PlanningaTour.com - Part 2

Lucignano in Tuscany, Arezzo Province

by Samuele Sodini February 26, 2010

Lucignano – Tuscany is situated in Arezzo Province, about 70 km southest of Florence and about 25 km southest Arezzo.
The name probably derives from the roman family of Consul Licinio. Lucignano is one of the most extraordinary example of medieval town, in particular for its elliptical plant with concentric rings.
Today Lucignano maintains its fascinating [...]

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Centre of Contemporary Art Luigi Pecci

by Samuele Sodini February 24, 2010

The Centre of Contemporary Art Luigi Pecci in Prato, was founded in 1988 in memory of Luigi Pecci, the son of the Industrialist Enrico Pecci, with contributions [...]

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Art courses in Tuscany

by Samuele Sodini February 24, 2010

The tricks of the trade
From painting to theatre, from the Uffizi to the ancient workshop where you can discover the secrets of stage make-up, wigs and masks.
Michelangelo’s Alchemy
An “immersion” in the world of S. M. Novella’s old pharmacy in Florence to discover the secrets for the preparation of perfumes and medications following old recipes famous [...]

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Tuscany tour, Siena travel

by Samuele Sodini February 24, 2010

Welcome to Siena!
A week devoted to discovering the beauties of Tuscany, from Siena to the vineyards and castles of Chianti; from San Gimignano, the town of one hundred towers, to Colle Val d’Elsa, the town of crystal; from the Val D’Orcia to Montalcino, to discover unique flavours; from Pienza to Montepulciano.
All topped off with a [...]

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Tuscany trips, weekend in Maremma

by Samuele Sodini February 22, 2010

A long week-end devoted to discovering the beauties of the Maremma, from the Etruscans to the Middle Ages, with visits to Massa Marittima; Vetulonia the archaeological museum and the Etruscan necropolis; Gavorrano with its mining natural park; Scarlino, Populonia and the archaeological site, Suvereto.
More informations about Maremma on:
www.tuttomaremma.com
www.parco-maremma.it
www.lamaremma.info

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Tuscany travel, Chianti tours

by Samuele Sodini February 22, 2010

A stays to discover the artistic beauties that make up the heart of the region and the secrets.
A bit of Chianti
Stays in an apartment with visits, a guided walk of Florence, food tasting and cookery course. For lovers of good food, a stay in Tuscany not just to taste the most typical dishes of this [...]

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Things to do in Tuscany: Volterra

by Otis February 22, 2010

Volterra is an Etruscan city of great architectural interest. Built on a high plateau, 1770 feet above sea level between the Rivers of Bra and Cecina, there are spectacular views of the surrounding hills.
Enclosed by yellowy-gray volcanic hills, it has a bleak and isolated appearance.
In the Etruscan period, Volterra, called Felathri by the Etruscans and [...]

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Travel in Tuscany, Capraia island and its flavours.

by Samuele Sodini February 19, 2010

A stay devoted to good cooking and fish in particular, for who want to learn to recognise them, clean them and discover the secrets of preparing fish against the marvellous backdrop of a house looking over the sea and under the guidance of expert cooks.
You can find more informations on:
www.isoladicapraia.com
www.capraiavacanze.it

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Tuscany style, extraordinary event in Lucca!

by Samuele Sodini February 19, 2010

The ladies of the camellias: alone in Lucca for an extraordinary event!
The exhibition of ancient camellias in Lucca area is a unique opportunity to get to know a plant of rare beauty close up. You can see exceptional specimens in the noble villas, old oil mills and liberty style gardens with Japanese overtones of the [...]

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Italy art, tuscany decor

by Samuele Sodini February 19, 2010

In the world of art!
A week or a weekend to get to know the techiniques for decorating and firing clay, to watch practical porcelain painting demonstrations in the Richard Ginori laboratory, to visit the Porcelain Museum in Doccia and two craft workshops in Cortona.
Possibility for mothers with children to make use of a babysitting service [...]

