Archive for 'Spa'

  

Friday, February 6, 2015
View of Civitella Paganico
If you’re going on holidays to southern Tuscany this year then why not take a day to explore the hilltop town of Civitella Paganico? This Tuscan gem is perched above a sea of dense forest filled with many plant and animal species which makes it the perfect spot for nature lovers to visit.

Sink into the hot waters of the Petriolo thermal springs and enjoy the healthy benefits of this mineral rich water. Humans have lived in what is now Civitella Paganico from as far back as Palaeolithic times. This town is in fact a cluster of small villages that were bound together under the same name.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Localities, Small Towns, Spa, Tourist Attractions

  

Tuesday, June 10, 2014
View of Gambassi Terme
Continuing from our first article describing some of Tuscany’s finest spa towns, here we will share with you even more of these thermal hotspots! Stay at a gorgeous holiday rental in Bagni di Lucca or close to Equi Terme, two famous spa towns in Tuscany or check out some of the following hot spots!

Why not embark on a trail of spa towns like Gambassi Terme which is situated close to the famous pilgrim route, Via Francigena. This became a popular spa town where pilgrims would stop off at to bathe and revive themselves after much weary travelling.     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Spa, Top 10 Lists, Tourist Attractions

  

Friday, June 6, 2014
Spa building in Montecatini Treme
Include a pampering visit to one of many spa towns in Tuscany where you can still immerse yourself in outdoor thermal pools to take away the aches and pains of vigorous travelling! Check out our previous article on some thermal pool hotspots like Montecatini Terme, Bagno Vignoni, Rapolano Terme and Gambassi Terme in our article titled ‘Spa Destinations in Tuscany’ or read on to find out more about some other little Tuscan gems.

Stay in a cosy villa in Montecatini Terme where you can easily travel around to see some of the following luxury spa destinations.     Read More
Posted in: Spa, Tourist Attractions

  

Monday, May 26, 2014
Town of Equi Terme
Come for a relaxing spa break in the Tuscan village of Equi Terme. Situated on the slopes of Pizzo d’Uccello, a jagged group of high mountains in the Apuan Alps, this is a lovely scenic place to visit on your travels of the region.

There are many interesting things to do and see in Equi Terme such as the vast underground caves here and the furrow of Equi; a canyon which tells the geological history of glacial activity here millions of years ago.

Stay in a beautiful vacation rental in Fivizzano, only a few kilometre's drive from Equi Terme where you can enjoy a lovely relaxing spa break!     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Small Towns, Spa, Tourist Attractions

  

Wednesday, April 30, 2014
view of Rapolano Terme
Situated in the province of Siena in Tuscany, is the welcoming town of Rapolano Terme! Only 20 kilometres east of Siena city itself, tourists would thoroughly enjoy a day trip out here to relax in its famous thermal pools.

Rapolano Terme lies on the border between Val di Chiana and the wine producing region of Chianti so you have plenty to explore on your visit to this area.

Treat yourself to a lavish stay at a luxury villa in Rapolano Terme where you can live the lifestyle of royalty in beautiful surroundings!     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Orcia Valley, Spa, Tourist Attractions