Tuscany: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
Oltrarno's Master Craftsman
The Oltrarno is the southern part of the center of Florence, just south of the river Arno. In a few small streets you will find workshops oldest in Florence, here working silver, wood and producing the famous Florentine paper.
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Grotta Giusti Spa
Traditional therapeutic spa inside a millennial grotto combined to well being treatments. Care for the body with a natural and healing relax
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San Gimignano and the Via Francigena
For all nature and history lovers, the Via Francigena really offers very interesting itineraries, that can be made either on foot or in mountain bike; they will let you discover some of the most beautiful medieval villages of Tuscany.
Tel. +390577942014
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Antica Officina Profumo Santa Maria Novella
t's the oldest historical pharmacy in Europe, active for almost four centuries, and also one of the oldest commercial ever in Florence.Today the old "pharmacy" no more pharmacy, but perfume shop and herbalist's shop.
Tel. +39 055 216276
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Golf
With 18 championship holes and a driving range, the Argentario Golf Club occupies 77 hectares in an environment of great landscape value which has received the "BioAgriCert" environmental certification.
Tel. +39 0564 810292
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SPA EXPERIENCE
The grapes, their leaves and wine have extraordinary antioxidant properties and can have beneficial effects on skin, circulation, forms of stress and skin ageing.
Tel. +39 0575612679
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THE BOTTEGA BARACCHI
The Bottega is a new concept shop , something delicous among restaurant, wine bar ans a shop where you can find the best of Tuscan gastronomic excellences... a place to taste...
Tel. +39 0575 613874
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Gulf of the Poets
Enclosed between Lerici and Portovenere, it is an enchanting stretch of coast line, dotted with tiny fishing villages.Tourist boats depart from La Spezia providing a sea tour, surely the best way to admire its nature and colours .
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Cala Martina
Cala Martina is a beautiful beach in the middle of the Mediterranean vegetation typical of this area. Here he stopped Giuseppe Garibaldi and the Thousand before coming to Marsala.
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The Natural Reserve of Castelvecchio
The nature reserve of Castelvecchio is located a few kilometers from the center of San Gimignano. It includes within the Poggio del Comune and extends up to the ruins of Castelvecchio from which it takes its name.
Tel. +390577942014
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Le Carriere del 19 (every year the 19th of Augu...
Unique historical re-enactment: in one day the three districts of the village of Scarlino challenge each other in multiple races, from archery to the parade, the award for the best decoration of the districts to running-race in costume.
Tel. +39056637023
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Siena
Siena, the city where he breathes a 'atmosphere that you can not find anywhere else, because its people have preserved the traditions of the fathers, such as those related to the Palio, renewing them every year.
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Bird-biowatching
Get to know the island's biosphere through its fauna, including its wide variety of birdlife. Spend a morning or afternoon birdwatching, and learn even more about this unspoilt natural oasis.
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Vitis Vinifera in Montisi
Located in the charming village of Montisi, Vitis Vinifera is a new way to approach wines, cheeses and cold cuts from all over Italy. For the afternoon a good selection of leaf teas and pastries. A wine bar, a tea room and much more.
Tel. +39 0577 845108
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PRIVATE YOGA COURSE
1 hour and a half of a private Yoga class with a qualified teacher.
Tel. +393294250285
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Kayaking
Glinding across the water with the sun at your back: discovering Elba in kayak is a unique and relaxing way to explore this island's shores. Rental kayaks are available on the Sant'Andrea beach, and from here your adventure begins!
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Pontedera Piaggio Museum
The history of the Vespa motorbike and more in a museum created in the old Piaggio factory.
Tel. +39 0587 27171
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Pistoia
Pistoia is one of the hidden jewel of tuscany. This amazing little town surprises and fascinates the visitors with his history, art and with one of the most beautiful medieval square of Italy.
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Podere del Grillo
Dishes in this restaurant are prepared using ingredients grown according to principles of organic and ethical farming
Tel. +39 0571 409379
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Fuor d'acqua
Trendy restaurant, seafood, friendly environment.
Tel. +39 055 222299
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Abbazia di Monteoliveto
A real gem, adorned with important artworks and surrounded by breathtakingly beautiful landscapes
Tel. +39 0577 707611
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Original Tuscan Terracotta in Petroio
The typical Tuscan terracotta purchased directly from the manufacturer. Garden pots, bowls, decorations and articles for custom tailored. Especially beautiful and original!
Tel. +39 0577 665011
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Restourant rossOCorbezzolo
For a light lunch to be enjoyed with a view to the Elba and Corsica and in the evening for a candlelight dinner. The restaurant of Relais vedetta offers traditional dishes, served with a wide selection of local wines.
Tel. +39056637023
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Pinocchio Park
This is the theme park dedicated to Pinocchio, where children together their parents can relive the adventures of the famous wooden muppet.
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The secret of San Miniato: Tuber Magnum Pico
The woodlands surrounding this small hilltop town are teeming with the most highly-prized white truffles in the world. Join a truffle hunt to experience the process and then head up to town to taste these heavenly - and costly! - morsels.
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SYNERGIC ORGANIC AGRICULTURE COURSES
Synergistic agriculture consists of the art of cultivating, leaving the land to be made according to the method of Masanobu Fukuoka, a Japanese microbiologist and farmer.
Tel. +393294250285
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The Etruscan tomb and museum in Sarteano
In 2003 in the countryside around Sarteano an amazing frescoed tomb dating back to 4th century BC was discovered. A guided tour inside this wonderful Etruscan tomb is a journey through time that reveals many aspects of this ancient people.
Tel. +39 0578 269261
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TUSCAN AND MEDIEVAL PEOPLE COOKING COURSE
The grandmother, who had an organic farm, taught us so much ancient Tuscan recipes that we want to tell and share
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The road of the chestnut - from Tepolini ...
Beautiful trek that starts directly from our village Tepolini. It will pass through lush woods and chestnut trees, water sources and unspoiled landscapes. You will notice also trachytic rock formations
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Castiglione della Pescaia
Castiglione perched on a promontory overlooking the sea and the Maremma Coast and on top of which there is an Aragonese castle. The shady paths alternate with pine forests. And then Castiglione is famous for its nightlife and wine bars.
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