My 35th birthday in Pisa. Playing tourist in my own city.
The day I decided that the best way to celebrate my 35th birthday was to go out and take a vacation in my home city. Read More 8 Comments
Written by gloria on February 26, 2010
At Home in Tuscany
The Botanic Garden in Pisa
The oldest university botanic garden in the world and a peaceful place to hide from the crowds of Piazza dei Miracoli. Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on March 3, 2010
Off-the-beaten-path Tuscany: Piazza San Silvestro in Pisa
Located outside the major tourist routes in the city, Piazza San Silvestro has an ancient and glorious history. It contains a beautiful church and a former convent, now housing one of the most modern and advanced laboratories for nanotechnology research. Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on January 31, 2010
Great St. Valentine’s Day activities in Tuscany
Tuscany is the perfect destination for a very special Saint Valentine’s Day. A list of romantic things for all budgets. Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on January 29, 2010
Carnival in Tuscany
Tuscany is home to one of the most-renowned carnivals in the country, Carnevale di Viareggio, a spectacular series of parades and the perfect opportunity to indulge in some of the traditional carnival sweets! Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on January 12, 2010
Epifania, epifania…
Epiphany is a religious holiday celebrated on January 6. In Italy, though, we also celebrate La Befana, an old woman, a witch-like character, who brings gifts to the good kids and coal and garlic to the naughty ones. Read More 6 Comments
Written by gloria on January 4, 2010
10 good … about Tuscany
Inspired by the many top 10 lists I’ve seen over the last few days, I’ve decided to publish mine too! Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on January 2, 2010
It’s Not Christmas Without a “Presepe”
The tradition of presepe has ancient roots. In Italy the nativity scene was for a very long time the only Christmas decoration, and it is still a wonderful tradition today. Read More 5 Comments
Written by gloria on December 17, 2009
The first holiday of the season
December 8 is a national holiday. We celebrate the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This is the real beginning of the Christmas holidays: let the celebrations begin! Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on December 8, 2009
The olive harvest in Tuscany
November is the month of the olive harvest in Tuscany. This year the new olive oil is delicious: bright green and slightly spicy. Read More No Comments
Written by gloria on November 18, 2009
