The first Grand Duke of Tuscany is Francis Stephen of Lorraine, named also Francis II, and takes over power after Gian Gastone dei Medici's death in 1737. Married to Maria Theresa of Hapsburg, he ...

Staying in Volterra and the area nearby would make it a perfect base to explore in every direction: the coast, Chianti and Siena and more. Check out rentals by owners reviewed by our team and book ...

Uno dei migliori aspetti in assoluto del viaggiare in Toscana è quello culinario: i deliziosi sapori della regione con le varie sfumature locali, le genuine ricette della tradizione costituiscono ...

The bus station in Florence is right in from of the SMN train station, but may be a bit hard to find at first as it is down a short side street and hidden within the block. The easiest way to find it ...

So you've stepped into the cathedral and need a few moments to accustom yourself to the richness of the interiors. From the amazing, works of art made in the pavements to the black and white marble ...

Sometimes it is hard to distinguish one holiday rental from another but the self catering apartments at Romitorio di Serelle are absolutely unforgettable. The typical Tuscan white road that winds ...

The historical center of Siena has been declared a part of the UNESCO World’s Heritage, so there is no reason to be surprised if when you find yourself wandering around its enchanting streets, to find ...

One of the best known in Italy, the Carnival in Viareggio has its origins at the end of the 19th century. The parades draw thousands of visitors of all ages, who come to see both the spectacular ...

High up in the mountains, the air is clean and fresh and far away from all the traffic, smog and city confusion. The magnificent villages in this area astonish me with their sweet, passing wind and ...

The Nativity is a tradition that celebrates the very origins of the Christian holidays, the physical representation of the birth of the "bambino Gesù" or baby Jesus on December 25th. The Italian word ...

Learn how to make tasty Tuscan dishes directly at your holiday rental... and then enjoy eating it all! Cooking classes in Florence and Tuscany are a really popular activity to do during a holiday in ...

These three sites are located just around the Cathedral, and a visit to all of them will last between one and two hours depending on your interest. Opening hours: From November to March the sites are ...