Archive for 'Skiing & Winter Sports'

In the southern area of Tuscany in the province of Siena, there is a stunning mountainous place called Mount Amiata. It faces the scenic Val d’Orcia on the northeast and the Maremma region on the eastern side. Tourists wishing to stay here for a few days have a lovely choice of accommodation. Why not book into a pretty villa for rent in Campiglia D'orcia, which boasts spectacular views of Mount Amiata.

Thousands of years ago, Mount Amiata was a volcano, but it’s now dormant. It stands at 1,736 metres tall making it the highest existinct in Italy! There is an abundance of activities to engage in around the area including; mountain biking, hiking and horse riding trails around the sleeping volcano.

High up in the Apennine Mountains in the province of Pistoia, behind Mount Cuccola is a picturesque area with a scattering of beautiful towns and villages to visit. One of these ideal tourist spots is the village of Cutigliano that’s located close to the ski resort of Doganaccia.

For those wishing to stay in the area for a few days, why not book into a cosy villa rental with great reviews in Bagni di Lucca town, further down the mountains, only twenty minute’s drive from Cutigliano.

This beautiful medieval village is packed tightly with quaint narrow streets so it would be better to explore on foot.

It’s the proud holder of the prestigious Orange Flag Award that means it has a fantastic tourist information centre and provides excellent tours and signposts to nearby visitor attractions.

Most people plan their vacations during the summer months because the kids are out of school and the weather is perfect for exploring the great outdoors. But before you book your next holiday you should seriously consider taking a vacation to Tuscany during the winter months. While it will be cold, it will not be nearly as unpleasant as many other European cities and the Tuscan countryside is a sight to behold during the winter months!

During your winter trip to Tuscany, you can take a moment to warm up at one of the many free thermal baths. If you are a wine lover, why not enjoy some delicious red wine while you cuddle up to a loved one next to a fire in the beautiful Italian countryside?

Taking a ski vacation to Colorado or some other area famous for its terrain and winter beauty is a common occurrence for people looking for some cold weather adventure! When it comes to booking an overseas vacation, the Swiss Alps are probably one of the most popular destinations in Europe, but many travelers would be surprised to find out just how many skiing thrills are available to those who put Tuscany on their travel plans.