In spring 2020, (late April, early May) you are invited to experience a new travel adventure with Pronto Marcella. Enjoy Seven nights at an agriturismo in an ancient but lovingly restored farmhouse near Gambassi Terme, and Certaldo, with views from our lawn of the towers of San Gimignano We will explore the area with our private […]
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Abbracciato dalle Mura
Embraced by the Walls When I decided to spend a month in Lucca, I anticipated periods of loneliness because I hadn’t travelled alone in a decade. Life had gotten somewhat stale and certainly predictable. I yearned to be out of my comfort zone. I wanted to be in a place where I didn’t know anyone so […]
Walk the walls of Lucca with me this morning!
Do you have the time to meander slowly with me? It ‘s only 3.6 miles around the ancient walls. I promise you a great lunch at the finish at Trattoria Guilia. I’m a bit lonely today, so I appreciate your company! But first, are you wearing comfortable shoes? OK, we are ready! Oh, you should have […]
April in Tuscany
Robin, Debbie, Colleen and Daniel explored Tuscany with me and not only were they delightful company but enthusiastic travellers ready to embrace new experiences and friends. How do I summarize only some of the memories? Here is a humble attempt! Meeting our famous neighbour, Giovanni On Tuesday morning, we strolled through Greve and then to […]
Chianti Paradiso
I have been on vacation for two weeks now- my guests arrive in a few days I’m very excited to welcome Daniel once again as well as Robin, Debbie and Colleen. I was also privileged to introduce Louise and Simon to my life here in Tuscany. Below are a few photos taken at San Cerbone, […]