Ciao! Are you planning a family road trip in Chianti and trying to decide if Radda is worth a visit with little ones? Perhaps you’re trying to decide on a home base for your trip to Chianti with kids. Either way – I’ve got you covered. I’m a mamma of three that lives near Radda
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Are you in Florence and craving a visit to the Cinque Terre but you don’t have time to spend a few days in the area? Perhaps you’re set on day-tripping to the Cinque Terre from Florence but you’re feeling overwhelmed by the transport and planning out your day. Either way – a guided tour from
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Michelangelo is one of history’s most talented and fascinating artists, so it’s no wonder there are so many books about him – we all want to know more about his life and art. It can be challenging to sift through them all and decide which book about Michelangelo is perfect for you. Our family lives
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Bagno Vignoni is one of my favorite stops in Southern Tuscany. Nestled on the edge of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Val d’Orcia (Orcia Valley), this tiny village is home to thermal baths and hot springs from Roman times! Sounds great, right? But, are you wondering if it’s a family-friendly stop? I’m a
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Are you visiting Tuscany’s Chianti area and trying to figure out which ‘in Chianti’ village to visit with your kids? Have your kids had enough of big cities like Florence and you need a quick break from museums and crowds? Perhaps you’re determined to head to Greve in Chianti so you can sample wines at
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If you’re coming to Tuscany with your family, you’ve likely heard that Lucca’s a family-friendly Tuscan city you should add to your itinerary. It’s true! Lucca’s a great place to spend some time with kids – whether on a day trip or for a few days. I’m a mom of three boys living in Tuscany
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Did you open your Florence hotel room window and notice grey skies and rain? Wondering how you’re going to entertain your family in Florence on a rainy day? Or maybe you’re still back home planning your trip and want to be über-prepared for your Florence family vacation. Either way – let’s take a look at
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Are you coming to Tuscany with your family and want to make sure there’s plenty to keep your kids entertained and engaged? Don’t worry – there is! I’ve posted a whopping 70+ Things to Do with Kids in Tuscany to give you some ideas and inspiration. But, I get messages asking which are the best.
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Are you looking for ideas for day trips from Florence that are family-friendly? Whether you’re trying to escape the Florentine summer heat or just want to explore a little more of Italy, I’ve got you covered! We’re a local family and these are day trips that we take and love. And, they’re realistic day trips
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Are you visiting the Val d’Orcia and wondering if Monticchiello deserves some of your precious vacation time? Maybe you’re in neighboring Montepulciano and loving it – but are craving a visit to a ‘real’ Tuscan village that isn’t full of souvenir shops. Either way – Monticchiello is worthy of a visit. I’ll admit it –
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