Monteriggioni is a small, charming Tuscan hilltown with a ringed Medieval-era fortified wall. It feels like stepping into a living postcard. This quaint town makes an excellent lunch spot as it’s not far from Siena, San Gimignano, and other Tuscan towns. With its slow pace and storybook ambiance, Monteriggioni (mohn-teh-rih-jee-OH-nee) […]
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There’s a reason Paris tops so many travel wish lists. From its timeless beauty and world-class art to its charming cafés and cobblestone streets, the City of Light casts a spell on every visitor. Whether it’s your first trip or your fifth, Paris always has something new to discover. However,
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Looking for a scenic drive between Florence and Siena? Skip the busy highway and take the SR 222, the Via Chiantigiana, through the Chianti region. Rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves, and charming towns make it Tuscany’s most beautiful drive. With over 173,000 acres of Chianti Classico vines, you’ll find stunning
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Switzerland boasts so many beautiful cities and landscapes. One of the best is Lucerne, the most populous city in central Switzerland. Lucerne (Luzern in German) doesn’t have many essential monuments or historical sites, so you don’t feel you have to tackle a long “to-do” list of sights. You can simply
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The capital of Bavaria and home to the hugely popular annual Oktoberfest, Munich is a treasure to explore. The Altstadt (Old Town) is very walkable, and the notable surrounding sites make Munich such a pleasure to visit. The five areas and sites profiled in this article are perennial favorites for
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