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Travelling to Tuscany

Driving in Tuscany

Driving in Tuscany offers an unparalleled way to explore the region's picturesque landscapes and charming towns at your own pace. Whether taking your own vehicle or hiring a car, driving provides the best access to everything Tuscany has to offer...
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Insurance

While To Tuscany fulfils its responsibilities to guests under applicable law, guests are responsible for ensuring they have suitable travel insurance for their needs. To Tuscany cannot be held liable for any loss, damage, or expense that may arise if...
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Car Hire

To make the most of Tuscany we highly recommend having a car. It will allow you to explore the beautiful little hilltop towns, accessible only via tiny roads with breathtaking views, and offers you the freedom to explore the region's scenic...
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Dietary advice in Italy

Gluten Free advice in Tuscany The good news is that Italy is a fantastic place for a celiac to travel to as the Italians are very aware of the disease and what food can and cannot be eaten. The key phrases to know are "io sono...
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Useful Italian Phrases

Italians are very proud of their country and welcome tourists willingly to try their wonderful food and wine, to experience their culture and to speak a bit of their language… They just love it. The fathers of modern Italian were Dante,...
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Local Customs Tuscany

While travelling in Italy you’ll be able to tell that habits, landscape, cooking and even language change considerably from north to south. Italy is a very young nation compared to other European countries and it’s been divided in several...
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Public transport Tuscany

Using the trains to travel around Italy is an excellent way of taking a day trip to visit the many historical towns and cities. The rail network in Italy is quite extensive and travelling between cities and towns by rail is an ideal way to travel....
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Taking your Dog on holiday

Is a holiday without your beloved four-legged friend out of the question? With To Tuscany, holidaying with your dog becomes a breeze. We offer an extensive selection of dog-friendly holiday homes and apartments throughout Tuscany. Tuscany is the...
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Keep Your Villa Secure

We advise that you keep your villa as secure as you would your own home. Vigilance doesn’t have to get in the way of a great time, so we’ve compiled some easy ideas for keeping your villa safe. Precautions ● Ensure all windows,...
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Your health and safety

Your health and your safety are our paramount concerns. Together with the To Tuscany villa owners, we have put together some tips to help you stay safe and healthy during your stay. Swimming Pool Safety and Hygiene Tips The swimming pools at...
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Your Heating and Air Conditioning

No need for confusion. We’ve compiled everything you need to know about your heating and air conditioning into one concise guide. There are three ways in which usage is charged: 1.    Included This means that all heating...
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Sustainable Tourism

Valuing a sustainable approach to travel has always been second nature to To Tuscany, and in our eyes, it is a collaborative effort. It is vital that we work together with guests and providers towards a sustainable future in which we can travel...
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Drinking water

Can you drink tap water in Italy? As a standard rule, tap water in Italy - and at our villas - is suitable for drinking unless otherwise mentioned. This reduces the need for single-use plastic water bottles. The good news is that many airports...
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Recycling

Recycling in Italy Each country has their own method of recycling and in Italy it works a little differently to others. Recycling is an effective method of reducing landfill and the level of toxic materials being deposited in the ground and...
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Power Adapters

Ensure your devices stay charged during your Tuscan getaway with the right power adapters!  We want to make sure your experience is seamless. As you plan your trip, consider devices which need regular electric charging from phones and...
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