Archive for 'December'

  

Friday, December 11, 2015
Koons' work outside the Palazzo Vecchio
In our last post, we discussed a very special exhibition of Italian Renaissance tapestries which is currently taking place at the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence.

However, there is actually a second unique exhibition that is being housed in that great Florentine institution at the moment which is really rather different. In fact, one could say that it is the opposite.

While the tapestries represent the pinnacle of craft and design of the past and the work of European Old Masters, this new exhibit is characterised by an example of fine art by a great American master of the present.

Placed next to the copy of David outside the entrance to the building, is Jeff Koons' Pluto and Proserpina. Be quick to find a villa with internet in Florence so you can see this contemporary masterpiece in the unexpected surroundings of the epitome of the Italian Renaissance!     Read More
Posted in: December, Events, Florence, Localities, Museums & Galleries, Tourist Attractions

  

Thursday, December 4, 2014
lit up christmas tree tuscany
Tuscany is an incredible place to come and spend Christmas with your family! Why not choose from a wide range of luxury villas in Tuscany where you can relax and unwind after exciting days of visiting these Christmas events!

Between December 19th to 23rd in Piazza San Francesco in Prato, a delightful Christmas party called ‘Natale in Piazza’ takes place.

Buy some beautifully handcrafted Christmas gifts, bring the children to see Santa Claus and enjoy some traditional foods made at this festive time of year!     Read More
Posted in: December, Events

  

Thursday, December 4, 2014
christmas tree florence
Spend an unforgettable Christmas in Tuscany with your family and attend some of the following magical events!

Book into a cosy five bedroom vacation villa in Tuscany where you can all sit in front of the fire and soak up the pleasantly warm atmosphere of the winter holiday here!

Come to Florence where a hive of activity takes place throughout the city at Christmas. A superb German Christmas market called a ‘Weihnachtsmarkt’ takes place in Piazza Santa Croce for the first three weeks of December.     Read More
Posted in: December, Events, Florence, Localities

  

Thursday, December 4, 2014
snow at christmas market
Come to Tuscany this Christmas to experience some seasonal events! This is a perfect time for families with young children to spend a magical holiday here.

Treat yourselves a lovely stay in a four bedroom villa in Tuscany where you can relax and unwind after your days of visiting the following Christmas events.

Spend a delightful day or two in the cosy town of Marradi where the streets are filled with the sound of gospel choirs singing and sleigh bells ringing!     Read More
Posted in: December, Events, Food and Wine, Products & Specialities

  

Thursday, December 4, 2014
Christmas markets in Tuscany
Come to Tuscany to enjoy the best Christmas holiday you’ve ever had with your family! This is considered to be the most important celebration in the Italian calendar as children eagerly await the coming of Santa Claus and many adults enjoy going to the religious ceremonies that take place in their local parish. Why not treat yourselves to the very best by staying in one of many available Tuscany luxury villas during your vacation?

Visit the many cities, towns and villages across Tuscany that are decorated with twinkling lights, Christmas trees and colourful ornaments; wonderful smells fill the air as families busily prepare lots of traditional Christmas food.

All the cities and many of the region’s towns host a superb Christmas market for visitors to experience. It’s a true delight to walk around this warm and welcoming atmosphere and see the exquisite crafts and delicacies for sale.     Read More
Posted in: Activities, December, Events, Florence, Localities, Pisa, Shopping