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Horse racing has been a hugely popular tradition in Tuscany for many centuries and tourists who enjoy the thrill of watching professional racing have plenty of superb racecourses to visit during their vacation here!

Visitors has a wide range of beautiful holiday rentals in Tuscany to choose from including cosy farmhouse rentals in Montecatini to huge luxury villas in Follonica overlooking the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean.

If you happen to be passing through the glorious city of Pisa during your travels then why not spend an evening at the fantastic horse racing course here?

It’s located in San Rossore Park only two kilometres from the city centre. The huge circular track is 1610 metres long and the stadium has ten thousand seats for spectators. The most prestigious race here is called Premio di Pisa which attracts large crowds and takes place during the summer months.

Who doesn’t love to shop for a bargain when they’re on holidays? Well, if you’re in the Tuscany region of Italy on your trip away then you’ve hit the jackpot! Visit three of the top designer factory outlets in the Tuscany region to indulge your retail appetite! There is an excellent array of holiday villas in the area surrounding these factory outlets as well as apartments in Tuscan cities like Florence and Arezzo where the visitor can relax and drop their bags in after a long but joyous day of bargain shopping!

The first factory outlet that produces and distributes Fendi designer products is located right beside one of Tuscany’s best shopping centres called ‘The Mall’. It’s less than thirty minutes by bus or rail from the Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence city. It sells mainly previous season collections with discounts of up to 50%! It’s open from 10-7.30 pm daily and would be a wonderful few hours spent browsing around for the shopping enthusiast.

The Dolce&Gabanna factory outlet is also conveniently located close to ‘The Mall’ shopping centre. It’s less than four kilometres in a taxi and is open from Monday to Sunday from 10-7.30pm. The famous Italian designers sell a beautiful selection of their clothing, underwear and accessory range from recent season with heavily marked down price tags. That’s music to the ears for many shopaholic visitors who pass through their doors!

If you enjoy getting out in the open air to do some exercise then you’d love to set off on some beautiful trails that meander through the Apennine mountain range in Tuscany!

In 1818, it was decided that a road would be built through the Apennine Mountains, linking up charming towns and villages like Barga, Castelvecchio Pascoli, Coreglia and many others.

Those wishing to base their stay in the area have a lovely choice of vacation rentals in Bagni di Lucca, nestled in a valley in this mountainous area.

Start off your walking holiday here with a visit to the stunning Frignoli Botanical Gardens in Fivizzano, located 850 metres above sea level. It's home to some exotic and ancient trees and the air is filled with the aromatic smells of strawberries, blackcurrants and raspberries. It’s open to the public from 15th April until the 15th September every day and the rest of the year it’s open only on weekdays.

Visiting the Riviera Apuana region of Tuscany is like stepping into paradise! Enjoy exploring the white sandy beaches that stretch along the Tuscan coast below the tall majestic marble mountains of the Apuan Alps. The Riviera Apuana is bordered by the River Magra and the River Versilia that flow down from higher ground into the sea, and is home to several Blue Flag beaches. The most popular of these are Marinella di Sarzana, Marina di Carrara and Marina di Massa.

Tourists have a superb selection of beautiful vacation rentals on the tuscan coast to choose from; from the towns scattered on the sea to some cosy hamlets tucked into the hills behind.

Visitors will marvel at the vibrant colours that exist naturally here; from the white marble of the mountains, the lush green of the trees and vegetation in the low hills, the yellow sand beaches and the clear blue waters of the sea. There is so much to do and see in the Riviera Apuana; enjoy the many amenities available close to the twenty kilometre long stretch of beaches where you can partake in thrilling water sports like surfing, sailing, sea kayaking and snorkelling.

If you’re thinking of whisking your partner away on a romantic holiday to Tuscany then why not browse through our wonderful selection of romantic articles of things to do and see during your stay!

All of the mentioned locations in these articles including Livorno on the Tuscan coast, Lucca and Florence city have a superb collection of luxury villas and other tuscan vacation rentals available to rent and relax in during your romantic break away.

Take to the skies in a breath taking hot air balloon trip together and see the beauty of Tuscany as you’ve never seen it before. Located only a few kilometres outside of Florence city, you both can enjoy a lavish breakfast after your exciting experience accompanied by a crisp cold bottle of sparkling prosecco!