By Peter de Kuster Some journeys explode onto the world stage with the force of a manifesto. Filippo Tommaso Marinetti, the Italian poet, editor, and art theorist, forged such a path—igniting the Futurist movement and forever changing the trajectory of modern art and literature. The Call to Adventure Born in Alexandria, Egypt, in 1876 to…
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The Grand Tour of Franco Moschino
By Peter de Kuster Some journeys are fueled by irreverence and wit, challenging the world to see beauty in the unexpected. Franco Moschino, the visionary behind the Moschino fashion house, lived such a journey—a story of rebellion, satire, and the courage to turn fashion on its head. The Call to Adventure Born in 1950 in…
The Grand Tour of Ottavio Missoni, Founder of Missoni
By Peter de Kuster Some journeys are woven from color and courage, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Ottavio “Tai” Missoni, founder of the iconic Italian fashion house Missoni, lived such a journey—a story of athletic discipline, creative rebellion, and the relentless pursuit of beauty in everyday life. The Call to Adventure Born in 1921…
The Grand Tour of Marol Paresi, founder of Maliparmi
By Peter de Kuster Some journeys are stitched from curiosity and wonder, woven by the hands and hearts of women who see the world as a tapestry of endless possibility. Marol Paresi, founder of Malìparmi, is such a heroine—her story a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and the courage to make the familiar fantastical. The Call…
The Grand Tour of Fornasetti
By Peter de Kuster Some journeys do not follow straight lines—they spiral, twist, and play with the boundaries between reality and imagination. The life and work of Piero Fornasetti, the visionary Milanese artist, is such a journey: a story of relentless creativity, rebellion against convention, and the transformation of everyday objects into portals of wonder….
The Grand Tour of Donna Leon
By Peter de Kuster Some heroines change the world not by stepping into the spotlight, but by illuminating the shadows of the cities they love. Donna Leon, the American-born author who made Venice her home and inspiration, has crafted a literary journey as rich and complex as the canals of her adopted city. Through her…
The Grand Tour of Elena Ferrante
By Peter de Kuster Some of the most powerful stories are written not only with words, but with mystery. Elena Ferrante, the enigmatic author behind the acclaimed Neapolitan Novels, has crafted a Grand Tour that is as compelling in her life as in her fiction—a journey marked by anonymity, courage, and the relentless pursuit of…
The Grand Tour of Elsa Morante
By Peter de Kuster There are writers who do not simply tell stories—they live them, embody them, and in doing so, illuminate the hidden paths of the human soul. Elsa Morante, one of Italy’s greatest literary heroines, was such a writer. Her life and work form a journey as epic and intimate as any novel,…
The Grand Tour of Simona Molinari
By Peter de Kuster There are journeys that begin with a single note. For Simona Molinari, born in Naples in 1983 and raised in L’Aquila, the first steps of her Grand Tour were set to the soundtrack of old American musicals and the jazz standards that enchanted her as a child. At just eight years old, she…
Flow in Venice: A Leadership Journey in the Footsteps of Commedia dell’ Arte
Introduction: Embrace the Mask, Enter the Flow Venice, the birthplace of Commedia dell’Arte, offers a unique stage for leaders ready to embark on a transformative journey. This exclusive three-day experience, guided by world-renowned storyteller Peter de Kuster, draws on the timeless archetypes of Commedia dell’Arte and the Hero’s Journey story model. Inspired by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s…
The Grand Tour in Venice: Storyteller in 1 Day
Storyteller in 1 Day Your story about yourself and your creative business―how it resonates in the public heart and mind―is your most valuable competitive advantage. Yet, few creative professionals really know how brand meaning works, how to manage it, and how to use brand meaning strategically. Created by the founder of The Grand Tour, Peter…
The Grand Tour in Rome: Know Your Story in 1 Day
Know Your Own Story in 1 Day Self Knowledge is often what stands between us and greater fulfillment: between a relationship that will bring us joy, a job that motivates us each morning, or a wiser approach to an recurring problem. In fact, when asked about the key to wisdom, the famous writer Isabel Allende…
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