Archive for 'Tuscan Coast'

Some people want to travel with their entire family when they go on vacation and that can include the furry members of the group, by which we mean pets! If you are a serious animal lover and want to bring your pet on vacation with you in Tuscany, then you can select “pets okay” as a filter when browsing our villas in Tuscany to find a property where they are allowed. Once you have done this and have found the perfect pet friendly vacation rental in Tuscany for you, then you might next be wondering about pet friendly activities in Tuscany. There are, of course, lots of outdoor pursuits that are perfectly suited to you and your furry friend including hiking, visiting parks, exploring forests, and more. Another great activity that both pets and humans will enjoy is a trip to the beach. However, not all beaches allow dogs. Thankfully, there are a variety of pet friendly beaches in Tuscany including the two so-called Bau Beaches that can be found in Cecina.     Read More

When people think of the beaches of Italy, their minds often go quickly to Sicily, Sardinia, to the Amalfi Coast. However, if you are in search of wonderful seaside destinations in Italy, you might consider planning a trip to Tuscany, instead. In addition to the impossible cultural heritage and artistic wealth of the region, the stunning landscapes and cityscapes, and the wonderful foodie culture, Tuscany is also home to the Tuscan Coast and endless incredible beaches to choose from. Just find a vacation rental on the Tuscan Coast and come explore the options!

Many of the region's best beaches, however, are located on the island of Elba. This little slice of paradise on earth is famously the place to which Napoleon was exiled and is, additionally, home to some stunning beaches where the waters are especially crystal clear, the surroundings especially lovely, and the natural beauty well-protected and cared for. While there are lots of little beaches on the island, one of the most popular, beautiful, and famous of Elba's beaches is, without a doubt, Fetovaia.     Read More

Italy is not a famous beer-producing country, unlike many of its neighbouring European counterparts further north. If you are planning a holiday in Tuscany, you are likely to be thinking of evenings spent sipping wine on a terrace, meals accompanied by excellent vintages and wonderful local wines, and day-trips to some of the region's incredible wineries and vineyards both small and intimate and massive and famous (read about some of our favourite Tuscan vineyards here). However, despite this long history of wine production and this reputation for being excellent producers of wine over beer, a craft brewing scene has developed in Tuscany in recent years, as it has in many far flung places the world over. If you're planning a trip to Tuscany and like wine well enough but can't quite give up your beer (and who can blame you; does anything hit the spot quite like a cold brew when you're on holidays?), then never fear! Read on to our guide to some of the must-see and must-sip craft beer spots that can be found in Tuscany.

Today, in fact, there are over 100 craft breweries in Tuscany alone! Despite the restrictions and intense specifications that are enforced in the production of craft beers in Italy, the industry has flourished in the region. The oldest example of one such establishment dates back to 2006...     Read More

Off the coast of Tuscany you will find some incredibly beautiful islands that can feel like a whole different world unto themselves, a little slice of what seems not unlike paradise on earth. Among the cluster of islands that hug Tuscany's coastline, the most famous is, undoubtedly, is Elba Island, the place to which Napoleon was infamously exiled. The second biggest island of the group, Giglio Island, is also well-known, particularly among those who have spent time in Tuscany and on the Tuscan Coast. However, the next largest island of the bunch, Capraia Island, is much less well-known, which is truly a crying shame as it, too, is a rather extraordinary beauty with lots and lots to offer the discerning tourist who finds themselves exploring the region.     Read More