Capraia is an island of just 400 souls but they know how to take care of visitors! Find out where to stay and where to eat (think seafood) when you visit this Tuscan island!
Capraia, By Land and Sea
Legend says that when the goddess Venus emerged from the waves of the Tyrrhenian Sea, she dropped her necklace, and those gemstones became the seven islands of the Tuscan Archipelago, one of which is stunning Capraia.
A Sweet Photo Spot in Tuscany
Updated 2019. A few years back, our friend photographer Brad Mikel wrote an awesome piece (available to all paid subscribers) on how to photograph Italy. He admitted he’s partial to one spot in Tuscany: OK, time to reveal one of my “secret” locations whenever I’m in Tuscany. It’s not really all that hard to find, but I had to search for …
Scenes from Italian Life: Colds, Drafts and Germs
Ten years ago, Sam Hilt and his wife Pam Mercer did what so many of us dream of?moved to Tuscany to raise their young children in a simpler culture and started a successful tour business. Their transition hasn't been without hiccups nor plenty of story-producing experiences.
New Hotels in Tuscany Italy
Tuscany already has many fabulous places to stay but these new properties will give you new reasons to escape to Tuscany.
Recommended Italian Language Schools in Italy
A round-up of great Italian language schools throughout Italy in Rome, Florence, Tuscany and Umbria. Spend your vacation learning the Italian language. Prego!
Great Local Tour Guides in Florence and Tuscany
Ah bella Florence and Tuscany. If you're ready to go in-depth at Florence's museums or Tuscany's vineyards, we have just the expert guides for you.
What I Learned When I Moved to Tuscany
As we all know, Italy is a place of magnificent dreams. It is also a place of puzzling and challenging realities. Jennifer Criswell, author of the new book At Least You're in Tuscany captures the dichotomy in a way few authors have. We asked her what she learned after moving to Montepulciano.
Own a Piece of the Dream: Fractional Ownership in Italy
As many stand-alone second homeowners discover, in Italy and elsewhere, the realities of long-distance management and upkeep prove challenging, as does the fact that the place can sit empty for much of the year. Enter fractional ownership...we detail three fractional ownerships in Tuscany, Umbri and Le Marche
Day Trip from Florence: An Afternoon of Chianti Wine Tasting
On a recent visit to Florence, my mother and I faced a challenge many travelers encounter. We wanted to visit the Chianti area of Tuscany but only had a day. This part of Tuscany isn't easy to explore via public transportation especially if you want to visit some of the world-famous vineyards. Yet, we didn't want the hassle of renting a car for day.