakfast with a view.
Gianluca
At QuodLibet, we believe that every journey is made more memorable by the little things — a warm welcome, a perfect cappuccino, and yes… a mug that tells a story.
This lovely mug, depicting the iconic Australian kookaburra, was kindly gifted to us by a guest from Australia. It’s more than a beautiful souvenir — it’s a symbol of connection, of stories shared across continents, and of our guests’ generosity. And it’s part of a growing idea we’re thrilled to launch: the QuodLibet Mug Exchange.
Here’s how it works:
If you’re planning your stay with us, bring a mug that represents your home — your region, your culture, your language, or simply a design you love. In return, we’ll offer you a small gift from Rome — a little token of our appreciation, and a piece of Italy to take home with you.
Over time, we hope to build an international mug collection in our breakfast lounge — a mosaic of places, people, and personal stories. Each cup will remind us (and future guests) of how far our little B&B has reached, through the hearts of those who’ve stayed with us.
So… fancy being part of something delightful and symbolic? Pack a mug and join the collection!
