If you’re in Florence, Lucca, Pisa, or the Tuscan countryside and are looking for a beach break, you may want to take a day trip to Marina di Pietrasanta. Marina di Pietrasanta is often overlooked for chic Forte dei Marmi to the north or bustling Viareggio to the south, but this stretch of sandy beach
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Have you heard San Gimignano is gorgeous and you want to visit with your kids, but… you’ve also heard it’s a crowded tourist trap to be avoided? Do you want your kids to see Tuscany’s ‘Medieval Manhattan’ but aren’t sure how you’ll pass the time there with little ones? I’m a mamma of three living
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Grazie to local Tuscan mamma Suzanne Talenti for this guide to the best things to do on Giglio Island with kids! Dream of going to a gorgeous Tuscan Island with your family? Giglio Island is a 9 square mile gem in the Tyrrhenian sea off the southern Tuscan Coast. Here are my 8 favorite activities
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If you’re looking for a family friendly Tuscan beach to visit, take a peek at Castiglioncello. Located on the Etruscan Coast, just over 100 kilometers from Florence, it’s easily reached on a day trip by car or train. Known to Tuscans as a classic beach destination (we’ve got friends who are the third generation to
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Your family has seen David striking a pose, found Galileo’s finger, and said hello to the Giants of Peccioli. Now, it’s time to move your legs a bit and climb up to get views of Tuscany’s cities, villages, and spectacular countryside. As a mamma living in Tuscany with three young boys, I know that tower
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If you’ve made it to Florence with your kids and you’ve been going full-speed-ahead, it’s time for a pausa (a break). I’m a mamma of three living here in Tuscany and our family spends a lot of time exploring Florence. On hot summer days, our snack is almost always a gelato (see my list of
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If you’ve wandered through the Uffizi, said hello to David at the Accademia, and gazed at other masterpieces in Tuscany’s museums, it’s time to head outdoors! Road trip through the countryside, take a day trip to a nearby city, or go for a walk and discover some of Tuscany’s arte. I’m a mamma of
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If you’re visiting Florence with your family and hoping to pick up a book or two for your kids, or you just want to explore a bookshop with them, check out my list below. I’m a mamma of three living here in Tuscany and although we use Kindles, my boys enjoy picking out new books.
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Panzano in Chianti is on many bucket lists for Tuscan travelers. After all, it’s home to gorgeous views, the famous butcher, and excellent restaurants. Are you wondering if it’s worth visiting with kids? Well, Panzano doesn’t have any big draws for little ones. And, there aren’t many car-free areas in the village (it’s tiny and
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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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