Authentic Tuscan Ceramics from Vicopisano
After living in Vicopisano for fifteen years we have been blessed with many opportunities to get to know the local people and purchase their incredible artisan products. Some of our…
Discovering the Olive Oil Route of the Monte Pisano in Tuscany
About the Route Italy is renowned for its olive oil, and within a short distance from Casa Colomba is the Strada dell’Olio Monte Pisani, or the Olive Oil Route of…
7 Things to do and see in Pisa – up to and beyond the Leaning Tower
Pisa City Skyline Pisa - a bustling university town and the birthplace of Galileo Galilei is one of those small Medieval cities that will make you fall in love with…
Springtime – the perfect time to visit Tuscany’s small towns and countryside
Springtime roses against frescoed painted houses Springtime in Tuscany is the perfect time to visit this beautiful region known for its engaging landscapes and abundance of historical monuments. As you…
Why a trip to Tuscany in the low season could be a great option!
Tuscany! A land known for its beautiful landscapes where arts, nature, food and wine converge in a unique mix, together with culture and hospitality. Choosing to visit Tuscany off-season is a…
May in Tuscany is full of events!
Warmer days and longer nights are here! Our towns and cities are filled with excitement, as we celebrate another series of exuberant festivals and events for May 2018. This is…
Rainy Days in Tuscany: Things To Do if it Rains!
Let’s be honest, it can happen, we get those late March and April showers! The good news is that it rarely rains all day long in Tuscany. There will always…
March on in Tuscany; A countdown to Spring!
Wine tasting and bottling! (March 1st – 2nd) On the 1st and 2nd of March you can witness the bottling of the wine at one of our favourite vineyards. It’s…
8 things to do during the low season in Tuscany
1. Witness Italian folklore and the Celebration of La Befana (5th and 6th January) On the twelfth night of Christmas on the eve of the Epiphany (5th of January) when…
Discovering Authentic Tuscany
VICOPISANO A guide to what to expect when visiting the little Medieval town of VICOPISANO. Vicopisano is a small Medieval town situated just 25 minutes East of the City of…