
What’s on in Tuscany this Summer?
The arrival of the warmer weather calls Tuscans outside as they make the most of the region’s natural surroundings, enjoying activities such as folkloric festivals by day and concerts beneath the stars by night. So take a lead from the locals...
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Grosseto & Maremma
Grosseto, the capital of the Province of Grosseto, is renowned for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local culture. Grosseto offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern amenities. This enchanting city, surrounded by the...
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Lecchi in Chianti
South of Radda, Lecchi in Chianti lies at the foot of a hill surmounted by the tumbledown castle of Monteluco. The quaint hamlet is lined along the main road which rises upto Ama. With its distinctive stone houses and dignified church, this backwater...
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Useful Italian Phrases
Italians are very proud of their country and welcome tourists willingly to try their wonderful food and wine, to experience their culture and to speak a bit of their language… They just love it. The fathers of modern Italian were Dante,...
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Lucca
Lucca is a classic Tuscan city on a human scale, with just enough cultural attractions to beguile but not bewilder. Often bypassed by fans intent on ticking off the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Lucca is Tuscany’s self-deprecating star. It is a mellow...
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Why Tuscan craft beers are in a league of their own
Imagine you run a new brewery in the UK or US. Your first sale is probably going to be on tap in a pub. You’ve taken that tap from another beer, and when your first pint is sold, it’ll be at the expense of other beers on the bar.
Now...
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What’s on in Tuscany this Autumn?
Late summer and autumn is the time to indulge in Tuscany’s fantastic home-grown food and drink, with plenty of festivals, or sagre, to experience.
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Power Adapters
Ensure your devices stay charged during your Tuscan getaway with the right power adapters!
We want to make sure your experience is seamless. As you plan your trip, consider devices which need regular electric charging from phones and...
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Castelnuovo di Garfagnana
Castelnuovo di Garfagnana is a bustling town with road and rail links to Lucca, Pisa, Florence and the Versilia coast by Viareggio. The national parks of the Apuan Alps and Appenines are an easy drive away and open up a whole host of walks, nature...
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Pistoia
Pretty Pistoia is often dubbed `Florence in miniature’ for its vivid cultural life, quiet confidence and its concentration of art and architecture. It is this living culture that sets Pistoia apart from other cities of a similar size. Even so,...
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Thermal Springs
Tuscany, renowned for its art, architecture, and culinary delights, also boasts a hidden gem: thermal springs. Nestled predominantly around Monte Amiata, a dormant volcano in the province of Siena faces the rolling hills of the Val d'Orcia to the...
Read moreFancy a round of golf? Tuscany has some of the best courses in Italy
We asked To Tuscany’s golf expert, Grant Leggate, General Manager of Chestfield Golf Club and former Assistant Secretary at Royal St George’s Golf Club, to pick his favourite golf courses in the region.
Royal Golf La Bagnaia
Just...
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Six glorious Tuscan gardens
Tuscany is home to some of the most beautiful Renaissance gardens in Italy, designed for some of the most influential residents of the region. It is the perfect way to discover the rich history of Tuscany, exploring a wide variety centuries old art...
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