If you’re exploring Pisa or Cinque Terre, carve out time for one of Tuscany’s best-kept secrets: Carrara. World-famous for its pristine white marble, this small Tuscan city offers a mix of majestic mountains, quiet streets, quirky sculptures, and centuries of history — all within a stone’s throw of the coast. Whether you’re an art lover, […]
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For those visiting Tuscany, a day trip dedicated to experiencing local flavors is a perfect way to immerse yourself in the region’s rich culinary heritage. The following itinerary showcases a carefully curated day tour from Pisa to two iconic Tuscan destinations: Fattoria Busti, a renowned cheese producer, and Fattoria Uccelliera, a celebrated winery. This tour
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Tuscany is one of Italy’s most iconic regions, known for its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and culinary delights. When planning a trip to Tuscany, many travelers find themselves torn between staying in Pisa or Lucca—two charming cities that, while geographically close, offer distinctly different experiences. This article delves into the nuances of each city, covering
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La Spezia, often overshadowed by its famous neighbors like Cinque Terre and Pisa, is a gem of Italy’s Ligurian coast that offers a blend of natural beauty, rich history, and cultural immersion. Whether you’re a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply looking for a relaxing getaway, La Spezia has something for everyone. This article
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Tuscany is an Italian region well known for its rich culture, beautiful art, and history. For many, the first image that comes to mind when thinking about Tuscany have is picturesque and important cities such as Florence and Pisa, which have made history. But Tuscany isn’t only that. It is also a region with a
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I started working as a tour guide in Tuscany in 1987, when I was 23. I’m now almost 51. I started with German guests. As a tour guide I travelled almost everywhere through Europe (France, Scotland, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Spain, Switzerland, Poland, Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia, Greece) and also to Canada (Ontario and Québec) and to New York. In 2002 I specialized as a licensed tour guide for Lucca, a medieval town in Tuscany. I am also a graduated translator and interpreter and I’m about to get my second deegree in ?Mediator in Foreign Languages and Cultures’ at the University of Siena. I speak fluently following languages, beside Italian as a mother tongue: German, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese. I speak also Swedish at a A2 level and I’m dealing also with Russian (A1 level) and Chinese at the moment!
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