Archive for 'Localities'

  

Thursday, December 11, 2014
Cecina beach
Cecina is a stunning seaside paradise in the province of Livorno in Tuscany. Situated about 30 kilometres south-east of Livorno town, Cecina is close to Bibbona and Casale Marittimo…other worthy towns worth visiting on your trails of Tuscany!

Stay in a beautiful villa in Larciano, only four kilometres from Cecina and enjoy exploring this scenic part of the region for a few days.

There are many wonderful tourist attractions on offer in Cecina including a fascinating archaeological park on the outskirts of the town that displays the remains of a 1st century BC Roman villa!     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Tuscan Coast

  

Thursday, December 11, 2014
View of castle sonnino
Come and see the glorious sight of the old Sonnino Castle near Livorno in Tuscany. This 19th century castle was built on a cliff overlooking the sea and is nearby to the small village of Quercianella.

It is now privately owned and only opens to the public on special occasions. Castle Sonnino even has its own private marina!

Castello Sonnino is indeed a beautiful landmark and would make for a splendid photograph if you’re touring in the area.     Read More
Posted in: Castles & Palaces, Livorno, Localities, Tourist Attractions

  

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
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

  

Wednesday, November 26, 2014
View of Siena city
Siena, a city of artistic brilliance at every turn! But there are 12 artistic sites here that you may not have heard of which are most certainly worth a visit on your next vacation to Tuscany! The ‘Tempo Zulu’ was a fantastic art project founded in 2004 where 12 well known contemporary artists were asked to leave their mark on the city in a subtle yet fascinating way.

Stay in a beautiful holiday villa in Siena where you can look for these artworks and many other attractions in the city itself.     Read More
Posted in: Curiosities, Localities, Siena