We're in Tuscany, in the province of Pisa getting ready for the historical horse race called the Palio di Buti! History of the Palio in Buti This folkloric event emulates the most famous and original palio in the world, which is the Palio di Siena. The Palio di ...

In the heart of Tuscany, in a land of excellence and in an uncontaminated environment, a magical tuber is born: the precious White Truffle of San Miniato. In November, the historic center of San Miniato, with its ancient streets and historic squares, becomes the largest ...

    The lovely hilltop town of San Miniato along the Via Francigena is a Tuscan treasure. Its location, characteristic medieval borgo and cuisine make it a must-see destination during any visit to Tuscany. Located exactly halfway between Florence and Pisa along the SGC highway that connects Florence, ...

I arrive in Volterra in the dead of winter. It's truffle hunting season. Driving along the old Volterranean road is like climbing a hill through a fairy tale wood. When rounding one of the last bends, the old medieval town comes into view at the ...

One of the first motorbike trips I went on with my boyfriend was a tour of Lucca, Pisa and Arenzano. In this article, I’ll tell you about the day we spent in Lucca. It’s one of the most loved cities in Tuscany. It’s also known ...

At the risk of sounding redundant, there is yet another magnificent Tuscan hilltop town to add to your bucket list- Volterra. At 531 meters above sea level, it sits majestically perched upon the hills in the province of Pisa.  Just 70 kilometers south east of Pisa, ...

June in Tuscany is a magical time both for the pleasant weather and for the numerous events. For more than three centuries the residents of Pisa have honored their Patron Saint, San Ranieri, with the traditional festival of the Luminara. After sunset on June 16th, all ...