If you’ve seen photos of Tuscany that look almost too perfect to be real, the kind with winding roads, cypress trees and golden fields stretching into the distance – there’s a good chance you’ve already come across Val d’Orcia. This…
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9 Beautiful Agriturismo in Tuscany – The Best Country Hotels
Tuscany is a region in central Italy known for its rolling hills, picturesque landscapes, and historic towns. Famous for its wine production, particularly Chianti, and delicious local cuisine, Tuscany offers visitors a taste of authentic Italian culture. One of the…
How to plan 7 day Tuscany road trip – my perfect itinerary
A 7 day Tuscany road trip is one of the best ways to experience this beautiful region of Italy. From rolling hills and medieval towns to scenic drives through vineyards and olive groves, Tuscany offers some of the most picturesque…
How to visit Cascate del Mulino – Saturnia hot springs in Italy
Do you feel like you need a break? Do you want to pamper yourself, relax and forget about everyday problems?How about going to a Spa?Even better, going to an outdoor Spa!Even betterER, going to a free spa in the Tuscan…
Hidden gems in Rome – how to escape the crowds
When in Rome…don’t do as 10 million other tourists do. Don’t limit your Rome experience to only visiting the classic tourist attractions.Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Roman Forum, Pantheon…yes, they are amazing and definitely deserve all the fuss, but there is much…
Renting a car in Italy – how to act when your car is stolen
Ok, so our car wasn’t actually stolen. Or even broken into. What happened to us is officially called: attempted car theft. At least that’s what’s stated on our police report, because yes, we had to visit a police station. But…
8 most iconic photo locations in the Tuscan countryside
If you’re looking for the most beautiful photo locations in the Tuscan countryside, you’re in the right place. Rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, stone farmhouses and tiny hilltop towns make Tuscany one of the most photogenic regions in Italy. After spending…
Driving in Tuscany – useful tips for stress-free driving in Italy
Tuscany is perfect for a road trip. Otherwise I don’t know how you’re going to see it all. There are many areas in Tuscany where a car seems to be your only option.But whether you’re a road trip freak or…
My perfect Puglia road trip – how to make the most of 3 days
A word to the wise, the pace of this road trip is quite fast. So you either have to be a little bit…let’s call it passionate about exploring, a blogger or an Instagrammer, or 3 days is all that you…
Florence from above – the best viewpoints in Florence, Italy
Florence – the city of Michelangelo and his David, Donatello and his…also David, Bartolomeo Ammannati and his Neptune and…Ezio Auditore da Firenze with all the Borgia family members he… Assassinated Creed. Birthplace of the Renaissance movement, bursting with stunning architecture…
How to make the most of two days in Cinque Terre, Italy
From five, quiet, Italian fishing villages to one of the most famous coastal landscapes in the world. Over the past 15 years, Cinque Terre has become one of the top ten tourist attractions in Italy, with over 2.4 million visitors…
5 fascinating towns – the ultimate guide to Cinque Terre
Maybe you happened to see pictures of the gorgeous costal scenery featuring multi-coloured houses perched on the cliffs. Or maybe you heard your friends talking about a magical wonderland in Italy, but the only thing you remembered was: “hmmm, it…
