PHOTO: Roses Climb a Wall at Montestigliano Holiday Farmhouse in Tuscany, Italy

Roses climb a wall at Montestigliano, a holiday farmhouse in Tuscany that offers authentic holidays in the Italian countryside

Roses climb a wall at Montestigliano holiday farmhouse in Tuscany, which offers stays at an authentic working farm in the Italian countryside. One of the joys of staying at this Tuscan retreat in Siena was exploring the grounds. The terrace below Casa Luisa, the gorgeous restored palazzo where I stayed, was perfect for watching the … Read more

PHOTO: Palace at Montestigliano Luxury Holiday Farm in Tuscany, Italy

Centuries old palaces at Montestigliano luxury holiday farm in Tuscany, Italy, are drenched in shades of gold and burnt orange under the setting sun

A centuries-old palace at Montestigliano luxury holiday farm in Tuscany, Italy, is drenched in shades of gold and burnt orange under the setting sun. Visiting the hilltop towns of Tuscany has almost become cliché, and many of the region’s most popular destinations are overcrowded with tourists. However, there are still ways to have an authentic … Read more

PHOTO: Libreria Nanni Open Air Bookstore Under the Porticoes of Bologna, Italy

Libreria Nanni open air bookstore under the porticoes of Bologna, Italy

The porticoes of Bologna, Italy, were built between the 11th and the 20th centuries. Like most Medieval cities, Bologna’s porticoes were built to shelter residents during inclement weather. The arched arcades were attached to the buildings on one side and supported by a row of massive columns on the street side. While porticoes gradually disappeared … Read more