Every year in February the spirit of Carnival livens up Italy. It brings multicoloured costumes, eye-popping spectacle and a bit of fun and folly. In Tuscany we get a good share of this, as many towns organise floats and all sorts of parties with people dressing up in fancy costumes. Here we show you the… Read more »
Read MoreCycle Tuscany like a pro with Lucca Cycling Club
As cycling spots go, Tuscany is more blessed than most. It’s a place that’s geared up for everything you could possible want from a holiday on two wheels. Rolling hills? Check. Jaw-dropping views? Check. Winding roads that snake their way up to idyllic hilltop towns where you can relax with a glass of exceptional wine…. Read more »
Read MoreWhy January is the Best Time to Visit Siena
I love January in Siena! There’s a magical atmosphere. Fewer tourists. Better prices for accommodation. And of course the sales are on, which is never a bad thing. You can enjoy the wonderful art museums and sights without the crowds, walk the twinkly streets, and tuck into all those delightful Sienese winter dishes and wine… Read more »
Read MoreFlorence Top Art Exhibits 2025
Here’s our roundup of the best art exhibits in Florence in 2025. From contemporary art at Palazzo Strozzi and Museo Novecento, Italian and international artists and Renaissance masters. LAST UPDATED: October 2025 Florence Top Art Exhibits in 2025 FLORENCE, MUSEO NOVECENTO – Haley Mellin (24th June – 29th October 2025) American artist Haley Mellin, founder… Read more »
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