150 years of celebrating one of Italy's most prized Carnivals is certainly quite a milestone! The city of Viareggio in Tuscany's very first edition was held in 1873, exactly 150 years ago, and since then it has become one of the biggest festivals in the world. This year's ...

How does a journey begin? Often a trip takes weeks of planning until finally, the day arrives. The departure! Excitement coupled with the fear of forgetting something important. The suitcases are closed and then reopen again and again for last-minute items. Preparing for a trip brings ...

An imaginative world will soon open up before your eyes at Lucca Comics & Games 2022. Comics, gaming, video games, fantasy, manga, anime, animated cinema, TV series, and cosplay all await you at the largest event of its kind in Europe and the second largest ...

“Wolf! Wolf !! " Until the last century, this cry could only mean one thing: danger. Not to mention how they were depicted in books: the wolfman, and werewolves. There's no denying it; wolves simply have never had a good name. Let's reexamine these amazing ...

In the Apuan Alps of Tuscany, you'll find one of the most complete caves in all of Europe: the Grotta del Vento (or the "wind cave"). For many, this is a summertime destination, but it doesn't have to be! The cave is open every day ...

Lucca has recently moved up the ranks on the Tuscan tourist trail as more and more people hear about its intact walls, its curious tree-topped tower and its epicurean specialties from tordelli lucchesi to buccellato. But the city—and the rolling hills surrounding it—is gaining fame for another reason, ...

Have you ever been to a place where so much sadness and tragedy occurred that you almost feel like you shouldn't take any pictures? And if you do take any, then you should definitely refrain from smiling out of respect for those who came before ...

The Viareggio Carnival celebration is back for the much-awaited 2022 edition! The parade of floats will take place on February 20, 24, 27 and again on March 1, 5, and 12th. Every year, the allegorical and satirical floats are divided into various categories. Themes usually reflect ...

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 ...

In Tuscany alone there are officially 26 of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy" and the lovely Barga is one of them. This quaint, picturesque village is just 45 minutes north of Lucca in what is known as the Valle del Serchio (after the river Serchio) ...