Milan done in 2 hours
Milan, in two hours? Can it be done you ask? ,well yes of course. I would not recommend it, but it is possible. Milan the fashion capitol of the world, the see and be seen of all cities. Where fashion…
Carnival – the world oldest
This week was the kickoff to the world oldest Carnival – The big Carnival of Venice – and boy do I wish I was there. I have been skimming through my old photos this weekend and it stirred my travel…
Off the beaten path: Volpaia
One of the best thing with traveling the world is exploring the not so often visited sites and towns. This years secret travels brought me to the city of Volpaia. A 10 minutes drive from Radda you find Volpaia. This…
Under the tuscan sun in Cortona
This year was my third time returning to Tuscany and Italy. We all have our favorites when it comes to towns/cities. Mine may very well be Cortona. So far at least. Even if we had a fortnight i Radda this…
Radda in Chianti, Italy
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Stay: Campo agli olivi, Radda in Chianti, Tuscany
Agriturismo is a chance to be able to live more like the local. Often in a local farmhouse not to far from a small town also known as a rural retreat. Many people opt for this chance as I have…
Palio – Siena
Today is the first of two palios held in Siena, Italy. A palio is horse race held twice a year. July 2nd and August 16th. 10 horses with their riders riding them bareback in their local colors. 10 of 17…
Stay: Villa Olmi Resort, Florence
We packed our bags and headed for Florence for a few nights. Our hotel of choice was this time Villa Olmi Resort. It is located about 4km outside the city center but the hotel offers free shuttle bus to and…
Sunset over tuscan hill
Sunset over the tuscan hills
Heart and soul… A wellness day
For Mr. Grumphy’s 40th birthday I booked some well deserved spa and wellness time, for the both of us ofcourse. Found this lovely little resort and spa hotel only 10 minutes drive from Radda in Chianti. Perfect. A 4 star…
