“Giugno Pisano”: the month of June in Pisa
31 May 2009
June is the best time of the year to visit Pisa, because all the major events are concentrated in this month. Luminara di San Ranieri is a must-see.
Cherries, the taste of spring!
28 May 2009
Near Pisa there is a small town called Lari. Besides being a lovely place on a hilltop overlooking the Pisan hills facing Volterra, surmounted by a medieval castle, Castello dei Vicari di Lari, and housing some nice churches, Lari is home to one of the most delicious spring products: the so-called “ciliegie di Lari”, a local type of cherry.
A day at the beach in Tuscany… maybe on a cruise?
26 May 2009
Italians go to the beach. That’s what they do. Visitors to Tuscany should take a day trip to the beach. Here are some suggestions and ideas for a day on the coast, including day-cruises to the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago.
May “Sagre” in Tuscany
10 May 2009
A “sagra” is a village festival, generally dedicated to some local product or tradition. Here is a list of some sagre that take place in Tuscany in May 2009.
May music events in Tuscany
07 May 2009
Some interesting music events in Tuscany in May 2009.
Medieval festivals in Tuscany
04 May 2009
I have spent the last few days gathering information for our guests, so that we can leave them a list of things to do while they are here. I have come across an incredible number of medieval festivals that take place in May, so if you are a fan of this type of event here […]
Surprising Pisa!
04 May 2009
Pisa is much more than the Leaning Tower. A walk in Via San Martino is a good way to find out what the city has to offer. incredible renaissance buildings, small alleys with medieval arches and architectural features, small squares with great restaurants and bars. And there are two amazing churches, the Templar church of San Sepolcro and the huge church of San Martino.
Cooking with nothing…
03 May 2009
Our fridge was essentially empty… That’s one of those situations where you need to look at the ingredients and invent something good with what you have…
Via Francigena Trail in Siena
30 Apr 2009
On the First National Day of the Via Francigena, Siena will celebrate the ancient pilgrims’ route with a rich program of events.
Tuscan Coast & Islands Walking Festival 2009
23 Apr 2009
Hikers and nature lovers should not miss the 2009 edition of the Tuscan Coast & Islands Walking Festival!
