There’s no better way to spend the holidays than heading out on assignment with National Geographic, traveling across Tuscany, Marche, and Piedmont.

This time, we’re producing content for The Best of the World 2025 guide, which highlights must-visit destinations for more meaningful travel.

Among them are the cenobitic monasteries scattered throughout Italy, beautifully photographed by my good friend and talented photographer Andrea Frazzetta, who also provided the inspiration for this project.

WATCH THE REEL