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Monday, February 2, 2015
View of portoferraio
If you have rented a car and wish to explore some of the splendid towns on Elba Island for a day then why not embark on this delightful trail? Begin your day in Elba’s largest town called Portoferraio which is located on the northern coast of the island.

Originally named Cosmopoli, this is a magnificent fortified town full of history and culture. It grew around a quaint little harbour and offers excellent fresh seafood eateries and attractions for tourists to enjoy. In the afternoon, drive along the northern coast of Elba, heading in a western direction and in less than half an hour, you’ll arrive at the charming fishing town of Marciana Marina. See the old tower here, built by commission of the Medici family.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Islands, Localities

  

Monday, February 2, 2015
view of marciana marina town
If you’re travelling around Tuscany on your next Italian vacation then why not take a few days to sail out to beautiful rental accommodation Elba Island off the Livorno coast and enjoy visiting some or all of the eight main towns here?

It’s very easy to rent a car on Elba Island to drive around these welcoming tourists communes and driving here means that you can stop off to admire any part of the island you wish and for as long as you want!

Stay in a stunning vacation villa on Elba Island and experience the magnificent views that will surround you on every turn!

Why not begin your day with a car trip to Elba’s largest town called Portoferraio which is located in the central area of the island on the Northern coast. Originally named Cosmopoli after Cosimo I de Medici who was given ownership of it by King Carlo V in 16th century, this fortified town became very prosperous due to its proximity to Elba’s valuable iron deposits.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Islands, Localities

  

Thursday, January 29, 2015
elba island beach sunset
Spend your exciting Tuscan vacation on Elba Island off the coast of Livorno! Elba Island is one of the seven islands that make up the Tuscan archipelago.

These scenic spots are protected as part of the Arcipelago Toscano National Park and so are havens of unspoiled beauty and natural attractions. Stay in a gorgeous villa rental on Elba Island and explore this tranquil place at your own leisure.

Elba Island is the largest of the seven islands and is the third largest in Italy after Sicily and Sardinia. Elba has a population of approximately 30,000 people and enjoys a busy tourist trade. There are eight main towns on Elba Island.

The capital is Portoferraio and the others are called Rio nell’ Elba, Marciana, Porto Azzurro, Marciana Marina, Capoliveri, Rio Marina and Campo nell’ Elba.     Read More
Posted in: Islands, Localities

  

Thursday, January 29, 2015
Inside the galleria dell' accademia
If you’re visiting the artistic city of Florence for a few days then a must see attraction is the glorious Galleria dell’ Accademia!

This art museum houses the masterpiece sculpture titled ‘David’ which was carved by Renaissance genius, Michelangelo Buonarroti among other notable artworks from this artistic period.

Stay in a charming vacation rental in Florence and enjoy a few days exploring the wealth of art in this stunning city.     Read More
Posted in: Florence, Localities, Museums & Galleries, Tourist Attractions

  

Thursday, January 29, 2015
fortress walls of portoferraio
Sail out to Elba Island of the Tuscan archipelago to explore the fascinating ruins of Medici fortifications built here. In the 16th century King Carlo V gave ownership of the island’s town, Portoferraio to the Grand Duke of Tuscany, Cosimo de’ Medici who then named it ‘Cosmopoli’.

Soon afterwards Cosimo sent a team of skilled architects to transform Portoferraio into an impressive walled town of towers, bastions and ramparts.

This fortified town was to act as a military defensive post against Turkish attacks.     Read More
Posted in: Castles & Palaces, Islands, Localities, Tourist Attractions