Tuscan holidays with Children

Visiting the spectacular Cities of Florence, Pisa and Siena are high on the list of parents choice of things to do, but don't always rate highly with the children.  Tuscany is a magical place full of Castles, History and Culture.  Whilst this often gains the attention of adults, children the world over can be heard saying “I don't want to go to a stuffy museum”. 

Here at To Tuscany we have come up with some ideas and tips for those of you that are venturing to Tuscany with your family in tow in the hope that you can survive some cultural and historical visits with everyone happy at the end.  It goes without saying that you will still have to provide lots of Italian ice cream and pizzas but you may just get to see some of the things that you want to see without too many complaints!

Our comprehensive free guide book includes a dedicated page to entertaining children in Tuscany, for when they have finished playing in the pool.

My children's favourite was the ice cream making and tasting in Castellina, one of the 5 main Chianti towns, make sure you book with Simone though!

 http://www.to-tuscany.com/local-tuscany/tuscany-for-children/foodylicious-fun/

Personal knowledge of villas in Tuscany   http://www.to-tuscany.com/

Picture sent by To Tuscany client staying in Hamlet Pretaccione which has added advantage of tennis court on site.

Lisa Leggate To Tuscany Ltd


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Villas Worldwide reports an upsurge in demand for the Italian island of Sicily

Villa holiday specialist Villas Worldwide reports increased demand and interest for villa holidays in Sicily this year as well as Italy as a whole. With 2011 bookings for Italy up by over 100% compared to the same time last year Italy is proving one of the major success stories.

Sicily can be easily reached by its many airports access using some of the budget airlines.  It has a diverse appeal from gorgeous sandy beaches, stunning scenery, beautiful coastal drives, important archeological sites, crystal clear warm sea as well as historic Italian villages and towns with their cobbled streets and elegant shops.  This collectively with the delicious Sicilian food and wine makes for the perfect holiday throughout the year.  As Sicily is one of the most southern mediterranean destinations, it has a mild year round climate although the Summer can be extremely hot.

Villas Worldwide has a selection of over 100 villas in Italy, mainly in the regions of Tuscany, Umbria, Lazio and Sicily. Around one third are located in Sicily, many with private pools, some that share and many close to the beautiful beaches. Pices begin from £600 per week per villa in low season.

Follow the highlighted links to view our fabulous range of villas in Italy and our selection of Sicily villas.

Villas Worldwide celebrated five years of trading this year, is independently owned and all holidays are fully bonded.


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Pre and Post Easter holidays tips from soloSicily

Visit the town of San Biagio Platani in Agrigento and admire the amazing Archi di Pasqua (Easter Arches). Made with reeds, asparagus, laurel, rosemary, cereal and bread, these spectacular arches decorate the town's main street and will remain visible even after Easter for a few weeks.

Where to stay? soloSicily has the finest collection of villas in Agrigento.
http://www.solosicily.com/9_villas-in-sicily-near-by-agrigento.aspx

soloSicily - Sicily Villas & Sicily Holidays
website: www.solosicily.com
Tel UK: 0044 (0)20 7193 0158
Tel DE: 0049 (0)69 5960 3981
Tel IT: 0039 091 687 0639

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