Tuscany is in Central Italy and is well known for its beautiful landscapes, rich artistic legacy and vast influence on high culture. It is widely regarded as the true birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, which was a period of great cultural change and achievement that began in Italy during the 14th century. The region is of course very well known…
If you’ve included a city in Tuscany in your multi-centre holiday to Italy and are eager to see some of the charming attractions that this iconic region in Italy is famous for, here are some of our top days out. Most can be reached easily from Florence or Pisa by either public transport or on a pre-arranged tour. Siena The uniquely charming …
Italy has long-inspired famous artists, including many of the great masters, such as Bellini, Da Vinci and Michelangelo, making Italy an excellent holiday destination for artists looking for inspiration or those that enjoy fine art. However, with so many resorts to choose from, which are the best cities to include in a multi-destination painting h…
When truffle hunting in Italy, you’ll uncover some of the most rare and delectable ingredients. This perfect accompaniment to Italian cuisine is known to heighten the flavour of any dish it’s added to. Truffles combined with the aroma of luscious pasta or shredded over creamy mozzarella is enough to get anyone’s mouth watering. Whatever your cuisin…
Touring Club Italia has ranked the best of Italy’s hidden gems, featuring villages of incredible natural beauty and tradition, ideal for an Italy multi-centre holiday. In the small village of Morigerati in Salerno (Campania), residents are getting involved in local farming, food production and donkey rides in the National Park of Cilento and Vallo…