Pamper yourself with the charm of Italy's favorite area!

Tuscany’s wine regions are as beautiful as the wines themselves, making them a dream for visitors.

• Chianti Classico – The heart of Tuscany’s wine country, with rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, and medieval villages. Known for bold, food-friendly reds. Perfect for vineyard tours and leisurely countryside drives.
   
• Montalcino – Home of Brunello di Montalcino, one of Italy’s finest wines. The town sits high on a hill with sweeping views, charming streets, and elegant tasting rooms.
   
• Montepulciano – Famous for Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Visitors love the atmospheric old town, hidden wine cellars, and rustic trattorias.
   
• Bolgheri – Along the Tuscan coast, producing “Super Tuscan” wines. Ideal for combining wine tastings with seaside charm and gourmet dining.
   

In Tuscany, the wine is just the beginning—the scenery, history, and hospitality make every sip part of the experience.

Montecatini Terme is one of Tuscany’s most famous spa towns, beloved for its mix of old-world elegance, wellness culture, and central location for sightseeing.

• Spa Heritage – The town’s thermal waters have been prized since Roman times, and its grand Art Nouveau bathhouses, like Terme Tettuccio, make you feel like you’ve stepped back into the Belle Époque.
   
• Charming Atmosphere – Wide, tree-lined boulevards, landscaped parks, and stylish cafés create a relaxing, resort-like vibe.
   
• Montecatini Alto – A funicular ride takes you to this medieval hilltop village with cobblestone streets, small piazzas, and sweeping views of the Valdinievole valley.
   
• Perfect Base – Located between Florence and Pisa, it’s ideal for day trips to Siena, Lucca, Vinci, and even the Tuscan coast.
   
• Food & Culture – You’ll find excellent trattorias, pastry shops, and a lively local market, plus music and cultural events in the summer.
   

Montecatini is a place where you can pair sightseeing with genuine relaxation—soaking in mineral-rich waters in the morning and exploring Tuscany by afternoon.

Here’s a quick snapshot of each spot’s charm from a traveler’s perspective:

• Lucca – A perfectly preserved walled city where you can stroll or cycle along the Renaissance ramparts, discover hidden piazzas, and enjoy elegant shops and cafes in a relaxed, less-touristy atmosphere.
   
• Vinci – Birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci, with small museums dedicated to his genius, surrounded by olive groves and vineyards that make the approach to the town as lovely as the town itself.
   
• Chianti Valley – Rolling hills, medieval hamlets, and endless vineyards producing world-class reds. Every turn offers postcard-worthy views and opportunities to taste wine straight from the source.
   
• Greve in Chianti – A friendly market town in the heart of Chianti with a charming triangular piazza, wine shops, and a slower pace that invites you to linger over a glass of local Sangiovese.
   
• Bolgheri – A coastal gem famous for “Super Tuscan” wines, approached by a spectacular cypress-lined road, and filled with stylish wine bars and boutiques.
   
• Castagneto Carducci – A hilltop village with winding stone streets, stunning sea views, and a romantic, timeless feel, often paired with Bolgheri for a perfect wine-and-coast day trip.
   

Think about enjoying evenings at the and of the day relaxing at a street cafe with fellow travelers as the rhythm of your Italian city passes buy.  By yourself, join Jane and me to swap stories of your adventures.