Archive for 'Day Trips'

  

Thursday, August 1, 2013
Orbetello Wind Mill
When holidaying in Tuscany, an excellent way to see the best of this region is to spend a few days touring around its towns and villages that were awarded the prestigious Orange Flag award for their excellence in promoting local tourist attractions. They are proud to promote their history, culture, food and of course, their warm welcome to visitors. As they are scattered all across Tuscany, you could base your stay in a villa, farmhouse or apartment anywhere in the Tuscan region and you are sure to be close to several of these enchanting spots!

Orange Flag award winning communities earned their award for being havens of historic, artistic, architectural and environmental treasures.

Time seems to have passed by these towns as most have remained true to their Etruscan, Roman and medieval roots and little has changed within their walls and way of life. Tourists are drawn to these cultural gems as they refuse to become slaves to modern living, preferring to nurture the land around them and become almost self sufficient.     Read More
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Thursday, August 1, 2013
Lari Landscape
If you’re holidaying in Tuscany in the province of Pisa, why not take a day to explore the charming triangular shaped fortress town of Lari! This perfectly preserved Orange Flag awarded town is walled all around and has a magnificent castle nestled in the centre of the town on a mound. Tourists wishing to visit here have a wealth of accommodation available in the Pisa province surrounding this enchanting place where they can easily explore all the historical, artistic and cultural delights that Lari and the surrounding area has to offer.     Read More
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Thursday, August 1, 2013
Montecatini Val di Cecina Landscape
Val di Cecina has so much to offer tourists on their holidays to Tuscany as it has so much to do and see, all in one easily accessible area. Visiting the towns of Montecatini Val di Cecina and Castelnuovo Val di Cecina would create a charming day trip full of art, historic culture and of course, appetizing Tuscan cuisine! There is a wealth of accommodation in the Val di Cecina including, villas, farmhouses and other holiday rentals for visitors to base their stay in as they discover this intriguing land.

Begin the day with a trip to the medieval town of Montecatini Val di Cecina, perched on the Poggio la Croce hill overlooking the valley. From here, tourists can see the nearby town of Volterra, less than fifteen kilometres away.     Read More
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Thursday, August 1, 2013
Montecatini View
Looking for somewhere in Tuscany that offers everything a tourist could possibly want to see and do, all in one area? Then take a few days to enjoy the delights that Val di Cecina has to offer you including a wide range of charming towns, villages and hamlets, a rich history, a huge collection of archaeological remains and of course, that typical warm Tuscan welcome! Visitors have a fantastic choice of exclusive holiday villas to rent during their relaxing break in the Val di Cecina which offers superb panoramic views wherever they look!

The Valley covers a large area of different communities, some of which have earned the prestigious Orange Flag award for their authentically preserved communities and great tourism attractions and services.     Read More
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Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Ponte delle Catene Fornoli
Why not spend some of your Tuscan holiday in the picturesque Bagni di Lucca region in Northern Tuscany where there are many delightful towns, villages and hamlets in close range with lots of tourist activities to engage in! A related article discusses the charms of the Bagni di Lucca region and the famous thermal baths that placed it firmly on the map. Here is a thrilling day trail for tourists to explore the most interesting communities in the area and of course, there are plenty of holiday villas in the Bagni di Luca area with panoramic views of the mountains and valleys that encase it.

Begin the day with a tour around the large main town of La Villa. Packed full of shops selling local produce, crafts, clothes and more, La Villa also has many tasty restaurants and bars to enjoy a lovely meal or cup of coffee in the sunshine. This is a wonderful place for visitors to see a well kept typical Tuscan town filled with welcome and charm.     Read More
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