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Tuscany is a vast region of Italy where a fabulous surprise awaits round almost every corner. Dotted amongst Tuscany’s splendid scenery is many an ancient town, each with its own fascinating history. If you are heading to Tuscany sometime soon and are interested in discovering the region’s diverse and intriguing history, take a look at
Cortona is one of Tuscany’s most famous hillside towns and with good reason. Being nestled on the steep slopes of a hill that protrudes from the Val di Chiana, this picturesque town boasts a maze of streets that go in one direction only – upwards!
With its captivating culture, rich art scene and compelling historic legacies, not to mention its breathtaking panoramic scenery, Tuscany should be on every traveller’s bucket list. While there is plenty to see and do all year round in this stunning region of Italy, the month of August can be a particularly great time to experience
Often referred to as “The Marches”, Le Marche in central Italy lies to the East of Umbria and Tuscany. This stunning region borders the Adriatic Sea on the East and the Sibillini Mountains on the West. This beautiful part of Italy comprises of diverse sprawl of medieval hilltop villages, jagged mountain peaks, deep river gorges
The beautiful region of Tuscany is known throughout the world as being a hub of recognisable Renaissance-era architecture and art. Tuscany is also well known for its diverse landscapes that combine snow-capped mountains with sunny beaches, and acre upon acre of flourishing vineyards and olive groves with dense forests, dramatic gorges and gushing rivers. Tuscany
If you are in Tuscany with the wind in your hair and the sun on your arms, why not make your Tuscan experience even more memorable by embarking on a fabulous horse riding session through the stunning region of Chianti? You don’t have to be an experienced horse rider to enjoy this great day out
Microbreweries have been springing up like daisies on a lawn in recent years as Tuscan farmers try more interesting and profitable ways to make good use out of the lands resources. Roads reminiscent of the “Gladiator” scene where Russell Crowe walks through the corn fields gently wafting his hand over the ripening crops are abundant
October is a great time to visit Tuscany. The air is crisp and clear without the stifling heat of summer yet the temperatures are still pleasantly warm. Asides the enviable climate, there are several quirky festivals going on where you can wade in with your heart and soul. The first Sunday in October will see
Unlike the more popular neighbouring regions of Umbria and Tuscany, Le Marche remains much less well-known and tourist free. Comprising of both mountains and the sea, Le Marche is home to a varied cuisine that is as distinct as it is delicious. Take a look at three delicious Le Marche local dishes. Crema Fritta On
The Tuscan coastline is the longest regional coastline in Italy. With its long stretches of soft sand, undiscovered hidden coves and the mountains of Alpi Apuane providing a dramatic and diverse background, Tuscany’s coastline is also one of the most stunning in Europe. The distinct and varied Tuscan coastline is home to some very interesting
Springtime is an especially beautiful time in Tuscany. Fragrant pastel blossom hangs from the trees like pendulous Christmas baubles. Chromatic poppies cover the fields like a scarlet velvet carpet. Emerald dominates the vista as far as the eye can see. Apart from the obvious natural beauty that makes visiting Tuscany particularly enjoyable at this time
When you think of Tuscany images of rolling hillsides, plunging valleys, rushing rivers and vineyards and olive groves as far as the eye can see, fill your thoughts. This region of what only can be described as outstanding natural beauty is home to many great parks and natural reserves, which as you can imagine, really
When it comes to describing the décor and food of Italy, “Tuscan” is one of the most widely used adjectives. Trying to define Tuscan food is elusive, yet at the same time there are plenty of local distinctions within the region. Simplicity is central to Tuscan cuisine. It is a land of honest and simple
With Christmas becoming a distant memory, the cold, dark and wet weather staying firmly put for the foreseeable future and the spring feeling like its light years away, January is a time when many of start to plan our summer holiday – if nothing else, it gives us some escapism and something to look forward
Casa Cetinale is located in the wildly verdure countryside of Marmoraia in the vicinity of Siena. With huge old beams holding up the wooden floor above and a wrought iron rail adorning the stairway, the beauty of the cottage’s natural materials is certainly in-keeping with its earthy surroundings. The open fireplace is a heartening
You can forget about singers and celebrities having the WOW factor, 2014 is all about travel accommodation having the WOW ingredient and if there is one house that definitely falls into this privileged category, it’s Tuscany’s La Limonaia. With so many magnificent features and traits to mention about this fabulous infinity pool villa in Tuscany,
With its thick, rustic walls and some of the old medieval fortifications of nearby Marmoraia contained within its boundaries, villas don’t get more authentic than Casa Celsa. As you meander through the grounds of this wonderful old renovated cottage, you can’t help but wonder whose shadowy footsteps you might be treading in. Located in a tranquil
Giotto di Bondone was an Italian painter from the late Middle Ages, who is widely considered to have been the first of the many great artists that contributed to the Italian Renaissance. Being associated with such ambitious acclaim anyone or thing named after the great Italian artist certainly has a lot to live up to.
Perched on the verdurous and undulating Tuscany-Umbria border close to the village of Mercatale, there could not be a more apposite spot for Casale Seano. This vast and luxurious holiday let in Tuscany dates back to 800 AD when its life began as a medieval monastery. Casale Seano has been restored to an impeccable standard,
From the beginning of December for approximately two weeks, the Jewish festival the Hannukkah is celebrated in the ghetto area of Florence. The first time that Jewish segregation took place it was here in Florence when the world’s first ghetto was born. The very word “ghetto” has become extremely overused today, describing virtually any rundown
If you are going on holiday, or thinking about going on holiday to Tuscany this winter, no doubt you’ll be pondering your Italian break itinerary. With many great ski resorts scattered among the Tuscan mountains, beautiful crisp pistes are just waiting to be explored with the skies. Fir winter skiing in Tuscany, see resorts such
As long ago as 56 BC, the Tuscan city of Lucca was being used for important conferences, such as the time when Julius Caesar, Pompey and Crassus, reaffirmed their political alliance towards each other. Today as you walk around the perfectly preserved old city walls, you are left in no doubt whatsoever that the great
The Tuscan capital Florence – A truly unmissable Italian city. Lying in a basin of the river Arno, Florence is the most populous city in Tuscany, which is the capital of the region. The city is world famous for its history, its art and its architecture. Sometimes know as the “Athens of the Middle Ages”, Florence
Its sleek landscape with pencil-thin evergreen trees and gently undulating fields epitomises why Tuscany is a picture-postcard region of Italy. This beautiful province is home to 3.8 million inhabitants and attracts a steady trickle of tourists all year round. If you are taking a winter break then Tuscany, with its quality ski resorts, world-famous leaning
