Rome Italy – Travels With Dan Rome Italy is a city layered upon centuries of history and shares the modern world with the ancient civilizations of the past. Rome is busy, and gritty, and interesting, and beautiful. That is why I call Rome my favorite city in the world. Enjoy this video lookContinue reading “Rome Italy – Travels With Dan”
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Tuscany – Video
Video montage of my travels through Tuscany and it’s many towns… We all love Tuscany! Enjoy! ~Dan
Venice Italy Video
Venice Italy I’ve visited Venice many times and it always amazes me. Venice is the most beautiful city in the world. I hope you like this short video of some of my favorite Venice photos and hope it brings back memories for you all and encourages you to go see this greatContinue reading “Venice Italy Video”
The Basilica of Santa Croce – Florence
The Basilica of Santa Croce (The Holy Cross) is one of my favorite places to see in Florence. It doesn’t get the notoriety that other Florentine landmarks receive but this is a must see when you are there. Located in the Piazza di Santa Croce this beautiful church is famous for it’s architecture but alsoContinue reading “The Basilica of Santa Croce – Florence”
Dinner at Osteria Le Panzanelle at the Tuscan Town of Lucarelli
Just a few minutes away from my hotel in Radda is the Tuscan town of Lucarelli. It is a small town and if you blink while driving through you might just miss it. But the town of Lucarelli is home to a fantastic restaurant called Osteria Le Panzanelle. The restaurant is wonderful. Warm and cozy insideContinue reading “Dinner at Osteria Le Panzanelle at the Tuscan Town of Lucarelli”
Montepulciano Italy – A Tuscan Delight
Montepulciano Italy – A Tuscan Delight Italian meats, cheeses, prosecco, beautiful views of the Tuscan countryside, it must be Montepulciano… When traveling around Tuscany I always make time to visit Montepulciano. This hilltop medieval town is easy to get to by car and is worth the stop. Montepulciano is surrounded by miles and miles ofContinue reading “Montepulciano Italy – A Tuscan Delight”
Radda in Chianti – Italy
Radda in Chianti – Italy The little hilltop town of Radda, located in the heart of the Chianti region of Tuscany, is a great spot to visit. Many nearby wineries, towns, and beautiful Tuscan country to experience are all within a short distance. On many occasions I have stayed in Radda and from there ventureContinue reading “Radda in Chianti – Italy”
Cortona Italy
Cortona Italy The beautiful hilltop town of Cortona in Tuscany is one of the most scenic stops I had on my journey through this region of Italy. The center of the town is intimate and the surrounding views of the Tuscan countryside are spectacular. The main piazza offers many shops, restaurants, and bars. Make timeContinue reading “Cortona Italy”
Siena Italy
The Tuscan city of Siena is widely known for it’s large Piazza del Campo, home of the famous horse race Palio di Siena. This race takes place twice a year, July and August, and has been run since medieval times. The event draws huge crowds that gather to watch the racers from the neighborhoods ofContinue reading “Siena Italy”
San Gimignano – Tuscany Italy
Welcome to the town of San Gimignano in Tuscany! One of dozens of hilltop Tuscan towns that offer tourists a taste of Tuscany the way it used to be. Cafes, restaurants, bars, shops, and churches make up this charming town. San Gimignano is located about an hour drive from Florence and is worth a visitContinue reading “San Gimignano – Tuscany Italy”