Castello Sammezzano – A hidden gem in the Tuscan countryside!
Castello Sammezzano, a private castle in Tuscany (and also a Pinterest celebrity), was open to the public and we got to see it!
Photo Diary of Pisa
We’ve been to Pisa two times and for some reason I haven’t blogged about it. The first time was back in March the weekend we went to Viareggio’s Carnevale and the second time was during our summer road trip, one the … Continued
Horseback Riding through Tuscany
First off, I have to say Happy Mother’s Day! and auguri! to all the mothers out there! You guys rock! I am writing this post from beautiful Granada, which as some of you may realize, is not in Italy! Jaime … Continued
The Towns of Tuscany: Siena, San Gimignano, Montepulciano, Volterra, & Pienza
Tuscany is known for all its charming little towns and the great thing about living in Italy is that you actually have time to visit as many as your heart desires. Here’s a little photo diary of all the places … Continued
Visiting Florence (Lessons Learned & Some Do’s and Don’ts)
Since we moved to Italy back in August, I had been DYING to go to Florence. Rome is cool, but Florence is the birthplace of the Italian language, home of Michelangelo’s David, burial place of so many of Italy’s greats…so … Continued
Presenting…Tuscany (And Our Adventure to find the Quintessential Winding Road)!
Last week we spent the entire week exploring Tuscany! I had been anxiously awaiting to go to Tuscany since it is supposed to be one of the most beautiful places in Italy, but we put it off until Spring so … Continued
Carnevale di Viareggio 2014
Today is Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. In Italy, with it’s strong Catholic background, it is obviously very important. Just as important, however, was what happened before today…Carnevale! Otherwise known as Mardi Gras in the USA. In my … Continued
