Are you trying to decide if you should rent a car in Pisa? Pisa, home to the famous Leaning Tower (Torre Pendente in Italian) is also a hub for air travel and rental cars in Italy. Although I live here and have my own car, I’ve rented cars in Italy since 2003, for my own […]
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Montalcino, Italy – Your complete guide to a memorable visit in the homeland of Brunello wine. Montalcino is the type of town you imagine when you think of a Tuscan hilltop town. You can see its fortress as you wind your way up the hill to reach the town, passing through Brunello vineyards along the
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Things to Do in Tuscany – Art & Culture, Food & Wine, Shopping, Nature, Active, History & Monuments, and Museums We all dream of passing time ‘Under the Tuscan Sun,’ seeing Michelangelo’s David statue in Florence, and zipping through the vineyards in a vintage FIAT 500. Tuscany, famous around the world for its wines, food,
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If you’ve seen a brochure or website for Lake Garda, chances are you’ve seen a photo of Sirmione, a picturesque town with a castle jutting out of the lake waters. Not only is Sirmione known for its castle (Scaliger Castle, or Castello Scaligero), it’s also home to: All of these make Sirmione worth a visit.
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Updated on January 8, 2025 Twinkling lights, fresh cool air, snow in the mountains, seasonal foods, fewer tourists – Italy in December can make for a surprisingly pleasant visit. In fact, I’ll let you in on a little secret – December in Italy is magical! I live in Italy with my family and based on
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Updated January 14, 2025 True, November isn’t typically the month you think of when planning a trip to Italy. The warm summer days are long gone, the grape harvest has passed, and the weather throughout the country has started to turn a little… blah. But, don’t let that turn you off of a visit in
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Along with May and September, the month of October is one of the best months to visit Italy. After the summer heat (that extends into September), the entire peninsula gets a dose of mild weather and occasional rain showers. Towns and villages put on autumn festivals (sagre), casual gatherings full of delicious food and drink.
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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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Updated February 2, 2025 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
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Updated February 2, 2025 Italy in May is gorgeous. It’s a beautiful time to visit almost anywhere in Italy. In some places, it’s the best time to visit. The rain and cooler weather of spring give way to more sunshine and warmer temperatures throughout the country. Nature is on display – wildflowers are blooming, hillsides
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