Every time I write about Tuscany Italy, my heart and my whole body for that matter experiences an intense feeling of calmness. I know exactly that this feeling comes from the relaxed atmosphere that this part of Italy near Florence gives off. I have found a perfect balance of enjoying the fascinating...

The highlight of many a trip to Italy lies in the beautiful city of Florence. From the Duomo, San Lorenzo and Santa Maria Novella to the statue of the David and the thousands of works of art housed in the Uffizi Gallery, a thorough tour of Florence requires weeks, no days. For families traveling to Tuscany...