67 years ago, 953 people died under Allies’ bombs. To the people who think some areas of the city are shabby because there is a ruin of a building or an ugly building has replaced an older palace, well, I would like to say that those are the scars of the price Pisa paid for our freedom. They are your history too. Treat them with respect. Read More 4 Comments
Written by gloria on August 31, 2010
Pauline is often “slow-traveling” the world so, to her, “home is where you hang your hat”. Here is what would make her feel at home in your vacation rental. Read More 8 Comments
Written by gloria on August 25, 2010
A visit to three wineries to discover some excellent Montecucco DOC wines and some great local wineries. Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on August 23, 2010
If you grow up in a village in the countryside of Tuscany, you are destined to handle mirrors and olive oil with care, but stepping on poo will never be a problem. Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on August 18, 2010
Can you believe that in Tuscany there are still people making agricultural tools with hammer and anvil? Or people making a living by making poles for vineyards? Well, there are. 96 of them to be precise. Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on August 14, 2010
What does Grandmother and Italy have in common? For Julie Gilley, they both signify “home”. Read More 3 Comments
Written by gloria on August 2, 2010
If Keith of Velvet Escape ever asks me to write something about a “velvet moment”, well, this will be my story! Read More 6 Comments
Written by gloria on July 26, 2010
An itinerary for a scenic drive in the inland areas of the Maremma, perfect also for walks, bike tours and horseback rides. Read More 4 Comments
Written by gloria on July 25, 2010
Our friend Letizia, owner of the beautiful countryside home and cooking school Alla Madonna del Piatto, near Assisi, in Umbria, tells us how good family food makes home feel like home, even when she’s traveling around the world with her lovely family. Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on July 20, 2010
When you are lucky enough to meet guests who truly appreciate what you have to give, it is a great feeling. And when the accommodation you offer is much more than just a vacation rental, then it’s all about making friends. Read More 7 Comments
Written by gloria on July 17, 2010
This blog is written by a born and bred Tuscan who wishes to share her love for this region with as many people as possible. It's about living here, but also about travelling, learning, experiencing, and enjoying life in Tuscany.
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10 reasons why, in my opinion, a country that has so much is so bad in promoting it, with very few e Read More
It's one thing to move to a new country, and quite another to call that place home. But how do you g Read More
What do Slow Travel, the physicist F. David Peat's theory of "Gentle Action" and eco-tourism have to Read More
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