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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.

Written by gloria and posted in Southern Tuscany, Things to do in Tuscany

Hot and cold…life without a/c and heated floors

23 May 2009

One of the biggest differences between Italy and other (northern) European and north American countries is the attitude towards the temperature in the house. Here is a list of suggestions on how to “adjust” to the Italian climate like the locals do!

Written by gloria and posted in Everyday life in Tuscany

Tastes of Tuscany

07 May 2009

May is a great month for food and wine lovers. With Springs come many good seasonal products celebrated in a number of festivals and exhibitions throughout Tuscany.

Written by gloria and posted in Events in Tuscany, Food and Drink in Tuscany

“Gentle Travel” is the way to go!

06 May 2009

What do Slow Travel, the physicist F. David Peat’s theory of “Gentle Action” and eco-tourism have to do with each other? Find out why “Gentle tourism” is the way to go and why it has to be slow, sustainable and local.

Written by gloria and posted in Featured Posts, Food for thought, Tourism and Travel in Tuscany

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.

Written by gloria and posted in Events in Tuscany, Things to do in Tuscany

The place you call a destination, for some people is home

30 Apr 2009

Just think about this when you travel: the place you call a destination, for some people is home…

Written by gloria and posted in Everyday life in Tuscany, Food for thought

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