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Tuscany is a must for any visitor to Italy. Though slightly tarnished by the idea of the "chiantishire set", it has so much to offer everyone..
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Some of us travel to Tuscany for a specific sight: Pisa’s tower? Florence’s duomo or Ponte Vecchio? Siena’s liquorice-striped cathedral? the whole of magical medieval San Gimignano? There’s so much to see in Tuscany that you can’t really go wrong, but why not plan a trip that features the places you most like the sound of!
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The best hotels with pools in Tuscany from family-friendly stays with facilities galore to upscale five star hotels and cute little B&Bs too!
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The best hotels in Florence are hard to agree upon, but we do agree that the list should include all of our recommendations for the 5 best hotels on Florence’s Oltrarno. These are some of the most romantic hotels in Florence too. And the best palazzo hotels in Florence.
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The best value hotels in Florence are hard to agree upon, some are cheap, some are less so, but offer wonderful extras, or a great restaurant or location with it. But we have selected our 6 favourites to recommend as our 6 best value hotels in Florence.
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The best hotels in Florence are hard to agree upon, but we do agree that the list should include some of our recommendations for the 10 best off-centre hotels in Florence. We’ve included some of the best hotels in the hills of Florence here too.
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Tuscany is known for its hills, food and architecture, but its coast, with bright ocean, rocky cliffs and sprinkled islands shouldn’t be off the itinerary. Our pick of the best properties has something for everyone...
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The best B&Bs in Tuscany including chic boutiques, converted castles, eco-lodges, charming traditional country houses, and agriturismo...
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The best hotels in Florence are hard to agree upon, but we do agree that the list should include some of our recommendations for the 10 best family hotels in Florence. Art and culture, great food and a small area make Florence a great family city break.
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The Tuscan hills have their charms, but if you stay in town you’re close to the cafes, gelaterias, restaurants and transport links, and you have views of the hills. Our list of 25 of the best hotels in Tuscan Towns will hook you up with all that and more.
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The best hotels in Fiesole, Florence, as selected by the independent experts at The Hotel Guru. From luxurious, historic palazzos to charming, traditional guesthouses that won't break the bank...
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The best hotels in Florence are hard to agree upon, but we do agree that the list should include some of our recommendations for the 5 best hotels near the Piazza della Signoria. You’ll find some of the best value hotels in Florence on the list too. And best positioned.
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June marks the real beginning of European summer: the schools are not yet out in force, the weather is reliably warm, and cities across the continent are at their most alive. Here are five cities that make a particularly strong case for a June visit, ahead of the crowds.
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Our recommendations for the best hotels near the Piazza Santa Croce. You’ll find some of the best value hotels in Florence on the list too. And best positioned...
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The best hotels in San Frediano, Florence, as selected by the independent experts at The Hotel Guru. A small neighbourhood within the larger Oltrarno area, expect an authentic relaxed vibe a stone's throw from the centre of town...
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The best hotels in San Niccolo, Florence, a quiet neighbourhood just across the Arno from the Centro Storico and bustling heart of the city...
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