Siena, home of the Palio
Siena, the home of the Palio, has held a special place in our hearts since Mark lived there in the fall of 2014. It’s a magical walled city in Tuscany, about an hour from...
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Wine Tasting in Tuscany (via Siena)
If you’ve ever tasted wine in Napa or other wineries in the US, you might think you are ready for wine tasting in Tuscany. But Italian vineyards operate a bit differently than what you...
Lucca: wrapped in a wall of culture
We love Tuscany and everything about it, the landscape, the food, the wine. Recently we got a chance to visit Lucca, a medieval walled city west of Florence which several friends have recommended as...
Smart Apps and Travel Tips for Italy in the Fall
Last fall we traveled to Italy to see a few new places and revisit two of our favorites. We share our insights to help you plan for your next trip.