Horse riding in Italy: Città di Castello
The Mostra del Cavallo di Città di Castello has just concluded but the town in Umbria is worth a visit if you want to go horse riding in Italy. The origins of the event date back to 1032, making it…
Tuscan villa for sale at Bagno a Ripoli
If you were looking for your Italian villa, you’ve come to the right place. For a mere 12 million euro you can have this real estate block: on a hill at Bagno a Ripoli, between Valdarno Superiore and Chianti, east…
Italian mountain holidays: the "maso" or farmhouses in Alto Adige
Italy’s northern region Alto Adige has a wonderful mix of culture and you will often hear German spoken in this part of Italy, not Italian. It is a real highlands Italian culture, with all the elements of isolation you might…
Autumn in Tuscany: discounted accommodation
From November 1st to December 8, the Tuscany councils of Asciano, Buonconvento, Monteroni d’Arbia, Rapolano terme and San Giovanni d’Asso will be the scene for Crete d’Autunno 2008. The event is a series of meetings and shows dedicated to the…
Italian luxury farmhouse for sale in Crema, Lombardy
This beautiful Italian property in Lombardy is divided into two distinct houses, with a swimming pool in the middle. If you have in mind a rustic Italian farmhouse, you only need to look at the gallery of this villa to…
Umbria Farmhouse: Torre Colombaia
Even though Easter is now far behind us, I’m sure you‘ll love to know there’s a place down in Umbria where you can chill out, eat well and enjoy the beauty of Mother nature. I‘m talking about Torre Colombaia a…
Country home for accommodation in Chianti: agriturismo in Tuscany
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…
Farm stay in Arezzo for holidays in Tuscan countryside
More summer holiday tips for Italy from us include visiting Tuscany. The region is not just about wine tasting in Italy or following the Chianti trails, but enjoying great beaches, (including in Argentario), hiking and mountain biking and then feasting…
