First off, you may be going back and forth on whether you should attempt a Florence to Venice day trip. It is quite a trek from the Renaissance City to La Serenissima. Is it worth traveling from Florence to Venice and back in one day? YES, if that’s all the time your itinerary allows and …
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Scicli, Sicily – say that 10 times fast! Scicli, pronounced SHEE-klee, is one of the Val di Noto baroque towns, but it’s less visited than Ragusa, Noto, or Modica. The town has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002, and it gained recognition as a set for the popular 90’s television series, …
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Castelrotto (aka Kastelruth), loved by Italians and visitors, is one of the Borghi più belli d’Italia (one of Italy’s most beautiful small towns). The village is set in a gorgeous spot with a view of the Sciliar range, and the tiny center is made up of cobblestone lanes, piazzas with cafes, and some gorgeous frescoed …
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Are you planning a Dolomites road trip? Or maybe you’re basing yourself in a couple of mountain villages and want to move around the UNESCO World Heritage Site by car. Get ready for some dramatic mountain scenery, epic roads, and spectacular destinations. With your own car, you may want to visit: Villages like Ortisei, Castelrotto, …
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Are you trying to decide if you should add the Boboli Gardens to your Florence itinerary? Maybe you’re unsure if it’s worth paying to visit Boboli Gardens. After all, public gardens are free in so many other European cities (and there are free gardens in Florence). Our family is based here in Tuscany and we …
Are you trying to decide if you should visit the Petriolo hot springs (aka Bagni di Petriolo) while you’re driving around Tuscany? Maybe you’ve just visited Saturnia’s hot springs and want to more hot, sulphurous water in your life. Petriolo has one of Tuscany’s warmest hot springs (water flows at 40-43° C, compared to Saturnia’s …
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Venice’s mainland is fascinating enough but its islands, each with its own distinct character, open up a whole new world for visitors. Venice’s islands are well worth a visit, depending on your interests, and are within easy reach. An essential part of a trip to Venice is being on the water – and not just …
You’ve likely seen or heard about Tuscany’s most famous hot springs – the Saturnia hot springs (aka the Cascate del Mulino, Cascate del Gorello). They’ve been on plenty of ‘hot’ lists in travel magazines and you’ve probably seen them on your social media feeds. They are gorgeous and photogenic – but are they worth a …
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September is a popular month to explore Italy for many people – Italians, Europeans, and travelers from far-flung destinations like the US, Canada, and Australia. Along with May, it’s known as one of the best months to travel in Italy. The weather is gorgeous, it’s harvest time, and Italians around the country are celebrating at …
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You’ve probably been warned not to visit Italy in August. It’s hot, the beaches and mountains are crowded, and prices are through the roof*. That’s all true. But, you may need to visit Italy in August. Maybe it’s the only time you have off of work. Or, it’s summer break for your children and this …
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