There are few regions in Italy that offer the grandiose spectacle of fields of sunflowers in bloom. Tuscany is so famous for them that the flower has become a symbol of the region for many. Interestingly, the sunflower isn’t native to Italy, the first seeds were introduced in the 16th […]
How to Get There There are two ways to get to Bagno Vignoni from Florence, the A1 highway and the slightly more scenic Siena-Firenze high-speed road. It takes around two hours to reach Bagno Vignoni from Florence. On the Firenza-Siena road, exit at Siena Sud and take the SR2 towards […]
The Val d’Orcia and Monte Amiata area of Tuscany is full of beautiful towns like Pienza, Montalcino, Montepulciano (to name but a few), wine but also natural hot springs. The small town of Bagni San Filippo has an amazing hot spring that combines its sulphuric waters to river water. Depending […]
Florence, like any other Italian city, is full of churches. The oldest and most famous ones are often surrounded by lines of tourists waiting to have a peek at the art displayed and their inner architectural beauty. It is easy sometimes to forget that these incredible buildings were built as […]
As you are enjoying your amazing Tuscan holiday, a niggling voice in the back of your mind might be reminding you not to forget to buy some souvenirs for the family or friends you left behind. Forget about Leaning Tower of Pisa sculptures or Michelangelo’s David aprons or fridge magnets. […]
There are many advantages to visiting Tuscany in Winter. Even though the days are short and the weather can get a little chilly, not having to constantly battle crowds of tourists has its perks. Parking spaces, accommodations, and food also no longer suffer from the same inflated prices of the […]
Many travellers on a Tuscan adventure don’t get to spend a lot of time interacting with locals. Tuscans are extremely proud of their region and love sharing their passion for it with others. If you are curious to get to know these smart and fun loving people, here is an […]
All the art and culture of Florence can at times be exhausting. If you are in need of a change of pace but don’t have time to head out to the Tuscan countryside or seaside, there is an alternate solution: seek refuge in one of Florence’s many gardens. The capital […]
The beautiful city of Siena, in the centre of Tuscany, hosts the famous Palio twice a year. This exciting historical horse race, where the different contrade (city wards) face off to find out which one will be crowned the winner for the rest of the year, takes place on July […]
Tuscany isn’t all about about art and architecture. In order to get a complete Tuscan experience, don’t overlook its stunning countryside. A great way to experience the slow pace and natural beauty of Tuscany is to take a few days off the beaten track and stay on a farm. Most […]