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Beauty farm and wellness in Tuscany, Chianciano Terme Spas

by Samuele Sodini February 19, 2010

The Spas of Chianciano, Montepulciano and San Casciano dei Bagni, offer all types of beauty treatments: slimming and toning, anti-stress, colour theraphy, plant therapy and stone therapy.
Courses and seminars on request on: foot reflexology, ayurvedic massage, energetic massage, olystic massage, aura reading and natural healing techniques, therapeutic meditation, slimming by getting back self-confidence, curing and [...]

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History of Florence

by Otis February 17, 2010

Firenze’s recorded history began with the establishment in 59 BC of a settlement for Roman former soldiers, with the name Florentia. Julius Caesar had allocated the fertile soil of the valley of the Arno to his veterans. They built a castrum in a chessboard pattern of an army camp, with the main streets, the cardo [...]

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Events in Tuscany, coming up next months

by Samuele Sodini February 15, 2010

Don’t forget the upcoming events in Tuscany:
Vedemura Lucca Walls 26-28 march.
Tosca Montecatini Terme, Teatro Verdi 12-14 march.
Camelia Show S. Andrea di Compito 6, 7, 13, and 14 march.
Concert for the Camelia Festival, S. Andrea di Compito 14 march.
Lucca Jazz Donna Lucca 6-27 march.
Spandau Ballet Concert Mandela Forum Florence, 3 march.
Wine Art Festival wine show at [...]

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Castiglioncello town on Tuscany coast

by Samuele Sodini February 15, 2010

Castiglioncello town’s situated in south of Tucsany coast.
It’s a famous town where important personages of politic, culture and actors loving for seaside, the romantic beaches and the [...]

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New meeting space in Tuscany, Palazzo Tucci in Lucca

by Samuele Sodini February 15, 2010

Four rooms renovated in Lucca, precisely at Palazzo Tucci in Lucca; on ground floor where you can organize events, meetings, dinners and parties.
Rooms decorated with frescos and stuccos with original furniture provided of eating, air conditioning and wireless connection.
Six rooms (furnished in antique style) also available with private bathroom, dicrect telephon line, satellite TV, safe [...]

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Cinema multiplex, the new entertainment in Tuscany

by Samuele Sodini February 12, 2010

The cinema Multiplex is a new entertainment center in Prato.
A new experience in 3D with 24 rooms you can choose from many films in programming.
On first floor you can find all restaurants for who prefer hamburgers, pizza, sushi…
Multiplex Omniacenter
Opened from monday to friday from 3.30 pm; from saturday to sunday at 2.30 pm.
On saturday night [...]

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Tuscany cuisine, charming restaurant in Massa Marittima

by Samuele Sodini February 12, 2010

Bracali Restaurant is simply amazing! It’s a one of the best restaurants in south Tuscany coast.
You’ll be fashinated by the place, the cooking and by the excellent service.
It is not easy to sum up a chefs style in a single word.
Sensations, traditions, culture, respect for the local territory and creatività are essential elemnts when blending [...]

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Events in Tuscany, “Mito e Bellezza” at Palazzo Ducale Lucca

by Samuele Sodini February 12, 2010

Palazzo Ducale Piazza Napoleone – Lucca

Mito e Bellezza
Napoleonic memorabilia including foulards from the Maison Hermés.
Open daily 10.00 – 18.00 till 8 march.
Free admittance.
More informations on: www.mitoebellezza.it

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San Miniato Tour; Otis and his Family

by Otis February 11, 2010

San Miniato sits at a historically strategic location atop three small hills where it dominates the lower Arno Valley between Florence and Pisa. Evidence indicates that the site of the city and surrounding area has been settled since at least the Paleolithic era. It would have been well-known to the Etruscans, and certainly to the [...]

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Romantic Retreats in Tuscany

by Samuele Sodini February 11, 2010

In the mood for love? Spoil someone with one of my Villas for an unforgettable, romantic holiday!
Villa al Boschiglia
Casale Sodini

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