The Splendour of Lucca
Lucca is a very special town in Tuscany, essentially split amongst two very different areas. Surrounding the old town is a busy, modern place that's full of cars, noise and people. Yet as soon as you venture [...]
San Gimignano – a Medieval Paradise
If you are visiting Tuscany and love the old medieval towns of Italy, San Gimignano is a perfect retreat. It’s a small town set upon a walled hill in the province of Siena, around 56km from Florence. [...]
Spoleto – One of Umbria’s Hidden Gems
Spoleto is a peaceful hilltop town located in the Umbria region of Italy, in the province of Perugia. The town is located at the foot of the Apennine hills and is a perfect stop for people visiting nearby Trevi, [...]