Monthly Archives: October 2014

Settignano – The luxurious setting of Villa Gamberaia

Posted on October 31, 2014 by giratravel

Settignano is a small and welcoming village with an artistic legacy.  It’s close enough to Florence to enjoy a day of touring and then return home without a long drive.  And it’s still rural enough to offer a view of fields … Continue reading →

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A luxury villa inside Rome is hard to find

Posted on October 31, 2014 by giratravel

Rome is a busy and exciting city, filled with timeless treasures that can be found with a brisk walk and a handy guidebook.  Its convenient underground Metro can whisk you from one side of town to the other.  Take some time to … Continue reading →

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The Kingdom of Tavolara – You can see it from Villa Bianca

Posted on October 29, 2014 by giratravel

You might already know a lot about Italy, but have you ever heard of the Kingdom of Tavolara?  Located on the beautiful island of Tavolara off the northeastern coast of Sardinia, it is an “imaginary state” that was set up … Continue reading →

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Cast an Eye on the Borromean Islands from Villa Camilla

Posted on October 27, 2014 by giratravel

One of the pleasures of staying on Lake Maggiore is a leisurely trip to the Borromean Islands that sit peacefully off the coast of Stresa.  Boats leave throughout the day from Stresa’s docks and travel frequently between the three islands. … Continue reading →

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Villa Cetinale – One of Edith Wharton’s favorites

Posted on October 23, 2014 by giratravel

In 1904, Edith Wharton published “Italian Villas and Their Gardens“, on assignment from Century magazine. During her four month visit, she documented her observations of Italy’s most beautiful gardens.  Her book is considered one of the earliest and most important works … Continue reading →

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