# Rome Guidebook

> Your ultimate insider guide to experiencing Rome like a local

## Overview

Rome Guidebook (https://rome-guidebook.com) is a premium digital travel guide created by Fabien Loyer, a French expat who has lived in Rome for over 5 years. The guide offers 300+ expertly curated locations across Rome with integrated Google Maps functionality.

## Product

- **Name:** Rome Guidebook
- **Type:** Digital travel guide with Google Maps integration
- **Price:** €9.90
- **Creator:** Fabien Loyer (French expat, 5 years in Rome)
- **Contact:** roma.autrement@gmail.com
- **Instagram:** @romeguidebook

## What's Included

The guide features 300+ hand-picked locations across Rome:

- **Cafés & Breakfast** - Traditional Italian cafés, specialty coffee, best breakfast spots
- **Restaurants** - Authentic Roman trattorias, modern Italian cuisine, pasta restaurants
- **Bars & Nightlife** - Wine bars, rooftop cocktails, aperitivo spots, speakeasies
- **Photo Spots** - Viewpoints, Instagram-worthy locations, street art, sunset spots
- **Culture & Art** - Lesser-known museums, hidden churches, galleries
- **Navigation** - Google Maps integration, offline access, neighborhood guides

## How It Works

1. Purchase the digital guide
2. Receive downloadable document with exclusive Google Maps lists
3. Save locations to your personal Google Maps
4. Use offline on phone or desktop for navigation

## Key Features

- 300+ exclusive, personally tested addresses
- Direct Google Maps integration for easy mobile navigation
- Works offline after initial download
- Regular updates with new locations
- Local insider knowledge to avoid tourist traps

## Blog Content

The website features detailed travel guides on:

- Getting to Rome (airport transfers, first steps)
- Rome neighborhoods (Trastevere, Monti, Testaccio, Prati, Jewish Ghetto)
- Roman cuisine guide (pasta dishes, street food, dining culture)
- Best gelato in Rome (spotting authentic gelato, top gelaterias)
- Vatican Museums guide (planning, tickets, highlights)
- Italian coffee culture (ordering like a local, historic cafés)
- Ancient Rome walking tour (Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Hill)
- Aperitivo culture (happy hour Roman style, best spots by neighborhood)
- Day trips from Rome (Tivoli, Ostia Antica, Orvieto, Castelli Romani)
- Rome markets guide (food markets, flea markets, shopping)

## Target Audience

- Travelers seeking authentic Rome experiences
- Visitors wanting to avoid tourist traps
- People interested in local culture and cuisine
- Anyone who values expert curation over generic guides

## Site Structure

- `/` - Homepage with product showcase, features, testimonials, FAQ
- `/about` - Creator's story and credentials
- `/blog` - Travel guides and Rome insights
- `/reviews` - Customer testimonials (219+ reviews, 5-star rating)
- `/contact` - Contact information
- `/terms` - Terms of service
- `/privacy` - Privacy policy
- `/cookies` - Cookie policy
- `/refund` - Refund policy

## Technical Details

- Domain: rome-guidebook.com
- Type: React Single Page Application
- Languages: English (primary), French content available
- Payment: Secure online purchase

## Customer Satisfaction

- 219+ verified customer reviews
- 5-star aggregate rating
- Testimonials highlighting authenticity and usefulness

## Creator Credentials

Fabien Loyer brings:
- 5+ years living in Rome
- 300+ locations personally tested
- 2,000+ hours spent exploring the city
- Personal relationships with local business owners
- Focus on authentic experiences over tourist destinations