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Florence in February – A Local’s Guide
If you’re contemplating a February trip to Florence but can’t quite commit – I get…
Florence in January – A Local Dishes on What It’s Really Like
A January visit to Florence – yay or nay? It depends on what you’re looking…
Florence in September – A Local’s Guide (+ Free Printable Packing List)
Florence in September is the stuff movies are made of… cool morning strolls, sunny days…
Bolgheri with Kids – Wine Not?
See what I did there? If you’re thinking of visiting Bolgheri with kids, my guess…
Where to Stay in San Gimignano with Kids
The Tuscan countryside around San Gimignano is a popular base for families exploring Tuscany. And…
Marina di Pietrasanta – Spend a Day at the Beach in Tuscany
If you’re in Florence, Lucca, Pisa, or the Tuscan countryside and are looking for a…
San Gimignano with Kids – A Complete Guide
Have you heard San Gimignano is gorgeous and you want to visit with your kids,…
Things to Do in San Gimignano – Tried & Tested!
If you’re heading to Tuscany, you’ve likely heard of our ‘Medieval Manhattan’ – San Gimignano. …
How to Park Outside Florence & Take the Tram to the Center – Villa Costanza Quick Guide
Ciao! Are you day-tripping to Florence and feeling a little stressed about driving in and…
Giglio Island with Kids – The 8 Best Things to Do
Grazie to local Tuscan mamma Suzanne Talenti for this guide to the best things to…
Castiglioncello with Kids – A Local Dishes on the Classic Tuscan Beach Town
If you’re looking for a family friendly Tuscan beach to visit, take a peek at…
Florence in November – A Local Dishes on What It’s Really Like
Are you wondering if it’s worth visiting Florence in November or if you should save…
Florence in October – A Local’s Advice + Printable Packing List
Are you trying to decide if you should visit Florence in October? Or perhaps you’ve…
Towers to Climb in Tuscany with Kids – Our Family’s Top 7
Your family has seen David striking a pose, found Galileo’s finger, and said hello to…
Where to Get a Snack with Kids in Florence (& Take a Well-Deserved Break!)
If you’ve made it to Florence with your kids and you’ve been going full-speed-ahead, it’s…
Outdoor Art in Tuscany – Where to See It!
If you’ve wandered through the Uffizi, said hello to David at the Accademia, and gazed…
Bookshops to Visit in Florence with Kids
If you’re visiting Florence with your family and hoping to pick up a book or…
Panzano in Chianti with Kids – Guide & Tips from a Local Mom
Panzano in Chianti is on many bucket lists for Tuscan travelers. After all, it’s home…
Radda in Chianti with Kids – A Guide from a Mom in Tuscany
Ciao! Are you planning a family road trip in Chianti and trying to decide if…
How to Take a Day Trip to the Cinque Terre from Florence – 4 Ways
Are you in Florence (or heading there soon) and dreaming of a day trip to…
CANDICE CRISCIONE
THE TUSCAN MOM
Ciao and welcome to our corner of Italy. I’m Candice, a mamma of three boys living in Tuscany. I’ve spent over two decades working and traveling all over Tuscany, and I look forward to sharing my Tuscany vacation planning and travel tips with you and giving you a glimpse of life in bella Toscana (beautiful Tuscany) – straight from Tuscany! Learn more about me here.