Archive for September, 2009
Harvesting Italy: Rare Fall Villa Packages
Homebase Abroad’s special “Harvesting Italy” vacation package includes wine and olive-oil tastings, gourmet dinners, and luxury villa accommodations in Tuscany’s Val d’Orcia.
In: Italy Villa Rentals, Seasons In Italy · Tagged with: cultural activities, italian villa rentals, regions in Tuscany, travel discounts
Palio: Italy’s Competition Tradition
Italy’s medieval-style Palio competitions, dating back to the 13th century, are often exciting, dangerous and accompanied by days of feasts, medieval pageants and parades.
In: Events in Italy, Italy Vacation Activities, Seasons In Italy · Tagged with: cultural activities, Italy events, regions in Tuscany
Buon Natale: An Italian Christmas
Italy’s charming, Old-World Christmas traditions and stunning winter beauty make it an unexpected and unparalleled vacation option for the holiday season.
In: Italy Travel Advice, Seasons In Italy · Tagged with: cultural activities, family vacations, holidays in Italy, vacation planning
Autumn in Italy: Off-Season Splendor
Italian food and wine festivals – celebrations of truffles, chestnuts, chocolate – abound in autumn.
In: Italy Travel Advice · Tagged with: cultural activities, Italy events, travel discounts, travel tips, vacation planning
Italy’s Truffle Season
If you have never sampled the highly-prized Italian white truffle, then late fall is an ideal time to plan an Italian excursion – especially to Tuscany.
In: Events in Italy, Italy Vacation Activities · Tagged with: cultural activities, fine dining, Italy events, regions in Tuscany, vacation activities
