Archive for 'Books and Movies'

  

Lovers' Lighthouse, Giglio
Off the coast of Tuscany there exists an especially beautiful island called Isola del Giglio, or Giglio Island. With Etruscan roots, it has, however, a distinctly medieval appearance of a particularly romantic character. Stone structures and stone houses are dotted across the island which is otherwise rather unspoiled by man. Ninety percent of the territory of Isola del Giglio is uninhabited and flora and fauna of great beauty and interest dominate, especially in springtime, when the island becomes a riot of colour, displaying incredible beauty. Additionally, as it is an island, it obviously has particularly wonderful sea views.     Read More

  

View of Talamone
Come and see the charming beauty of Talamone near Monte Argentario in Tuscany. This fortified little fishing village is situated on the coast at the foot of the Monti dell‘Uccellina. The beaches in this area are deemed to be some of the finest in Tuscany and are so beautiful that they’ve been included and protected by the Grosseto Nature Reserve.

Choose from a superb range of villa rentals in Grosseto, many of which offer amazing views of the coastline.     Read More

  

piero affair book cover
Journey to the land of Tuscany through the words of Pat Musick in her beautiful new memoir titled “The Piero Affair”.

In this 250 page book filled with colourful photographs of her adventures, the author vividly describes her experiences of Tuscan culture, art, history, food and the slow pleasant way of life in small towns and villages here.

In the charming little village of Pergine, she writes about gathering ingredients for a tasty Tuscan antipasto:     Read More

  

film poster of 'Life is Beautiful'
If you have a love for classic Italian films then why not be inspired to tour around some locations in Tuscany where some of them were set. Stay in a stunning luxury villa in Tuscany where you can enjoy the sunshine and scenery of this region after your explorations.

The famous actor Roberto Begnini both directed and starred in the Oscar winning film ‘Life is Beautiful’ which describes the horrors of World War II in Italy.

This film was set in the Tuscan towns of Castiglion Fiorentino, Arezzo and Montevarchi which offer many attractions in their own right for tourists to enjoy.     Read More

  

Cortona town
Spend a magical vacation in Tuscany visiting the welcoming tourist town of Cortona in the Val di Chiana. This beautiful town, encased by ancient walls, overlooks the scenic Lake Trasimeno and offers lots for tourists to see and do.

Stay in a lavish villa with a swimming pool in the Cortona area and enjoy all the cultural and natural treasures of the countryside here.

Cortona was placed firmly on the map when a book written by an American woman living here became a worldwide success.     Read More