Pania della Croce
Posted in: Activities Day Trips Hiking Localities Tuscan Coast

While culture and food are the two types attractions most raved about when it comes to a vacation in Tuscany, most planning a trip to the region are also looking forward to enjoying the incredibly beautiful landscape of the rolling green hills for which it is so famous. However, these pastoral landscapes shown in postcards and advertisements are not the only landscapes in Tuscany. Tuscany is a far more varied place than that: with towering peaks, perfect beaches, rocky gorges, dense forests, marshlands thrumming with life, and much more besides. As a result, there are a long list of incredible outdoor pursuits and activities that can be enjoyed while on holiday in Tuscany and, in particular, there are lots of great trekking, hiking, and walking routes to choose from all across the region. One of the best and most popular spots to go hiking for those who are pretty serious about the activity and are after a bit of a challenge - especially if you want to take in some truly gorgeous views along the way and if you have found a villa on the Tuscan Coast - is Pania della Croce in the Alpi Apuane, or Apuan Alps. 

Quercetano Bay
Posted in: Beaches Livorno Localities Pretty Views Tourist Attractions Tuscan Coast

A vacation on the Tuscan Coast is ideal for those who want to pair the wonders of Tuscan culture with a sun holiday full of sea and sand and fun. Along the coast, you will discover some charming cities, pretty little resort towns, secluded coves, popular strands that attract droves, islands ringed by beaches, and more, leaving you with endless wonderful beaches to choose from in the area. However, one of the most picturesque little gems that also makes for an ideal spot to watch the sun go down on hot summer days is the lovely Quercetano Bay in the little town of Castiglioncello, located about 17km from the centre of Livorno. This spot is just pretty as a picture, full of character, and boasts some unique charms that make it rather special indeed. Once you find a villa on the Tuscan Coast or a vacation rental in Livorno, in particular, then be sure to mark it down as one of the must-see gems in this part of Tuscany!

Coastline of Elba
Posted in: Events Localities Summer Tuscan Coast Villa Spotlights Villas and Farmhouses

As days get short through so much of the world and the winter months seem to stretch endlessly ahead, it is hard not to sometimes feel a little down – seasonal affective disorder is very much a real thing! - but end, it will. Winter will pass, a new year will begin, and lots of possibilities lie ahead but it always helps to have something specific to look forward to...so why not plan a vacation on the Tuscan Coast for next summer and get through the gloomiest of days safe in the knowledge that far brighter ones are ahead? Knowing that, within a matter of months, you’ll be enjoying the sun, sea, fun, food, culture, scenery, and excitement of a seaside getaway in Tuscany is just the thing to cheer you up and, given that the Holidays are approaching, would definitely act as a wonderful gift for yourself or to share with your closest loved ones. So, start thinking about your summer 2022 vacation and take a look at some of our picks of the most astounding, beautiful, and encouraging villas on the Tuscan Coast that we boast on our website...

Girl overlooking Tuscan Coast
Posted in: Localities Travel Tips Tuscan Coast
Many people prefer to avoid travelling during the height of the summer season. There are plenty of reasons for this: those who cannot deal with higher temperatures and are looking for cooler weather will want to avoid the hottest months of the year; those who dislike crowds or lining up for things will be glad to miss the highest concentration of tourists; and those who love bargains will be happy to often find lower prices for villa rentals and flights. However, even if you are travelling out of season in order to reap these benefits, you don't have to compromise on the quality of your getaway. There are plenty of destinations that are still wonderful during the spring and autumn and make for perfect holiday locations if you want to plan an off-season vacation. Take, for example, a villa on the Tuscan Coast, which makes for an excellent spot to enjoy a holiday even as we head into autumn or as a brilliant vacation destination for early next year as a post-winter treat. Importantly, though, you may be wondering about the kind of weather that you might expect if you are considering an off-season getaway on the Tuscan Coast. To help you out and give you the information necessary to plan the right holiday for you, we have put together a handy little guide to the typical weather that you can likely expect during a vacation in the area during the months of September, October, April, and May.
Posted in: Beaches Localities Must See Attractions Tourist Attractions Tuscan Coast
If you find yourself a villa on the Tuscan Coast, you will have a plethora of lovely beaches to choose from for relaxing days by the seaside. However, for those who like beaches that are perfectly set up and have all of the facilities that you could possibly ask for in order to enjoy yourself to the fullest without having to worry about anything, then paid beaches and beach clubs are the only way to go. While there are lots of free beaches in the area and many people don't want to pay to access a strand, there are others who would much rather fork out a fee in order to leave themselves completely stress-free and ready to just sit back and relax. If you find yourself in this latter category and you are exploring the area around the Miami of the Tuscan Coast, Forte dei Marmi, then an excellent fee-paying beach club to enjoy is Bagno Angelo.