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New movement in wine: luxury labels

22 April, 2020

While diamonds were never of great interest to me, combining them with Chianti is starting to get closer to my idea of a girl’s best friend. This news comes from Tuscany, mecca for those who love prestigious Italian wine although…

Easter breaks in Tuscany: Relais Fattoria Vignale, Chianti

19 April, 2020

With Easter looming on the horizon, you may need holiday tips and advice! If so, the package offered by Relais Fattoria Vignale, Tuscany could help you to make up your mind! The Hotel located in Radda, Chianti, has 35 rooms…

Most beautiful places in the world to live: Gaiole in Chianti tops idyllic locations list by Forbes

18 April, 2020

A small town in Tuscany of just 2,600 inhabitants, has topped Forbes’ list of the most idyllic places to live. Gaiole in Chianti is at the top of a ranking of possible real estate in Italy, and Europe, ahead of…

Italian words in English: the meaning of fiasco

12 April, 2020

The word of the day in our learning Italian post today is “fiasco”. In Italy, the word “fiasco” generally means a spectacular flop for any performance in theatre or television. In English we often use it to mean a dramatic…

Luxury Relais Fortilizio Piccolomini up for sale near Siena

8 April, 2020

Located between the Chianti region and the Orcia Valley, in Tuscany, the old Fortilizio Piccolomini is a luxury relais which has been put up for sale. The Fortilizio which sprawls over 1,838 square metres comprises 31 rooms and several outbuildings…

Murder mystery weekend for singles in Chianti, Tuscany

6 April, 2020

If you are single but on the look out for a partner, you can’t afford to miss this intriguing event that will take you to Tuscany on the pursuit of a mysterious murderer. Don’t look so worried! It’s just for…

Luxury hotels in Tuscany: Villa La Massa, Chianti

3 April, 2020

The villa La Massa which in the Renaissance period belonged to the powerful De Medici family was converted into a five-star hotel in 1948. Set in heart of the Chianti region and with a breathtaking view over lemon trees and…

The best place to…unusual list of things to do in Italy

29 March, 2020

Our Italian colleagues have found an article from the American magazine Let’s Go on all the best places in Italy to do different things. It’s turned out to be quite interesting for the locals, particularly with some of the more…

Country home for accommodation in Chianti: agriturismo in Tuscany

27 March, 2020

If you’re looking for a private and secluded farm stay in Chianti, Tuscany, with a touch of exclusivity given the small number of guests that can stay there, Leccio agriturismo is for you. It’s located a few kilometres from Florence…

Holidays in Tuscany: Residenza Il colle in the Chianti region

25 March, 2020

The Residenza Il Colle in Tuscany has plenty to offer; located in the beautiful Chianti region, the resort has a breathtaking view of green rolling hills and fields and the peace one breathes there is like a balm, the perfect…