Autumn is synonymous with chestnuts in Tuscany, Italy. The harvest in the chestnut woods takes place throughout the months of October and November. During this period various Chestnut Festivals enliven towns and villages in the mountainous areas of Tuscany: the most popular being the northern Mugello, Mount Amiata, and the hamlet of Caprese Michelangelo. =>… Read more »
Read MoreSummer packing list for your Italy trip
If you’re off to Italy this summer, here’s a quick list of things we think you can’t do without. Absolute essentials that experienced travellers in Italy always make sure they have. => 5 Top Summer destinations in Italy! => Discover Italy’s Most Beautiful bridges to see What should be on your packing list for a… Read more »
Read MoreTop 10 Pisa Attractions
If you think Pisa is all about the Leaning Tower, it’s time you heard the full story. Of course the awe-inspiring Square of Miracles is what Pisa is famous for, with its famously captivating Medieval architecture. But there are many more attractions in Pisa worthy of your attention too, from lovely squares to river walks… Read more »
Read MoreSavour the tastes and traditions of Tuscany
From masterpieces of Renaissance art to picture perfect natural beauty, Tuscany truly has it all. However, it is also overflowing with tasty reasons to visit. For many visitors, the food is as much a part of its appeal as are the markets and traditional festivals that light up its squares every fall. For those who… Read more »
Read MoreTop 12 Unesco sites in Italy
Italy has 55 official Unesco World Heritage sites in 2019, more than any other country in the world alongside with China. These sites dot the length and breadth of the country. From Sicily to the Alps, Tuscany to Campania. Here we present our top 12 favourites to add to your itinerary. Unmissable stops for anyone… Read more »
Read MoreCrash Course of the Uffizi. A tour with Context Travel
Would you like to delve into the wonders of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence? I’ve recently done just that, thanks to Context Travel. They invited me to join their Uffizi Gallery Tour Crash Course, a 3-hour long tour led by an expert in art history, and I can’t recommend it enough. Here’s a little taste… Read more »
Read MoreThe Uffizi opens 14 new Rooms
“It’s like a new museum has been opened inside the Uffizi”, says the director of the Uffizi Eike Schmidt. 104 paintings, 14 rooms, 1.100 square meters. These are the numbers of the latest renovation works at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. The new rooms were inaugurated on 29th May 2019. Displayed inside these beautifully renovated… Read more »
Read More3 Medieval Festivals of the Summer in Tuscany
Want to go back to the Middle Ages? In Tuscany you can. If you visit the region in the Summer you’ll find many festivals to choose from, where the present gets forgotten and people crave ancient stories and magic. All the colour and feeling of Medieval times is brought back in special events that bring… Read more »
Read MoreLeonardo da Vinci events in Italy 2019
The 2nd May 2019 marks the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci, and all around Italy they’re celebrating this genius with a variety of exhibitions, conferences and events. Here’s a list of the most important ones, from his hometown Vinci, to Florence and Milan where the artist lived and worked for many… Read more »
Read More7 Unmissable Things to do in Siena in 2019
Here’s our pick of the top things to do in Siena in 2019. From a guided tour of the Cathedral, to exploring the world of the Medieval horse race Il Palio, try the authentic Pici pasta and taste wine in a Castle. If you’re planning a visit to Siena this year, make sure these things are… Read more »
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