Just 25 km east of Lucca lies the quaint hilltop village of Montecarlo. You may not have heard of it until now, but it became quite well-known in the year 1333. Its rich history, famous wine, and beautiful surrounding landscape make it a must-visit if you ...

When you think of Tuscany, the first thing that probably comes to mind are the rolling, green hills dotted with olive trees and vineyards that produce some of the finest wines the world has ever known. You probably haven't considered its coastline much. The truth ...

Monteriggioni is a little town with a rich history located in the province of Siena. The primary attraction is its castle surrounded by towers. The castle was built between 1214 and 1219 by the Sienese and is situated in a prominent position on the Via ...

The small town of Chianni in the hills of Pisa has your summer of 2021 covered! Outdoor events ranging from live music to tasting and even free guided tours are on the calendar during the months of July and August. Ongoing Events During the Months of ...

When you think of Tuscany, you think of rolling green hills, cypress-lined dirt roads, art cities like Florence and Pisa, Chianti wine, and stunning coastlines, and you are absolutely correct. But did you know that Tuscany also boasts another type of natural beauty to be ...

During the lockdown, especially the initial one last year, perhaps the most shocking part of it was the lack of human touch. We Italians, being a rather warm and affectionate people, felt this deeply. But sometimes the most beautiful things arise from the darkest moments ...

The Tuscan archipelago is made up of 7 islands in the Tyrrhenian Sea with the largest being Elba. Further south, along the stretch of coast known as the Argentario, lie the islands of Giglio and tiny Giannutri. This is a paradise for underwater adventurers and ...

There is no doubt in anyone's mind that the Italian peninsula is synonymous with beauty. One could argue that everything in the bel paese is truly bellissimo. From its countless masterpieces housed in museums, churches and even city halls throughout the country; its cuisine and wine that ...

The medieval village of Palazzuolo sul Senio is located in the mountains outside of Florence known as the Upper Mugello region. This area is often referred to as the "Romagna Toscana" because geographically, historically, and culturally, it is very close to the Emilia-Romagna region, but ...

The symbol of Florence- the iris, il giglio, la fleur de lis- is blooming now at the Iris Garden (Giardino dell'Iris) in the heart of the Tuscan city. Witnessing the blooms is truly a wonder of Mother Nature. Under normal circumstances*, the gardens would be open between late April and ...