Why Venus de Milo & Medici Venus Prove Art Isn’t Boring?

Why Venus de Milo & Medici Venus Prove Art Isn’t Boring?

As a tour guide in Tuscany, I’ve seen firsthand how art and history can captivate travelers. Whether you’re wandering the storied streets of Florence or exploring Italy’s hidden gems, classical art comes alive—and trust me, it’s anything but boring.   The...
Pisa Beyond the Leaning Tower: Did You Know We Have Three?

Pisa Beyond the Leaning Tower: Did You Know We Have Three?

Most travelers come to Tuscany dreaming of that iconic photo in front of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. But here’s a fun fact: Pisa doesn’t just have one leaning tower… it has three! During my tours, I always joke that Pisa has a “stability problem” (which isn’t too far...
The Holy Face of Lucca, no longer just a legend.

The Holy Face of Lucca, no longer just a legend.

What is the Holy Face of Lucca?   The “Black Christ of Lucca,” known as the Holy Face of Lucca, is a remarkable 2.24-meter wooden crucifix housed in its own chapel within the Cathedral of San Martino in Lucca. According to legend, it represents the...
Italy as we know it

Italy as we know it

Italy is divided into 20 regions (use this official link Italia.it to know the “boot”) The total land area of Italy is approximately 301,328 square kilometres. The regions are divided into provinces, 110 in all, varying dramatically in size. Tuscany it’s a REGION....
Stroll to get lost

Stroll to get lost

t’s Sunday, you weren’t able to sleep late because obviously you woke up at 8 am, you’ve already had breakfast… what are you going to do? or It’s Sunday, you would like to be in touch with nature (but not too much) you are not a super sportive one (like to do 8 hours...