Tuscany Travel Experts Reveal Favorite Tuscan Hideaways

We asked fellow travel experts to share their favorite places in Tuscany. They include an agriturismo near Lucca, a 13th century villa, a famous estate in the Val d'Orcia and a gem of an authentic restaurant with a modern twist.

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Tuscany’s Villa Mangiacane: This Historic Villa Hotel Takes ‘Top Dog’ Honors

No expense has been spared at this new villa hotel overlooking Florence. Mangiacane, the villa (don't let the name fool you!) is a working farm and has ties to some of the most famous men of the Renaissance.

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Let the Italian Flow at Open Cellars Event

One of the highlights of spring for Italian wine lovers is the annual Cantine Aperte (Open Cellars) celebration that takes place the last Sunday in May. Read on to get the details on this years edition.

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Salt, Sand, Serenity: A Seaside Spa in Tuscany

People come to this Tuscan spa for the sea, and all of its restorative powers. In fact, the second word in the resorts name  talasso -- comes from thalassa, Greek for sea. The private sand beach in front of the hotel has won awards for its purity.

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Golfer’s Dream: A Tuscan Villa Rental with Private 18-Hole Golf Course

If you or someone you love can't bear to leave the links behind for a week in Italy, have no fear, we have a solution - a Tuscany villa with its own private golf course!

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Truly Get Away From It All on the Tuscan Island of Giglio

Less than an hour by ferry from the Tuscan coast is the small island of Giglio -- a refreshing retreat for any tired traveler. Ninety percent uninhabited and home to just 1,600 souls, Giglio isn't necessarily Italys most beautiful island but a great place to escape for peaceful swimming, scuba diving and hiking.

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Maremma: Where the Tuscan Cowboys Roam

It might be surprising to learn that Tuscany has its own breed of cowboys. The Maremma is the equivalent of Tuscany's "Wild West" and their cowboys are known as butteri della Maremma.

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In Siena: A Dog’s Tale of the Palio

Follow author Gregory Edmont and his Dalmation JP on their intriguing journey through the horse-race-crazed city of Siena. No dogs allowed? We'll see about that.

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So You Want to See the Palio in Siena?

What you need to know to secure tickets to all of the events associated with Palio in Siena Italy, from open-air banquets to the main event. Also check out our practical advice for not getting lost in the crowds!

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A Good Guide is (No Longer) Hard to Find

A good tour guide is invaluable,
for Florentine first
timers and regulars, and Dario
Castagno Tours
provides some of
the best. Read on to find out why.

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