What distinguishes an Italian meal? Although Italy was not united under one law and considered a single country until 1861, its cuisine has long since been an element uniting all of Italy’s regions ...

The Santa Maria della Scala Museum complex is highly recommended for all ages and interests; the vast collection within covers a wide range of periods, functions and architectural intrigues. The ...

Lucca's Cathedral is located in a secluded location of the old city center, just outside the main tourist itinerary. If you follow the main street called Il Fillungo, or enter in through the walls at ...

While making my way from the parking lot to the reception area of Podere Casanova it was impossbile to not appreciate the daisy filled plot strategically placed among the shade trees - from here I saw ...

The tower castle of Porciano, located in the hills of Casentino (the very same ones that give birth to the Arno river flowing through Florence) is one of those places that just fascinates me. This ...

The Museo Civico, the city museum of Siena is situated at the heart of the city, in the first floor of the city hall known as Palazzo Pubblico in the main square of Piazza del Campo. Palazzo Pubblico ...

A time line would start with the arrival of the Greeks in the Livorno port, where they traded all kinds of “exotic” flavors including that of a very particular white grape - and the base of the ...

Florence has a lot of accommodation choices for its many visitors each day, and among these are the inviting, comfortable bed and breakfast in Florence palazzi (palaces). Many maintain their small, ...

Staying in Volterra and the area nearby would make it a perfect base to explore in every direction: the coast, Chianti and Siena and more. Check out rentals by owners reviewed by our team and book ...

One of the best known in Italy, the Carnival in Viareggio has its origins at the end of the 19th century. The parades draw thousands of visitors of all ages, who come to see both the spectacular ...

The Etruscan Coast offers beautiful beaches and crystalline waters, but also a wonderful hinterland you really can’t miss. Between the coastal cities of Cecina and San Vincenzo, less than 10 km from ...

The perfect way to enjoy the best of Tuscany is to go straight to the source: a Tuscan wine estate that offers great views, a gorgeous villa offering luxurious accommodation and spectacular wine! I ...