1. Tucany Villa Vacation
2. Volterra – Deep Dive into this destination
Volterra is my favorite Tuscan hill town and the perfect place for a visit. Not too big, not too crowded, and certainly not loaded with tacky tourist shops; it is authentic in every way. It is a beautiful town surrounded by ancient fortifications, guarded by an impressive fortress, and perched high on a hill overlooking the fertile fields of western Tuscany. Visiting here tends to make you forget about touring and focus on settling into the laid-back lifestyle of the local folks.
It’s hard not to “go local” with a visit to the market or a stop at the neighborhood bar to knock down an espresso. Engage in conversation with the shopkeepers and get lost wandering the narrow, cobbled streets. On the town square, enjoy a crisp glass of wine at a café and then hang out for the late afternoon passeggiata where everyone gets out to visit.
3. The COVID-19 Pandemic recovery- Volterra
#TravelTalkTuesday tonight features Volterra, Italy, and the surrounding countryside. We’ll set up for a few days at Podere Marcampo, my favorite villa-agriturismo in the area. Volterra itself is a treasure, with not much tourist traffic, old cobbled streets, good dining, and fine wine!
