Agritourism is gaining in popularity as a way to learn more about the country you are visiting in a very personal way. Agritourism is a vacation taken on a farm, a vineyard or other rural venue. Typically vacationers will book a room, cottage, or villa on a farm or rural property. In many cases, vacationers […]
Insider’s Guide to Florence Italy
Florence is the heart of Tuscany, but it is also the heart of the Italian Renaissance and one of the artistic capitals of the world. Come to Florence for the sheer beauty of the city and to see the works of the masters – Botticelli, Michelangelo, Donatello and more. Florence Attractions The Duomo (Cathedral of […]
Venice Travel Guide: Hotels, Restaurants and More
Venice is a city that is home to attractions both unique and beautiful. The wonderful quiet is at first disconcerting; there are no cars; just the lovely canals and narrow passageways. It is the most romantic city in the world; a city where lovers can stroll by moonlight or relax in a gondola as they […]
Our Recommended Tuscany Restaurants
There is no lack of restaurants in Tuscany and the cuisine is known for its use of fresh ingredients and fragrant olive oil. The following are our tried and true recommendations for good eating in Tuscany. Siena La Taverna di San Giuseppe The Taverna of San Giuseppe is an authentic Tuscany restaurant whose location dates […]
Scoping Out Florence Markets
Any Florence travel plan should include trips to the myriad of local markets; there is one for every taste and pocketbook. Arrive early to have first and best choice at one of your favorite Florence markets! Florence is alive with markets, day in and day-out you will find several Florence markets ready for you to […]
Markets in Tuscany, Italy
One of the joys of traveling to Tuscany is the change to visit the markets held in multiple cities and little towns. There is a market held every day of the week somewhere, and many of the people travel from town to town displaying their wares or selling their home-grown vegetables and fruits. Tuscany Markets […]
Captivating Castles in Spain
Spain is home to more than 2,000 castles, exhibiting the varied cultural influences from throughout the country’s history. Though the castles are scattered throughout the country, the largest concentration is in Castile. A number of these castles were built in the 10th and 11th centuries when Moors and Christians were at war and towns were […]
Sightseeing in Spain Delights Your Senses
The third largest country in Europe; Spain includes two island groups, the Canaries and the Balearics and reaches down to the tip of North Africa. Spain has a predominantly warm Mediterranean climate, with dry summers and winters with balanced temperatures. Here you can enjoy more than 3,000 hours of sunshine per year. It’s no wonder […]