Maremma, my home: Guest post by Elisa
Home isn’t always where you set out to be, but Elisa knows it’s where you see yourself every time you close your eyes. In her case, it’s the Tuscan Maremma!
Home isn’t always where you set out to be, but Elisa knows it’s where you see yourself every time you close your eyes. In her case, it’s the Tuscan Maremma!
That is how my grandfather used to wish us Happy New Year. It means “have a good end of the year and an even better beginning of the new year”. We hope 2012 brings our way many new interesting people and, hopefully, some old friends too!
October is the month when the fall starts to set in. The weather is usually still very pleasant, but some rain should be expected. However, normally, October is a great month to visit Tuscany. Don’t expect the spectacular north American foliage though! Unfortunately, we don’t get the spectacular shades of red… but we get porcini mushrooms and chestnuts!
September is usually one of the most pleasant months of the year to be in Tuscany. It is a popula month for village festivals and weddings and it is the season of the grape harvest.
It’s Italy Week on the Flip Key Blog and, as a guest blogger, I am in great company!
A few photos taken in the countryside of Tuscany after the rain and in the early morning.
Spending some time in the countryside of Tuscany… in other words, our vacation at home!
…which make all the difference in the relationship with your host when you travel.
Most travelers to Tuscany don’t venture outside the major landmarks.This region, though, has much to offer beyond the popular spots. If you are ready to venture off the beaten path and see more than what you find on guidebooks, you will go home with a completely different image of this amazing region.
My first post in the new series Italy Blogging Roundtable and my answer to the question “Why do you write about Italy?”
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.
It's about feeling at home in Tuscany.
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