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If you’re holidaying along the Tuscany coast, it would be a worthwhile venture to visit the beautiful stone built town of Casale Marittimo a few kilometres inland. Visitors have plenty of picturesque villas available to them and other rental accommodation in Casale Marittimo that offer stunning views of the colourful Tuscan hills and the coastline.

Casale Marittimo, built on the hill of Poggio al Bruno was awarded an Orange Flag Award, which is the ‘seal of tourism and environmental quality’ so visitors can be assured that a day trip here will be one of great enjoyment and interest.

One of the biggest tourist attractions in Casale Marittimo are the Etruscan tombs dating from the sixth and seventh centuries. It’s most famous tomb was discovered by accident in 1896 dating from the fifth century. It was one of a very wealthy Etruscan man who’s tomb was very decorative and even had a ‘thorlos’, a type of forged dome.

When holidaying in Tuscany, an excellent way to see the best of this region is to spend a few days touring around its towns and villages that were awarded the prestigious Orange Flag award for their excellence in promoting local tourist attractions. They are proud to promote their history, culture, food and of course, their warm welcome to visitors. As they are scattered all across Tuscany, you could base your stay in a villa, farmhouse or apartment anywhere in the Tuscan region and you are sure to be close to several of these enchanting spots!

Orange Flag award winning communities earned their award for being havens of historic, artistic, architectural and environmental treasures.

Time seems to have passed by these towns as most have remained true to their Etruscan, Roman and medieval roots and little has changed within their walls and way of life. Tourists are drawn to these cultural gems as they refuse to become slaves to modern living, preferring to nurture the land around them and become almost self sufficient.

Bibbona is a Tuscan town, located not far from the coast in Livorno. It has an exceptionally pretty and picturesque historical centre and old town that is centred around the parish church of Sant'Ilario and a preserved medieval appearance. Built on a unique plan, it is formed by a set of concentric circles that are connected by narrow streets and steps.

The result is charming and evokes the long and rich history of the area. The surrounding area of the town is rich in natural delights, such as nature reserves and stretches of agricultural land that produces delicious wine and olive oil, and is peppered with equally captivating little hamlets such as the seaside resort of Marina di Bibbona.

Bibbona is a stunning town in the Livorno province of Tuscany tucked into the picturesque Val di Cecina. This popular seaside resort has four kilometres of white sandy beaches overlooking the pristine Tuscan coast.

Book into a beautiful villa in Mannaione, only a few kilometres from Bibbona where you can enjoy the many sights and attractions in this coastal part of Tuscany.

Tourists with a passion for nature would thoroughly enjoy a few days in Bibbona as right beside the town is a scenic network of forests and hilly walkways to explore. The stone paved historic town centre of Bibbona is beautifully preserved.

Montescudaio is a medieval town located in the Pisa province of Tuscany, Italy. The town has been in existence since the 11th century and is famous for its excellent red and white wines. The area is known as Val di Cecina, which means “shield maker” in Latin. During Roman rule, a large military presence was located on top of the hill where the village now sits.

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.