Tuscany Travel Guide

The Village of Camaiore is located in a valley surrounded by hills and the northern Appennins mountains. Camaiore has Roman origins as one of the largest encampments near to the city of Lucca and an important station along the Via Cassia. The origins...

1. Just like wine, olive oils are awarded different labels and grades depending on their taste, production methods, origin and chemistry. 2. Olive oils are classified by taste through a blind test, which is carried out by a panel of professional...

A holiday in Tuscany doesn’t have to be all about lounging by the pool. Pull on your walking shoes, grab a map, sun hat, and plenty of water and try out some of these rewarding walking routes. Via Francigena This was once the path taken...

Serves: 5 people Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 250g Flour 40g Caster sugar 20g Butter 10ml Extra virgin olive oil Icing sugar with vanilla flavouring as necessary 2 whole eggs 1 pinch of salt Frying oil as necessary Method: 1....

Late summer and autumn is the time to indulge in Tuscany’s fantastic home-grown food and drink, with plenty of festivals, or sagre, to experience.

Pisa is a city renowned for its iconic landmarks, rich history, and vibrant culture. Once a thriving Roman port, sitting on the coast until the 15th century, Pisa now lies on the alluvial plain of the Arno River, about 10km from the Liguria Sea. The...

To outsiders, it’s the prestigious Brunello de Montalcino wine that defines this tiny Tuscan outpost. From a distance Montalcino looks like a medieval Sienese painting, so little has changed since its heyday. The town is bathed in a russet...

There are some truly spectacular towns and villages in Tuscany. From medieval hilltop villages, to larger towns with beautiful old town centres. Or if you prefer something a little more upbeat, there are several big cities packed with culture and...

The Chianti Sculpture Park is located in Pievasciata, about 10km north of Siena and is the perfect place to sniff out some art in Tuscany while still enjoying its glorious sunshine. It’s a permanent exhibition of 26 contemporary installations...

Choosing to rent a private pool villa in Tuscany is the perfect way to spend your holidays in Tuscany. With warm sunny days and far-reaching countryside views, a private swimming pool offers freedom, privacy and a slower pace to life that many of our...

Imagine waking to sweeping views of rolling vineyards, where the first thing you see is sunlit rows of vines stretching to the horizon. Staying in a villa on a working vineyard offers more than just a holiday; it’s an immersion into...

This smoked haddock recipe is the perfect sophisticated yet simple meal. This dish features tender, flaky smoked haddock paired with a rich dulse sauce, making it ideal for a comforting dinner. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, our smoked...

What could be more romantic than to propose while on holiday in Tuscany? There are so many beautiful places in which to ask your beloved for their hand in marriage and we know some of the most magical. On the Ponte Vecchio If you are happy to...